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MIGRA SPRAY

What is it?

Migra Spray is a patented over the counter homeopathic medicine intended to be a comprehensive approach for the treatment and prevention of migraine headaches (MigraSpray can also be effective for treating the pain and symptoms associated with menstrual cycles as well as tension headaches and hangovers). Use it for the rapid treatment of a migraine attack or use it daily to reduce or eliminate the onset of migraine headache symptoms.

MigraSpray is made available only through healthcare professionals.  MigraSpray is not available through chain retail stores or outlets.

FOR TREATMENT OF MIGRAINE ATTACK:
The efficacy of MigraSpray in treating acute migraine attack was clearly demonstrated in a randomized, placebo-controlled, double blind crossover trial for migraine headache relief drawn from a general population. APPROXIMATELY 88% OF THE PATIENTS STUDIED HAD RELIEF IN AN AVERAGE OF LESS THAN 7 MINUTES.

FOR PREVENTION:
MigraSpray was shown to be highly effective in preventing migraine in a study of patients suffering from frequent migraines conducted by Dr. Fred Pescatore, Director of the Centers for Integrative and Complementary Medicine in New York City and Dallas. The participants in the study used MigraSpray each day and APPROXIMATELY 90% HAD THEIR MIGRAINE ATTACKS ELIMINATED AS LONG AS THEY CONTINUED WITH REGULAR DAILY USAGE.

MigraSpray is now available for purchase at TWIHW.

*information obtained from migraspray.com

By |2013-08-05T15:30:59-06:00July 25th, 2013|Articles, General|

Why do 1 in 10 kids in the US have ADHD?

How cutting out certain food Additives could curb ADHD (and cancer too).

Cases of allergies, asthma, ADHD & Autism are surging among  U.S. children.  A U.S. Government survey claims that 1 in 10 U.S. children now have ADHD.  This is a dramatic increase from several years earlier.  ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) makes it difficult for children to control impulsive behavior and pay attention.  Approximately 2/3 of the children diagnosed with ADHD are on some form of prescription medication.

Scientists are exploring whether these conditions are related to exposure to toxic chemicals that are common in most of the processed food that fills our supermarkets, homes & school cafeterias.

We all know that Junk food is bad, but when money and time are tight, fast, readily available processed food is often the cheapest way to put calories into your kid’s belly.  These fast foods are often riddled with unhealthy ingredients that experts think may contribute to, and worsen, ADHD.  The most common are:

  • Sodium Benzoate, a preservative (e.g., found in soda)
  • Blue #1 and #2 food coloring
  • Green #3
  • Orange B
  • Red #3 and #40
  • Yellow #5 & #6

If your child has ADHD-like symptoms, first be sure your child has been given an age appropriate assessment to rule out that his or her “acting out” is actually normal.  Then implement the following strategies as they often work exceptionally well in treating this condition.

  • Eliminate most grains and sugars from your child’s diet.  Even organic and whole grain can cause problems.  Give him/her a “grain holiday” and see if behavior improves.
  • Replace soft drinks (whether diet or regular), fruit juices, and pasteurized milk with pure, clean non fluoridated water.  While you may believe fruit juices are a healthy alternative to soda, they really aren’t and need to be avoided.
  • Avoid all processed foods, especially those containing artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives.
  • Minimize the use of nearly all processed fats, especially trans- fat as they disrupt nerve cell intercommunication.
  • Clear your house of dangerous pesticides. Pesticides are not chemicals to preserve life. To the contrary they are created and used to end it by killing bugs and weeds.  Pesticide exposure has been linked to ADHD.
  • Avoid commercial grade washing detergents and cleaning products and replace them with naturally derived cleaning products with no added dyes, perfumes, softeners.
  • Increase omega 3 fats by taking a high quality animal based omega-3 oil.  Krill oil is the best for this as it is more easily absorbed.

*information obtained from ewg.com, mercola.com, feingold.org & gapsdiet.com

 

By |2013-08-05T15:35:32-06:00July 25th, 2013|General|

Fermented Salsa

For this fermented salsa recipe, you’ll need the following ingredients:

6-8 fresh tomatoes
2- 3 green onions, chopped
1 large size chopped jalapeno (seeded)
6-8 cloves garlic, peeled and finely chopped or pressed
1 bunch cilantro
juice of 1-2 limes
2 T. sea salt
1/4 c. filtered water with tsp of salt (This is the brine.)

Pulse in food processor until it reaches a consistency that you enjoy. Some prefer a chunkier salsa. Place in a quart-sized, wide-mouth mason jar. Press down lightly until the juices rise up; if there is not enough liquid to cover the vegetables, add a little brine water. The top of the vegetables/liquid should be about an inch below the top of the jar. Cover with a loose jar lid OR a towel, place jar in a bowl to catch any expansion overflow and keep at room temperature in a dark and undisturbed area for about 5 days before sealing and transferring to the fridge.

A note about timing: that “5 days” is a very subjective figure. It depends on a number of factors. The temperature of your kitchen is also a factor. I like the flavor that develops at 5 days; however, you may let it ferment for up to several weeks.

How do you know when it’s done? Taste it every single day. Open it up, press the vegetables down, and give them a taste. When it tastes really good (slightly effervescent), it’s done. You’ll know it’s done when it starts to taste less salty.

I don’t know that I’d let this one go TOO long… probably better slightly fermented than sauerkraut-level fermented.

There are MANY variations with salsa, so you can experiment with a few of your favorites. Add a variety of fresh peppers, fruits, carrots, etc… You could, for example, make a Salsa Verde with substituting the tomatoes with tomatillos and addition of cucumber.

By |2014-07-31T11:41:07-06:00June 29th, 2013|General, Recipes|

Vitamin D: Nature’s Prozac

Making sure you’re getting enough sunlight exposure to have healthy Vitamin D levels is a crucial factor in treating depression or keeping it at bay. One previous study found that people with the lowest levels of Vitamin D were 11 times more prone to being depressed than those who had normal levels. Vitamin D deficiency is actually more the norm than the exception, and has previously been implicated in both psychiatric and neurological disorders.

Vitamin D receptors have been identified throughout the human body, and that includes in your brain. Researchers have located metabolic pathways for Vitamin D in the hippocampus and cerebellum of the brain, areas that are involved in planning, processing of information, and the formation of new memories.

Sufficient Vitamin D is also imperative for proper functioning of your immune system to combat inflammation, and other research has discovered that depressed people tend to have higher levels of inflammation in their brains.

Vitamin D is paramount to optimal thyroid function, and depression is a well-known symptom of low thyroid function. Be sure to ask your doctor to check your “25-OH vitamin D” level (NOT “1,25-OH vitamin D” level). Although normal range is 30 to 100, studies have shown that people with levels in the 70-80 range have the lowest incidence of flus/colds, cancer, autoimmune diseases, and diabetes. Levels should be monitored periodically since vitamin D is one of the few vitamins that can reach toxic levels, and of course, you want to make sure you are never deficient in vitamin D. 

 

By |2014-04-14T16:04:07-06:00June 23rd, 2013|General|

The Sun and Vitamin D

by Mila McManus MD

Now that school is finally out and we will all be spending more time outdoors, I believe the time has come to debunk the sunscreen myth.

Sunlight elevates our mood and exposure to it is crucial for optimal health for a number of reasons, with Vitamin D production being the most important.  Vitamin D is one of the most effective anti-cancer vitamins and can be produced in the skin through exposure to U.V. light. It is essential for a strong immune system that helps protect us from, and ward off, cancer(s). It is also very important for maintaining strong and healthy bones.

Toxicity of Sunscreens

Sunscreen ingredients, such as Zinc Oxide and Oxybenzone are linked to cancer. Absorbing chemicals through the skin can be more dangerous than ingesting them orally. The reason for this is that when chemicals or medications are applied directly on the skin, they are not broken down by the strong acids of the stomach before reaching the bloodstream, and they bypass being metabolized by the liver on initial entry.  Moreover, the aluminum content in these carcinogenic ingredients commonly used in most sunscreens will stay in the body forever, accumulating as a heavy metal toxin.

The survival of the sunscreen industry is reliant upon keeping us ignorant and afraid of the sun.  None of us would ever consider eating sunscreen, yet we follow the advice of the medical “establishment” that reports continually that many of us will suffer from skin cancer without it. “Experts” recommend applying generous amounts of the products every few hours. It has been shown that strict sun protection exacerbates Vitamin D deficiency. Sunscreen creates an actual physical barrier and blocks your skin’s ability to produce Vitamin D by more than 95%.

So, now that we have determined that sunscreen is full of known carcinogens and provides a physical barrier against the production of the amazing cancer fighter Vitamin D, what is the best solution to having optimal Vitamin D levels?

Sun Safety Solutions

The best solution is healthy tanning. This does not mean that we should all go out and get as much sun as we want. Caution must be exercised and the key is avoiding a burn.  This means that we should limit exposure initially until we accumulate some brown pigment, called melanin, which gives the skin brown color and protects it naturally from burning. As the skin becomes well tanned, a person can increase their exposure with little risk of cancer. If burning does occur, apply coconut oil or aloe vera overnight and miss a day or two of sun exposure to allow the skin to recover. In the middle of summer, when the sun is very strong, avoid the midday hours or wear lightweight, light colored clothing that covers the skin and a wide brimmed hat.

Have a Happy and Healthy Summer!

By |2013-06-23T09:09:35-06:00June 23rd, 2013|General|

Zesty Shrimp Salad

Try this zesty shrimp salad recipe that’s easy-to-make and delicious. This healthy recipe can be made ahead of time, covered and refrigerated for up to 1 day.
Makes 4 servings, 1 ½ cups each

Ingredients:
¼ cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup cold pressed extra virgin olive oil
1 T minced chipotle chile in adobo (La Costena or Goya Brand, canned)
1 tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp salt
1 lb peeled and deveined cooked shrimp
1- 15 ounce can black beans, rinsed
1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
1 large poblano or bell pepper, chopped
¼ cup chopped scallions
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Whisk vinegar, oil, chipotle, cumin and salt in a large bowl. Add shrimp, beans, tomatoes, poblano (or bell) pepper, scallions, cilantro; toss to coat. Serve room temperature or cold.

Per serving: 273 calories; 12 g fat (2 g sat, 8 g mono); 19 g carbohydrate; 6 g fiber; 21 g protein.

(from www.eatingwell.com)

By |2014-07-31T11:46:11-06:00June 23rd, 2013|General, Recipes|

Summer Hydration Strategies

 

Knowing How Much Water You Need

As the hot summer months approach, it is important to remember everyone loses water everyday through sweating and urinating.  We need to be sure to replenish this water loss.  While we can survive several months without food, without water we would not last more than a few days. This is especially important for children, the elderly and pets too!

Your body is the best guide to use when determining how much water you need every day.  So listen to it!  The three best communications your body provides to you are your thirst, the color of your urine, and the frequency of urinating.  If you are thirsty, you need water.  If your urine is a deep, dark yellow, then it is very likely you need more water (though some B vitamins and Vitamin C can cause this as well).   Additionally if you are urinating very little or very infrequently, you are not drinking enough water.  A healthy person urinates, on average, seven to eight times per day.

What NOT to drink

Soft drinks and the highly marketed sports drinks are not wise choices for hydration and we recommend avoidance.  They are chock full of sugar, high fructose corn sugar or artificial sweeteners, as well as phosphoric acid, artificial flavorings, and food coloring.  The salt in sports drinks is processed and more likely to increase thirst rather than quench it.  Additionally, the acidic nature of sports drinks is also highly corrosive to teeth.

Ideal Options for Hydration

Water remains the ideal choice for hydration. Ideal options include:

Natural Spring Water

Filtered tap water by reverse osmosis

For profuse sweating when doing vigorous exercise or outdoor activities for 45 minutes to an hour or more, it is helpful to add ½ tsp of Himalayan or Celtic salt to the water, available online or at most Health Food stores.

Other options for hydration include:

  • Alacer Corporation’s Electro Mix packet, pour into a 1-liter bottle of water for a convenient and healthy alternative to sports drinks. This is also gluten free and sweetened with stevia.
  • Coconut Water – Besides water, this is the most ideal hydrator. Be sure to purchase 100% pure coconut water with no added fruit juices, sugar or additives.  Grams of carbohydrate and sugar for an 11.2-ounce serving should be under 15.  Try O.N.E. or Zico brands.
  • Suero Viv, Cultured Whey beverage is available at www.Livebeyondorganic.com.  This is a pricier, designer option for discerning sports enthusiasts.

 

 

 

By |2013-06-28T09:16:53-06:00June 14th, 2013|Articles, NANCY’S NUTRITIONAL NUGGET|

Does Your Engine Need a Tune Up? Adrenal Fatigue May Be Cause

In This Issue

Supplement: ZINC

Recipe: Grilled Healthy Power Burgers

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Supplement of the Month: ZINC

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Did you know?

Zinc:

  • is required for the catalytic activity of approximately 100 enzymes
  • Can shorten the duration of a cold
  • is a natural aromatase inhibitor (i.e. slows the conversion of testosterone into estrogen)
  • supports normal growth and development during pregnancy, childhood, and adolescence
  • is required for proper sense of taste and smell
  • is found in high amounts in oysters 

Click here to learn more about zinc.  

 

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Recipe of the Month:

Grilled Healthy Power Burgers on a Sweet Potato “Bun”

 

burger with sweet potato bun


You will need the following ingredients:

  • 1 pound Grass-fed ground beef
  • 1/2 cup chopped veggies (yellow, green or red onions, zucchini and yellow squash work best)
  • 1 Tablespoon Grass-fed Butter or coconut oil
  • 2 Tablespoons chopped Parsley

 

 Click here for full recipe   

 

 

We are dedicating this newsletter to dads. Happy Father’s Day!

 

 

Mila cropped low resolution (use this)Lost your Game? 

by Mila McManus MD

 

Wellness and hormones aren’t just for women.  Men develop hormonal imbalance and deficiencies as well.  Have you developed ‘Grumpy Ole Man Syndrome’?  Are you too pooped to play with your kids? Have you lost your game? Have you lost your drive? Have you developed a beer belly?  Might be time to optimize your testosterone and/or adrenal function.

Have you had your testosterone level checked and it’s always in normal range? Besides the fact that the normal reference range for testosterone is quite large, there are many factors that can affect how your body is utilizing testosterone.  If you are overweight or are eating a particular diet, you may have excess estrogen in the body, which then blocks testosterone function.  If you have adrenal fatigue (test yourself here),  your body may be shunting hormone production to make more cortisol instead of making adequate testosterone.  If you are deficient in certain nutrients, e.g. zinc, your testosterone may be metabolizing into estrogen at an excessive rate, causing a downward spiral in testosterone function. (test yourself for low testosterone symptoms here).

Call 281-298-6742 and give yourself the best Father’s Day gift there is-the gift of good health! We can help you address your adrenal fatigue and even have an online adrenal fatigue test.

 

 

Nutrition News
Nancy Mehlert

by Nancy Mehlert

 

 

Food for the Man in You

 

 

Staying strong and young requires maintaining muscle and bone mass as well as a healthy sexual desire.

 

Testosterone is the chairman of the board in the male body when it comes to staying strong.  Foods that support healthy testosterone levels in the body include those high in zinc and healthy fats.

CLICK HERE to find out which foods are high in zinc and healthy fats.

 

 

Testimonial:

 

“Below are a few comments about my experience: 

 

  • After the first week I started feeling much better and started having more energy
  • At the end of the second week I ran The Woodlands Half Marathon and turned in a personal record beating my old time by one minute per mile for thirteen miles.
  •  In the thirty days I dropped ten pounds and lost over a couple of inches in my waist.
  • My taste buds changed, that was crazy.  I do not crave the sugar and breads as I used to.
  • My memory, the fog I had has cleared up and it is awesome!  
  • Last but not least, as I got older my patience seems short and my moods change suddenly not for the better.  Since starting the wellness program, those episodes for the most part have gone away which makes my wife and family happier.  

 

Dr. McManus and the whole team are wonderful and they care so much to do what they can to make you successful.  

 

I was blown away at all of the benefits from doing the thirty day yeast cleanse that I will continue to reap for years to come.  I highly recommend it.  I plan on living a long, healthy, very active , pain free , medication free life.”

 

from W.H.B. 

 

 

 

 

In Good Health,

 

Mila McManus MD

26110 Oakridge Drive

The Woodlands, Texas 77380

The Woodlands Institute for Health & Wellness

281-298-6742
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By |2020-10-08T09:47:46-06:00June 5th, 2013|Articles, General|

Food for the Man in You

by Nancy Mehlert, MS

Staying strong and young requires maintaining muscle and bone mass as well as a healthy sexual desire.  Testosterone is the chairman of the board in the male body when it comes to staying strong.  Foods that support healthy testosterone levels in the body include those high in zinc.  Oysters, roast beef, pumpkin seeds, 72% dark chocolate, peanuts, and crab are several great sources for zinc.

The right fats are essential for boosting testosterone levels. Research shows that a diet with less than 40% of energy as fat leads to a decrease in testosterone levels.  Wise fat choices include grass-fed butter, grass-fed meats, coconut meat and oil, avocado, cold pressed olive oil and olives, nuts, and seeds.

Staying mentally sharp and young requires taking care of the central command center for the body, otherwise known as the brain.  This is your hard drive.  It needs protection and back up in the form of essential antioxidants and plenty of oxygen. Foods that increase oxygen flow to the brain and provide mega-loads of antioxidant power are the best.  Ideal choices include most organic raw fruits and vegetables; however, the most powerful are berries, grapes, apples, leafy greens (examples include spinach, mustard greens, collard greens, bok choy, romaine, arugula, kale, Swiss chard, field greens), and avocados. 

Eat well and live well!

 

By |2013-06-03T18:35:28-06:00June 3rd, 2013|Articles, Men, NANCY’S NUTRITIONAL NUGGET|

Grilled Healthy Power Burgers

Eating well doesn’t mean you have to give up all your favorite foods. Try this recipe for healthy burgers.

Ingredients:
1 pound grass-fed ground beef
1/2 cup chopped veggies (yellow, green or red onions, zucchini and yellow squash work best)
1 Tablespoon grass-fed Butter or coconut oil
2 Tablespoons chopped Parsley

In a small frying pan, melt butter and sauté the vegetables over medium heat until tender, about 8-10 minutes. In a medium bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables with the ground beef and parsley. Work the mixture with your hands until well combined. Form into four patties and grill until desired doneness is reached. Serve between two sweet potato chips (see below) or butter lettuce leaves or open faced on a lettuce leaf and then layered with a tomato slice, pickle, onion and desired condiments.

Adapted from The Coconut Diet, by Cherie Calbom

Sweet Potato Chips (Use as a bun or bread)
2 large sweet potatoes
¼ cup coconut oil
Salt to taste

Place the coconut oil in a large skillet and melt it over medium high heat. Peel and slice the sweet potatoes. If using as a “bun”, slice them length wise for a large chip.

Place an even layer of the sliced sweet potatoes into the hot skillet. Cook until golden brown (about 3 minutes), flipping each piece with tongs and cooking for another three minutes on the other side until golden brown. Remove chips from the skillet and place them on paper towels on a plate or baking sheet. Repeat until all chips are cooked. Salt to taste.

Recipe from Paleo Slow Cooking by Chrissy Gower

By |2014-07-31T11:51:33-06:00May 30th, 2013|General, Recipes|