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Iodine is an essential element and perhaps the biggest piece of the puzzle when it comes to thyroid hormones.  One of Iodine’s main functions is in the production of thyroid hormones, but is detected in every organ and tissue. It is essential for healthy thyroid function and efficient metabolism, and there is increasing evidence that…

10 Ways to Reduce Family Stress by Nancy Mehlert, MS As the new school year begins and your family settles into the routines for the school year, we encourage you to consider how stress is impacting your family.  Do your own stressors trickle down to have a negative impact on the rest of your family?…

by Complementary Prescriptions Designed to promote relaxation and assist with sleep, this stress support complex combines the benefits of Ashwagandha, Valerian extract, L-theanine and GABA.  Ashwagandha and Valerian extract are both herbal ingredients that are highly regarded for their ability to increase resistance to stress and fatigue while having a high degree of safety. Called…

Do you have, or are you at risk for, an Autoimmune Disease? By Nancy Mehlert, MS and Mila McManus MD While rare in underdeveloped nations, autoimmune diseases have become a 21st century epidemic, with one in six people in America living with autoimmune disease. Some of the increasingly common autoimmune diseases of our times include…

Inflammatory Fire Starters by Nancy Mehlert, MS As I prepare to offer the list of the most inflammatory foods, I want to preface it by saying that, in my experience, changing what I eat has been one of the hardest ventures in my life.  That stems from the fact that I was a junk food…

by Mila McManus MD Proteolytic Enzymes, or Protease, is a supplement which serves multiple purposes that support the immune system and all inflammatory processes.  They are extremely useful as part of a holistic regimen in the treatment of cancers, chronic infections, digestive issues, cardiovascular disease, and auto immune diseases, just to name a few. Proteolytic…

The process of digestion is very complex. Digestion is the metabolic process that converts foodstuffs within the body for use. The process begins in the mouth where it is chewed and mixed with saliva to prepare it for swallowing. After swallowing, the food is pushed through the esophagus, which transports it to the stomach where…

There are many possible solutions for the relief of constipation or sluggish bowel function.  If you struggle with constipation or difficult bowel movements, please see a health care provider for proper evaluation.  Constipation can be a serious health issue and can be caused by many factors (see main article). Safe supplements to aid in relieving…

by Mila McManus MD Are your bowels moving at posted speeds? This article discusses various underlying causes of constipation and sluggish bowel function and how to address the issue naturally.  Laxatives are NOT the answer.  Read on to find out why. OK, so not the cleanest or most fun topic we could come up with,…