Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
It seems like just about every restaurant and bakery has gluten free options these days. We hear about gluten free diets having life changing effects online and even on the news, but how much validity is there to these food sensitivities? Is it possible for someone to be sensitive to a food that does not show up on a true…
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After a flight do you ever feel like there’s more turbulence in your gut than there was on the plane? If you experience digestive issues after flying, you’re not alone! About half of America has experienced brief to mild instances of constipation after flying. So, what gives? And how can we start off our vacations on the right foot? As…
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Urinary tract infections (UTI) affect women more than men mainly due to the shorter length of the urethera. Bacteria has a shorter distance to travel to reach the bladder lining where it can cause infection. The most common pathogen that causes a UTI is Escherichia coli (e.coli). E. coli is actually a part of our normal (good) flora, but certain…
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Whether you cold press it, wait for it to drip, have your faithful cappuccino machine do the dirty work or just drive through your local Starbucks, you’re not alone when it comes to craving that morning cup of Joe. We’ve heard that coffee is bad for us, and many of us have tried to kick the habit—but it’s not so…
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Being a woman is a roller coaster of hormones, from the time you get your first period until the day you get the last one (and even after that, really). Even though it’s often easy to see where you are on that journey and even how well you’re buckled in, sometimes it gets a bit murky as to whether or…
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To women everywhere who are experiencing perimenopause or menopause, we salute you. Sleep can be incredibly evasive during this time of your life, especially if you’re experiencing night sweats and hot flashes. Staying up all night fighting with your pillow might not be a big deal once or twice, but over time the sleep you’re losing to those night sweats…
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