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The Woodlands Institute publishes Health Articles specifically designed to keep you updated with relevant wellness news. In these newsletters, you’ll find valuable information regarding supplementation, fitness tips, and recipes.
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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Dangers of Allergy Medications
Dr. Mila McManus I rarely come across someone in my practice or personal life who doesn’t have issues with allergies. If you don’t suffer with allergy symptoms, then chances are you know someone who does. There are plenty of medications on the market, both prescription and over the counter, for treating allergy and sinus issues.…
Read MoreDangers of Blood Pressure Medications
By Mila McManus MD In medical school, we are taught that 95% of the cases of hypertension (high blood pressure) that we come across are considered idiopathic, meaning that it does not have a known cause. We know there are some obvious contributors to high blood pressure such as stress, being overweight, and taking certain…
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Supplement of the Month- Neo40
Neo40 Daily is a heart and circulation supplement taken as a lozenge once a day. In 1998, the discovery of Nitric Oxide as a critical signaling molecule was awarded a Nobel Prize in physiology/medicine. The Talking Molecule Nitric Oxide revolutionized conventional scientific reasoning because it was the first molecule discovered to literally communicate with another…
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Supplement of the Month- Magnesium
Magnesium is the second most abundant element inside of human cells and serves literally hundreds of functions. It is a regulator of over 300 biochemical reactions and plays a vital role in generating energy within the cell. Magnesium is a macro-mineral, meaning it is needed by the body in large amounts and it must be…
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The Vicious Cycle
By Nancy Mehlert, MS This diagram (click on diagram to enlarge it) depicts the vicious and stressful cycle that causes the vast majority of the chronic lifestyle diseases of our time, including high blood pressure. High blood pressure results for several reasons: Our Sympathetic Nervous System automatically constricts blood vessels as an alarm response…
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Salted, Seedy Chocolate Bark
A Healthy Treat for Special Occasions Makes 8, 1 ounce servings Ingredients: ¼ cup raw shelled pumpkin seeds (pepitas) 2 T hemp seeds 2 T sesame seeds ¼ teaspoon flaky sea salt or kosher salt 8 ounces chopped 70% cocoa chocolate Preparation: Heat a dry skillet over medium-high heat and then add pepitas. Toast them,…
Read MoreSupplement of the month- On Guard Essential Oil Blend
On Guard protects against environmental and seasonal threats with essential oils known for their positive effects on the immune system. OnGuard can be taken internally on a daily basis to maintain healthy immune function as well as used on surfaces throughout the home as a disinfectant and non-toxic cleaner. When diffused, On Guard helps purify…
Read MoreSupplement of the month- Breathe Blend of Essential Oils
Enhanced with the powerful respiratory benefits of Cardamom, Breathe is a remarkable blend of essential oils that combine to help you breathe easier. A staple in the dōTERRA essential oil line, Breathe supports healthy respiratory function when seasonal threats are high and can be used safely by all embers of the family to soothe airways…
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Healthy and FAST Cabbage Sautee
1 head of green cabbage 6 slices of uncured bacon 1 Apple, cored and sliced, if desired Salt & Pepper to taste 1. Cut raw bacon up into bits and pieces. Using medium heat, cook the bacon bits and pieces in a skillet or Dutch oven until brown and crisp. Remove…
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