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November 5, 2014December 5, 2014

Are your Hormonal Issues Due To Estrogen Dominance?

Estrogen Dominance: Causes and Remedies

Dr. Ray Peat, a pioneer in the field of natural hormone therapy, coined the term “Estrogen Dominance” to describe what happens when the normal ratio or balance of estrogen to progesterone is changed by excess estrogen or inadequate progesterone. Estrogen can be potentially dangerous when not counter-balanced by adequate progesterone.

While hot flashes and night sweats are classically a sign of decreased estrogen levels in the body, the answer may not be as simple as taking synthetic or even natural estrogen. It is possible that estrogen levels are low, but rarely does a case exist where the levels of progesterone are not also just as low or lower.

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February 10, 2014March 8, 2014

Are Intestinal Parasites Causing Your Energy Slump?

I’ve seen many patients with chronic fatigue caused by intestinal parasites.

Parasitic infestations are an epidemic in the United States, with most sources estimating that a massive 85% of Americans have parasites.

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February 7, 2014March 8, 2014

Is Your Fatigue Caused by Low Stomach Acid?

If you’re suffering from fatigue, memory problems, weak hair and nails, gas, excessive burping, acid reflux, heartburn, bloating, or indigestion, you may have insufficient stomach acid.

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February 4, 2014March 8, 2014

What Your Tongue Says About Your Health

Traditional Chinese Medicine relies heavily on the use of herbs, tonics, and proper lifestyle in order to heal illnesses and imbalances in the body. But another technique that is essential to virtually every TCM visit is the use of tongue diagnosis.

Tongue diagnosis is a very traditional and effective method which has been used to diagnose diseases for over two thousand years. Knowledge of tongue diagnosis is one of the unique treasures of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).

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January 31, 2014February 1, 2014

Alfalfa: The superfood

Alfalfa is one of the most nutrient-rich food sources. The benefits of alfalfa stem from the fact that it is rich in vitamins including vitamins A, B6, B12, C, D, E and K. It is also especially rich in minerals such as magnesium, calcium, iron, phosphorus and potassium, all in easily digestible forms. It is also a natural source of fluoride, fiber, antioxidants (such as chlorophyll), and phytonutrients (such as octacosanol, carotenoids and saponins). It is said to contain over 300 nutrients and phytonutrients.

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January 10, 2014February 1, 2014

Heartburn Can Destroy Your Health: The Danger Of PPIs

We have many patients that come to the office for a variety of conditions. One of the most silent disease causing conditions is GERD. By taking medication for the condition you don’t have the “problem” anymore. But did you know that by taking this medication you are making a short term problem into a long term disease?