A recent study shows a significant portion of the US population not only reacts to gluten and dairy but also that this reaction causes the immune system to destroy brain and nervous tissue in a scenario called neurological autoimmunity (as evidenced by positive tissue antibodies). With the explosion of Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, autism, childhood development disorders, and other … [Read more...]
Top Five Back-to-School Health Boosters for Kids
For many, the shift from a serene summer routine to a more rigorous, action-packed school schedule can easily cause back-to-school burnout. It's a hectic time for parents—but it's even more stressful for kids. Now is the time to pay attention to their nutritional and self-care habits to keep their bodies and brains in tip-top shape from the minute the school bell rings. Family … [Read more...]
Should I Consider a Gluten Free Diet?
Today, everybody knows about gluten, and millions are doing their darnedest to avoid it. Going gluten free is imperative for everyone with celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder triggered by even minute amounts of gluten. However, some proponents claim that everyone should go gluten free—while critics dismiss it as just another passing fad. So, should you go gluten free? The … [Read more...]
Eight Signs Gluten Intolerance May Be Hampering Your Summer Fitness Goals
For some, summer marks the season for showing off all the exercise and healthy choices they’ve committed to this year. On the other hand, for many others, the season can represent an ongoing struggle to reach their fitness goals. There are many variables involved in weight loss, muscle gain and overall physical health: lifestyle choices, age, hormones, genes, thyroid issues, … [Read more...]
Why we need sunshine.
Many of us enjoy sunshine. Most public health messages of the past century have focused on the hazards of too much sun exposure. UVA radiation (95–97% of the UVR that reaches Earth’s surface) penetrates deeply into the skin, where it can contribute to skin cancer indirectly via generation of DNA-damaging molecules such as hydroxyl and oxygen radicals. Sunburn is caused by too … [Read more...]