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TWIHW has been serving the community since 2004. Dr Mila McManus and her highly trained team at The Woodlands Institute for Health and Wellness are winners of numerous awards, including Living Magazine Best Of Readers’ Choice awards over the years: Best Functional Medicine Practice, Best Weight Loss Center, Best Bio-identical Hormone Practice.
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Defending the Borders, Part III
Being Proactive Against Invaders This month, we’re closing this series by encouraging you to have a strategic lifestyle that protects your Body Nation. It is proactive and anticipatory in nature. In military terms, this concept is well demonstrated by the events of 9/11 and the Boston Marathon attack in 2013. When events like this occur,…
Read MoreMore Energy Than I’ve Had In Years
[expand title="More Energy Than I've Had In Years"] Dr. McManus, I saw you for the first time on Monday and started implementing the plan (supplements/hormones) on Tuesday after the lab work. By Saturday, I had way more energy than I've had in YEARS, and I could focus and think of words. It's been awesome! I can…
Read MoreFoods That Defend You
Foods with Antimicrobial Properties We usually think of our food as a source of nourishment in the form of protein, carbohydrates, fats, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Are you aware that there are many foods that have antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties and help to attack and destroy unwanted visitors such as the common cold, disease-causing…
Read MoreInsomnia-Causes and Treatment Options
Causes of Insomnia and Treatment Options to Help You Sleep By Mila McManus MD This article isn’t about obvious causes of insomnia, such as heartburn or chronic pain. Its focus is on some causes of insomnia about which you may not realize, and some suggested treatment options. Potential causes of insomnia: Hormonal imbalance or deficiencies…
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Have a New Husband by Friday
by Mila McManus MD Improve Your Relationship Ladies, have you been frustrated that your husband doesn't acknowledge your presence when you walk into the room? Gents, have you ever felt that you are on a completely different wavelength than your wife? If you could use some help in the communication and/or relationship department, whether you…
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Sweet Potato Salad with Mustard Vinaigrette Dressing
2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 1 T butter or coconut oil, melted ¼ Cup celery, diced ¼ Cup pecans, chopped ¼ cup green onions, chopped Dressing: 1 clove garlic, minced 1 T lemon juice ½ tsp mustard powder 4 T cold pressed olive oil 1/8 tsp dried parsley 1/8 tsp dried thyme 1/8 tsp…
Read MoreDefending the Borders Part II
Avoiding what destroys your protective force of beneficial bacteria in your gut. This month we want to focus on how to recognize all of the threats to Your Body Nation and ways to avoid them. Keep in mind that your gut microflora, when properly balanced and healthy, will contain mostly beneficial bacteria, but will also…
Read MoreDigestive Aid
Digestive Aid for Acid Reflux and Other Ailments Digestive Aid supports proper digestive function by supplying hydrochloric acid from betaine HCl and pepsin for enhanced protein digestion. It also provides nutrient cofactors B1, B6 and zinc which support the body's own production of HCl. Additionally, Digestive Aid includes Gamma Oryzanol and Fucoidan which soothe, support…
Read MoreAre you the Commander-in-Chief?
Take charge as Commander-in-Chief of your Nutrition. The distinguishing mark of a great military force is its leader. When we read about great military leaders like Julius Caesar or Alexander the Great, we are told about what they “conquered” or “took control over”. Are you The Commander-in-Chief of Your Body Nation? It is an important…
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