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By Mila McManus MD and Nancy Mehlert, MS The skin is the body’s largest organ. It helps to regulate temperature and serves as the first line of defense against infection. It is an organ with the capacity to both absorb and eliminate substances. The skin is also an outward manifestation and communication of what is…

Vitamin A, also known as retinol, is a powerful antioxidant the body uses to help form and maintain good vision and eye health, a strong immune system as well as soft tissues, mucus membranes, and skin. It is not found in plant food; however, the body can use beta-carotene found in many fruits, vegetables and…

By Nancy Mehlert, MS Edited by Mila McManus MD Over the last decade, there have been many meta-analyses and other studies supporting the benefits of, and possible links between, coffee and tea reducing risk for chronic diseases.  As recent as 2015, even the Dietary Guidelines for Americans added coffee and tea as a recommended beverage…

By Nancy Mehlert MS Edited by Mila McManus MD It’s very common that headaches, joint and muscle pain can be caused from the foods we are eating.  Therefore, it is well worth the effort to practice some food elimination tests to find out if you are reacting to foods.  Usually the pain response is reflective…

By Mila McManus MD and Nancy Mehlert MS We tend to not think about our bone health until we break one. , but maybe we should. The Journal of Bone and Mineral Research reported a study which revealed that 10.2 million adults have osteoporosis and another 43.4 million have low bone mass (osteopenia).  That’s more…

By Nancy Mehlert, MS Bone Breakers – Here are foods that suck the life and strength from your bones. Sugar - When cellular glucose (sugar) levels rise too high from consuming sugar, the body cannot completely process it, resulting in the formation of acids which over-acidify the body. The body reacts by pulling calcium and…

Pure PaleoMeal is a Designs for Health protein meal replacement powder that is ideal for alkalizing the body, healing and supporting bone health, and getting back on track with diet when we have slipped away into acidic foods, too much caffeine and processed foods. Non-GMO and Gluten free, this protein is sourced from beef and…

Now available in our office, this simple to use, electric essential oil diffuser by Radha Beauty is small enough to use on a desk, in an office or dorm room, or anywhere in your home.  It is peaceful and calming to look at as it gently rotates through a soothing color spectrum. Sold for $24.99…

Here are the key points you need to know in order to purchase quality meat, especially beef. Source carefully, ask questions and buy from reputable places. Consider ButcherBox.com or check out www.EatWild.com as reliable places to start.  Dr. Mercola, at www.mercola.com, also has many articles with lists of places and organizations to find clean, sustainable…