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  MSM is short for methylsulfonylmethane which is a substance that's naturally occurring in the body.  MSM has been extensively studied in humans and animals.  It is a 'methyl donor' and a 'sulfur donor' which help reduce inflammation and support detoxification.  It can also boost energy! Here are some of the common uses of MSM:…

  The soothing combination of CPTG Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade® essential oils of  Wintergreen, Camphor, Peppermint, Ylang Ylang, Helichrysum, Blue Tansy, Blue Chamomile, and Osmanthus create the doTERRA Deep Blue proprietary blend. Available in a cream, roll-on, and supplement, Deep Blue provides soothing effects and targeted benefits.   Source:doterra.com                 …

By Mila McManus MD Many of you out there know some of the common symptoms of low thyroid function, such as fatigue, weight gain, constipation, headaches, hair loss, depression, and cold intolerance.  I've also explained to many of you how the thyroid functions in the body.  Think of this gland as your engine.  If your…

  By Nancy Mehlert, MS There’s no doubt that, if you have been diagnosed with hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) or Hashimoto’s (autoimmune thyroid disorder), you have searched the internet for information and come across references to goitrogenic foods (i.e. goitrogens) with the preponderance of sources recommending avoidance. These goitrogenic foods are primarily found in the raw…

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…