We at South Florida Integrative Health Center would like to take this time to wish everyone a happy and healthy year. Although last year has been a difficult and challenging year, there is now a new opportunity to bring in healthy changes in mind, body and soul. We are very grateful for each and every …
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Did you ever notice after a stressful event, maybe a deadline, a speech, anything that makes you feel really anxious and then afterwards you feel a cold coming on. Yes, stress releases a hormone called cortisol because your body and mind perceive something is wrong, although the stressful event could be all in your head. …
What does detoxification mean to you? Is it getting rid of animal foods and drinking juices ? Is it fasting for days? Ask yourself what is your goal and somewhere in that answer should be to be healthier. An important part of being healthier is to keep as much muscle and lose excess fat. That …
Source: Drug-Induced Nutrient Depletion Handbook, 2nd Edition Drugs and categories: Nutrients lowered: Anti-Inflammatory meds (NSAIDS, Aspirin, Prednisone)- Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc, Vitamin B6,B12,Folic Acid. Diuretics (Lasix, HCTZ, Aldactone)- Calcium, Magnesium, Vitamin B6, B1, Vitamin C and Zinc. Cardiovascular Drugs (ACE inhibitors, Lisinopril, Vasotec)- Coenzyme Q10, Vitamin B6, Zinc, Vitamin B1. Beta Blockers (Lopressor, metoprolol)- Coenzyme Q10. …
We always wonder when we have a reaction to food, whether we are sensitive to that food or not. Finally, an easy test that uses methods that detect both IgG antibody and Immune Complexes together to determine the reactivity of each sample against a wide variety of food antigens. Often other testing measures IgG alone!! …
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What is your gut feeling? Today, more than ever before, we realize that the root causes of chronic illness starts in the gut, the human gastrointestinal (GI) tract. The GI tract is home to an entire ecosystem of microorganisms ( known as the microbiome). This means living in a symbiotic relationship with its host, which …
While most herbs have been used successfully for thousands of years, prescription drugs haven\’t and scientific research into the interactions between the 2 is limited. Herbs are being added to foods, drinks and we think herbs are natural but they have activity in the body, especially concentrated forms of herbs known as standardized extracts. Here …
We are all unique. Just like each snowflake, fingerprint, grain of sand has its own imprint and character, so do you. Here is how we individualize medicine so that it works for you. First, your body composition. The lean muscle mass and fat is essential to monitor and hydration as well. Whether the water is …
