by Jennifer Reid | Mar 12, 2012 | Brain Health, Functional medicine
A recent study found a diet high in trans fats shrinks the brain and increases the risk of dementia. Trans fats are found in fast foods, processed foods, margarine, shortening, chips, flaky pastries, many fried foods, and many popular convenience foods. They can be...
by Jennifer Reid | Feb 28, 2012 | Autoimmune disease, Brain Health, Fatigue, Functional medicine, Uncategorized
You’ve probably heard of food intolerances to gluten, dairy, eggs, or other foods. But chemical intolerances, or sensitivities, have become increasingly common, as well. A person with a chemical sensitivity has an immune reaction to chemicals and heavy metals in...
by Jennifer Reid | Feb 7, 2012 | Autoimmune disease, Brain Health, Children's health, Digestive health, Functional medicine
Many dismiss childhood stomach aches as a normal part of growing up. However research shows that chronic childhood stomach aches could result in anxiety and depression later in life. A Stanford University researcher found that gastric irritation early in life could...
by Jennifer Reid | Jan 31, 2012 | Brain Health, Uncategorized
Are you a night owl who can’t fall asleep? Are you half dead in the morning without several cups of coffee? If so, you may have an increased risk of developing dementia later in life. Our “body clock,” or circadian rhythm, regulates our sleep/wake cycles. A healthy...
