One of the most common frustrations for those suffering from depression is the lack of motivation to do regular daily activities, an inability to find enjoyment, and an overwhelming amount of negative thoughts. Depression cannot be simply cured by “mind over matter,” but that does not mean it can’t be treated and improved significantly. Depression […]

You never have to wonder when the cold and flu season is around the corner. The pharmaceutical industry will be sure that you are reminded of its arrival.  The pharmaceutical and the medical communities at large are depending on you to leave the fate of your health and well being up to the workings of […]

For people with psoriasis, suffering from painful symptoms like inflamed, flaking and red skin is not pleasant.  The chronic skin condition is due to an overactive immune system that can be triggered by a number of internal and external factors. Many Western treatments include steroid creams and oral medications that come with a slew of […]

Commonly known as TMJ, temporomandibular joint pain affects over 10 million Americans.  It can involve difficulty chewing, jaw muscle stiffness and painful popping or clicking, according to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research. For some people the pain of TMJ goes away on its own, whereas others develop long-term problems and need treatment […]

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Now is the time of year when the sun becomes irresistible.  As tempting as it is to spend as much time as possible in the warmth of the sun, there are a few precautions to take to protect your skin from harmful rays. Our skin is the largest organ in the body. It reflects our […]

Do you suffer from allergies or asthma?  It’s a little-known fact is that these two conditions are directly linked to each other. Asthma, which affects roughly 1 in 12 people according to the CDC, is characterized by spasms of the small airways and inflammation.  Many people with asthma also have allergenic rhinitis, or allergies as […]

Infertility is an all-too-common problem among couples looking to conceive. According to Resolve, the National Infertility Association, approximately 1 in 8 couples struggle to get and stay pregnant. Couples in this scenario often resort to spending tens of thousands of dollars on expensive fertility medicine and treatment that yields no tangible results. Here are 5 […]

What Is IBS? Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common disease suffered by an estimated 25-45 million people in the United States. Symptoms include chronic abdominal pain, bloating, excess gas and irregular bowel movements. Symptoms can be brought on by a number of triggers including anxiety, insomnia and stress. Although there is no known cure […]

In the spirit of the New Year, I thought a blog on Chinese astrology would be fun! This Thursday, the 19th of February, marks the start of the Chinese New Year.  In China, the New Year celebration is 7 days long and is considered the most important time of the year.  These celebrations started about […]

Did you that today is the Great American Smoke Out?  It’s the third Thursday in November every year!  It’s a day where we offer lots of extra support to those out there who are ready to improve their health by deciding to quit smoking.  We all know that smoking poses huge health risks, so I […]

I think each of us has been guilty of making excuses at some point in our life.  Maybe you only make excuses few and far between, but maybe it’s more often- even daily! I’m certainly no exception.  For me the excuse lately has been whatever I can think of to avoid going to the gym.  […]

    I have recently been working with my colleague, Dr. Morgan, on nutritional testing, and low and behold- I have come to find out I have too much bad bacteria in my gut!  Aaahh!!  She said this is in part due to some minor adrenal fatigue (who knew starting my own business would be so […]