The Neti Pot
February 16, 2012
By Guest Blogger
Getting to Know the Nose Before we go into the details of the nasal wash, let’s begin with a science lesson. The nostrils are the interface between your body and the atmosphere—they filter, clean, heat, and moisten the air you inhale. This is why yogis advocate breathing through the nose instead of the mouth. The sensitive lining of the nostrils secretes mucus, which effectively traps dust, dirt, and other particles when it is moist. The… Read More >
Seven Ways to Beat Allergies Naturally
June 22, 2011
By Michelle Schoffro Cook PhD
Aaa-choo! ‘Tis the season for Kleenex, eye drops and decongestants. Allergy season is upon us. Its symphony can be heard in the refrains of sniffles, sneezes and nose blowing. If you suffer from the wide array of seasonal allergy symptoms such as fatigue; sinus congestion; itchy eyes, nose or throat; or watery eyes, don’t let a high pollen count get you down this summer. Here are seven natural ways to beat allergies from my latest… Read More >
Autism, ADHD, Asthma and Allergies: What’s Going on With Our Kids?
December 27, 2010
By Kenneth A. Bock MD
I want to begin my first post here by talking about something that is very basic to the perpetuation of our society: our children. The specific question I want to ask is simple but key: What the heck is happening to our kids? Why am I starting with this question? Let me give you some background information. In the United States and other industrialized, developed nations, epidemics of malnutrition and common childhood infectious illnesses are… Read More >
Survival Guide to Being a Gluten-Free Vegan
October 26, 2010
By Guest Blogger
So you’re vegan and gluten-free? No wheat? No meat? What to eat? Well, a lot actually. Instead of Bread -Starchy vegetables can take the edge off of bread cravings. Try a baked sweet potato with a drizzle of coconut oil or extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of nutritional yeast flakes. -Most gluten-free breads actually contain eggs. I recommend making your own. I’ve tried a few gluten-free flours on the market, and I like… Read More >
Diabetes, meet my green juice.
December 18, 2009
By Guest Blogger
Michelle Sorensen & Family I am a vegan mom to two daughters (aged 1 and 3). In addition I am self-employed as a therapist. I have another identity that is invisible to many people: I am a Type 1 diabetic with a couple of other autoimmune problems thrown into the mix. In the 11 years I have been diabetic, I have learned not to fight this disease but to live more peacefully with it. Type… Read More >
Finding the Right Nutritionist for You
July 15, 2009
By Stefanie Sacks
I am now the proud mother of two young boys. Jack is almost four years old and Hunter is 9 months. After Jack was born I went through a major adjustment period, as do all new moms. However, after Hunter’s birth (that being NOW), I am finding this need to redefine myself both personally and professionally. Many many years ago (like 25), I wondered why the doctors I visited (all too frequently) for my asthma… Read More >
