Gluten, a component in many grain compounds has been known for years to cause diseases such as Celiac and Sprue. Now research and patient experience is confirming that gluten can cause many symptoms that are digestive in nature and have far reaching consequences. Headaches, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, joint pains and fatigue are among the common […]
Here’s Your Sign!
People often come in my office and report “Doc I’m stressed out!” Listening with compassion I often respond, there’s no such thing as “stressed out”, in reality it is truly “what are you resisting in your life.” Whats the lesson of the moment that I am just not getting? For if I don’t get the […]
Chronic Stress: You May Want to Consider Thyroid & Adrenal Support
What is chronic stress? It is work, kids, spouse, the economy, the middle east? No, a stress response is a reaction by our subconscious mind of perceived threat. Seeing a tiger, a burning building, hearing a rattlesnake, these are all a real threat to survival. They are dealt with immediately or you perish. Chronic stress […]
Are You Running on Empty?
Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms in our society today. Look at the proliferation of Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts Coffee, energy drinks and various caffeinated beverages, along with chocolate! Caffeine in moderation has some benefits in exercise. The research on the long term effects are still undecided. However, what people are not understanding and […]