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Dear Patient VIP – (Very Important Patient) Throughout life, many individuals experience mental health issues that can impact their mood, thoughts, behavior, and quality of life. Supporting good overall health by engaging in regular physical activity, maintaining a well-balanced diet, prioritizing sleep, and managing stress can help to support mental well-being. Certain dietary supplements may […]
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In recent years, there’s been a dramatic increase in the consumption of energy drinks. As we struggle with our busy lives and seek any help to increase our energy, it is easy to reach for an energy boost in the form of a quick & readily available beverage. Dropping a few bucks down at the
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A discussion of Th1 and Th2 would not be complete without the basic understanding of what these cells and what their function are. Th Cells or Helper T-cells are derived from CD4+ cells (a part of the immune system’s basic cell structure). Helper T cells come in five major subsets and they are: Th1 cells
What are Helper T Cells (CD4+, Th1, Th2, Th17, and the Interleukins)? Read More »
Many Americans are aware of some common side effects of medications. They tend to be things like an upset stomach, dry mouth or sleepiness. With so many drugs on the market it may be difficult to stay current with drug-drug interactions and some side effects. The FDA approves on average about 30 new drugs each
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When I was growing up overseas, TV only came on at 4PM with 30-minutes of cartoons for the kids; then it was an hour of news followed by a few American TV shows like Bonanza, Ironside and Rawhide or Gunsmoke all poorly dubbed in the native language. Then TV shut down at 10PM. For those
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Echinacea is derived from the upper parts and roots of purple coneflowers. For centuries there has been interest in the immune effects of this natural supplement. In a meta-analysis published in Advances in Medicine, echinacea extract was found to decrease the risk of recurrent respiratory infections and complications, such as pneumonia, ear infection, and tonsillitis. Experts
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What is CIRS? Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS) also referred to a biotoxin illness or mold toxicity is a collection of symptoms initially thought to be caused by only mold exposure. However, as further research added new knowledge, we have come to understand that bacteria (such as the spirochetes that cause Lyme), fungus and various
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Polypharmacy, the taking of too many medications, is a growing problem in the United States and some other industrialized countries. However, Americans are by far more overmedicated than other nations utilizing almost 95% of the world prescriptive medications produced. This problem affects the elderly especially. In fact, a full 35.8% of older adult Americans take
Polypharmacy: Dangers for Americans young and old. Read More »
The origins and cultivation of the herbaceous plant Cannabis sativa L. can be traced back to ancient civilizations. (1) However, due to a long history of controversy over its use, it has only recently regained significant attention as a result of legislation changes surrounding its manufacturing and distribution in the United States. There is now
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If you are a senior living alone or with an aging spouse, you may be giving some thought to aging in place. Aging in place means making adjustments to your home and life for accessibility and safety as you grow older. If you’re interested in accessibility around your home, here’s where to start. Reduce Trip
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