Mark my words: Meditation is the new Yoga. And will probably end up being even more prolific, as it can be done anywhere, anytime, by anyone. As we get more engaged with our health and well-being – and as the mind-body connection is more researched and studied – our states of mental health will be as important as our physical …
Myer’s cocktail: Sometimes your cells need a boost, too.
Snail mail vs. E-mail – the difference between getting your vitamins intravenously vs. orally For the past several decades many practitioners in the alternative health field have administered IV nutrients to help patients with a variety of conditions. One such formulation has been used again and again, with great success. This preparation is commonly referred to as a Myer’s cocktail. …
Kitchen Probiotics – Ferment Your Own Saurkraut
Every culture has their portion of ‘fermented foods’ with each meal – what’s yours? Digestion is a key element in obtaining optimal health. You could be eating a beautiful and colorful diet, but if you are not assimilating the nutrients being offered and eliminating what is no longer needed your body may not benefit. One reason a person’s digestion gets …
In Gratitude – a Journal for Life
I have a friend who has a particular habit I’ve never seen anyone else do. Whenever we go out to eat, he always introduces himself to his server, and asks for their name. And every time I’ve seen this happen, the result is lovely – all parties involved find ourselves smiling, we feel connected with each other, and are happier …
Fortifying your Immune System with Food
As we begin to transition into Fall, fortifying our body with good nutrition is the foundation for building a strong immune system. Eating a variety of food with lots of color is a simple way to make sure you are getting a broad range of nutrients. Here are a few foods to start adding into your daily diet: Raw Fermented …
Meditation Beyond Relaxation
“Using meditation to relax is like taking your Ferrari to the grocery store next door” – Dr. Samuel Sagan, M.D. Meditation often conjures up lukewarm ideas mainstream media: deep relaxation and vegetable soup. If this is what you think, you might be surprised by the quote above, a favorite of meditation practitioner Kat Lui. “Studying with Dr. Sagan was a …
Yoga: Body purification, breathwork and postures
Yoga as an integrated system for boosting immunity: body purification, breathwork and postures 1. improve the circulation of white blood cells and lymph 2. stimulate the thymus gland and 3. clear the broncials. Immune System 101 The immune system is made up of different organs, cells and proteins and aside from the nervous system – it is the most complex …
Overcoming Sugar Cravings (Just in Time for Halloween)
Overcoming Sugar Cravings Do you crave sugar? Do you find yourself cutting just a little bit more brownie from the pan? Is it hard to stop indulging in sweet treats once you start? Sugar is one of the most addicting substances in our culture. The average American adult eats 22 teaspoons of sugar per day and children eat an average …
Welcome two new naturopathic doctors with one shared vision
Welcome two new naturopathic doctors with one shared vision: to address health on a deeper level, uncover the root cause of the problem, and facilitate a healthy, vital life. Left: Dr. Laura Wollman; Right: Dr. Alison Schuz Dr. Alison Schuz is a naturopathic primary care physician whose practice encompasses integrative care for both men and women. She treats acute and …
Autumn’s Flow of Qi – Release, Transform, Protect & Inspire
In Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine, each season is associated with a particular energy, channel, set of organs, and emotion. Within each of the seasons its associated energy is at its peak. Besides its time within the season, it is also a part of a greater cycle of transformation that flows through the year. In this progressive cycle, metal is the …
Low Back Pain and X-rays -(un)Neccesary Radiation?
A lot of people are concerned about exposure to radiation from x-ray studies. But many back pain patients feel that their conditions have not been properly evaluated unless x-rays or other imaging studies such as CT or MRI have been performed. A recent guideline from the American College of Physicians (ACP)1 has clarified when imaging2 is and is not indicated. …