What’s New in Natural Products

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Every year I attend the Natural Products Expo East (there is a West coast version as well) in Baltimore and every year I share the highlights with my clients and readers of my blog. For those who don’t know, the Natural Products Expo is the largest gathering of manufacturers and distributors (more than 25,000) of health and nutrition products in the world. I really look forward to this every year because it is the best place to get a hands-on … Read More

Is Your Thyroid Up To Speed?

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Are you frequently tired? Do you get cold easily? Are you constipated? Is your skin dry? Do you have unexplained weight gain?  If you said yes to at least three of these symptoms, you could be suffering from an underactive thyroid gland or hypothyroidism. Broda Barnes, M.D., a pioneer in the diagnosis and treatment of thyroid disorders, once said: “Of all the problems that can affect physical or mental health, none is more readily and inexpensively corrected, and more often … Read More

Frittata Recipe – Italian or Southwestern Style

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          This is a wonderful egg dish perfect for any meal. You can prepare it in the Italian style with tomato and fresh basil or in the Southwestern style with green chiles and fresh cilantro.  You can also switch out feta and parmigiano-reggiano cheeses, depending on your preference.  The one pictured is the green chile version.  Frittatas can be very healthy when made with fresh, organic ingredients.            Many people worry about the yolks in eggs and the cholesterol they … Read More

What’s in YOUR Gut?

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Do you frequently experience any of the following symptoms? Recurring skin rashes                     Constipation or diarrhea                             Itchy eyes                                            Brain fog Thrush or coated tongue               Chronic inflammatory conditions Abdominal bloating/Gas               Tinnitus (ringing in the ears) Irritability/mood swings              Allergies (including food-borne) Frequent colds/flu                           Feel worse on damp days Fatigue                                                  Recurring bladder infections Depression                                          Vaginal yeast infections Sugar cravings                                   Dry scalp/dandruff  If you said yes to three or more of these, you could have an … Read More

Got Milk….Allergies?

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The whole food allergy topic is one of the most perplexing for food-conscious people. We hear about how food allergies are more and more common and it seems that every other food label on the shelves proudly claims “gluten-free” or “dairy-free” or “no soy.” I have written about food allergies and their impact on your health (including weight gain, congestion, joint pain, and fatigue) in previous blogs. However, without a doubt the one that gets the most attention and people … Read More