The body requires specific nutrients to function properly. When we don’t get adequate nutrition, our bodies begin to fight back and systems begin to fail. The Standard American Diet (SAD) is generally lacking in nutrient-rich foods, thus the obesity and health epidemics that are sweeping across our nation. To keep gut function healthy, you need […]
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Balance of bacteria and organisms in your gut matters more than you may think. When the bacteria are out of balance you may experience symptoms such as bloating, cramping, gas, belching, constipation and diarrhea. There are two types of organisms in the gut. One group is bacteria, the other is an archaea—a one-celled organism like
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Statistics show that at some point, nearly 75 percent of women will be diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome at some point in their lives. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder that affects the intestines and causes symptoms such as cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea, and constipation. Symptoms of IBS often occur when bacteria
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The Be Well Membership is re-vamped, re-created and re-designed just for YOU!! Self-care may not sound sexy but it’s essential and a priority for quality living, well-being and your health. We have re-vamped our Be Well Membership and have created several exciting events to share how you can incorporate Lifestyle Medicine into your life. You can
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Managing MTHFR is complex as every individual is unique. The type and number of MTHFR mutations greatly affects the approach to care and the outcome of care. Treatment should optimize the production of methyl groups while decreasing the overall depletion. Genetics cannot be changed, but how genes behave can be altered with a comprehensive diet and
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An estimated 50 percent of the population has some type of MTHFR mutation that can cause health conditions ranging from cardiovascular problems, to neurologic disorders, and systemic conditions such as nausea, hair loss, immune dysfunction, and some cancers. How do you know if you carry on of the more than 40 known variants of the
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Part 1: What is MTHFR and what does it do? Methylenetetrahydrofolate Reductase Gene Mutation–that’s a mouth full! Genetics determine more than the color of your eyes. As we learned in the previous series, genetics can affect your health in a number of ways. The MTHFR gene mutation (a fairly common genetic variant) can be a
What the MTHFR? How you metabolize B-Vitamins may impact more than your energy. Read More »
The MTHFR gene mutation is a common genetic variant that can cause a number of health conditions, including birth defects, neurological disorders, and some cancers. MTHFR adds a methyl group to folic acid, making it usable by the body. An estimated 50 percent of the population has some type of MTHFR mutation (at least 40
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Methylenetetrahydrofolate Reductase Gene Mutation–that’s a mouth full! Genetics determine more than the color of your eyes. As we learned in the previous series, genetics can affect your health in a number of ways. The MTHFR gene mutation (a fairly common genetic variant) can be a factor in a myriad of medical conditions. Through genetic testing,
What the MTHFR? How you metabolize B-Vitamins may impact more than your energy. Read More »
September 1, 2015 0 Comments It isn’t too late to register for our upcoming Blended Family support group!!! Register by calling the office at 972-930-0260 through Friday, September 4th at 12PM. Navigating Blended Families: An Experiential Group Living Well’s Jessica Blue Sky, LPC, presents “Navigating Blended Families”, a support group for parents, teens and
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