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At TWIHW we offer one of the best coconut oils in the marketplace today. Tropical Traditions Organic Expeller Pressed Coconut Oil is processed through an old tradition of physical refining using an expeller pressed mechanical extraction and a steam deodorizing process. 1 Many, less expensive coconut oils are made from moldy, old coconuts, called copra,…

We are SO excited to offer this new Cognitive Health Assessment by Cambridge Brain Sciences,  a leading provider of simple and powerful online brain health assessment solutions.   Watch Dr. McManus explain in this 2 minute video: Watch now.   Why you should test:   Quantify cognition See a quantitative and objective measure of your…

As you scour the internet or  bookstore for the next NEW diet, please keep in mind that there isn’t one perfect diet for everyone.  We are each biochemically unique. Our lifestyles and abilities are unique. The goal should be to find a way of eating that works for you, your lifestyle, and contributes to providing…

By Mila McManus, MD When I founded The Woodlands Institute for Health & Wellness in 2004, there were far fewer useful and affordable tests to utilize with my patients.  In Functional Medicine, our goal is to identify the root causes of disease while working to build overall optimal health. Functional medicine is observing the uniqueness…

1. Clean water has always been and remains the gold standard for hydration. For normal daily exercise and play in the sun, aim for 25-50% of body weight in ounces for adults and children.  For long periods in the heat, drink more and drink frequently. 2. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. Rich in both…

Choosing a sunscreen can be difficult, especially since most have harmful and toxic chemicals or make promises for UV protection that may not be accurate. Two of the most harmful ingredients to watch for in sunscreens are oxybenzone, which is a known endocrine disrupter, and retinyl palmate, a form of vitamin A that can harm…

Lectins are specialized proteins commonly found in fruits, vegetables, seafood, and especially in grains, beans and seeds.  They are not degraded by stomach acid or proteolytic enzymes, making them resistant to digestion.  Certain lectins consumed in everyday foods can bind to cells in the gut and to blood cells, initiating a cytokine response and contributing…

And What to Do About It By Nancy Mehlert, MS If you are reading this without first reading our main article, you may want to back up and read it to benefit from the more in depth introduction to lectins.  Now, for anyone struggling to lose weight, dealing with autoimmunity or digestive issues, or simply…

By Mila McManus MD The study of lectins is an extensive and emerging area of science with far-reaching implications to both health and healing. Learning about them may be a significant game changer for your health.  The findings may even surprise you.  It is quite possible that lectins are the hidden cause behind many symptoms…