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Food Sensitivity Testing: Important Things to Know
If you are considering undergoing food sensitivity testing, there are a few important things you should know before deciding whether to test and how to get the full benefit of testing. Leaky Gut Intestinal permeability, or leaky gut, is the main cause of the...
Micronutrient Testing: The Truths the Values Reveal
The body is very complex, and when dealing with chronic health issues, it's not always easy to find the underlying cause. Solving these complexities is one of my favorite parts in helping others, and micronutrient testing is a major tool that helps me do just that. I...
Use Genetic Testing to Assess Your Body’s Detoxification Ability
Body detoxification is much more than following a restrictive diet in an attempt to flush out what are believed to be harmful substances that have accumulated in the body from various foods and supplements. The body is naturally detoxifying itself everyday, and it is...
Yoga Nidra | The Philosophy, Benefits & Practice
Yoga Nidra is a state of conscious sleeping and is considered as a meditation technique. Individuals experience complete physical, mental and emotional relaxation. It is a powerful and important practice of self inquiry within the ancient science of yoga, it has been...
Discover Yoga’s Mind Altering Effects
Many folks think of yoga as a physical exercise or a way to move consciously to help de-stress (see "When I say yoga I mean..."). These are parts of yoga, yes, but the foundation of yoga practice is to clear dysfunctional habit patterns (samskara). Our habits of...
Making Space for Emotion Through Yoga
Our emotions are in a constant state of flux, but sometimes we don't take the time to process them. Ever feel like you’re moving at high speed through life, running to keep up with the endless demand of information, social commitments, family, work, text messages,...
Discover Yoga’s (Happier) Side Effects
Marcia Ford's Yoga Journey My yoga journey began several years ago when classes on VCR tapes and DVD’s were popular for exercise. That’s how I looked at yoga, as a workout, just physical movement and a way to stay in shape. I’ve always had a good amount of flexibility...
Use Semaglutide Peptide Therapy to Boost Weight Loss
According to the FDA approximately 70% of American adults are obese or overweight. Being obese or overweight is associated with some leading causes of death, including heart disease, stroke and diabetes, and is linked to an increased risk of certain types of cancer. 2...
Why You Need FAT…Believe Us, You Do!
FAT- Why Fat Free is NOT a choice! Fat are carriers that help proteins do their job. In the 80’s and 90’s the media and medical community gave the word ‘fat’ negative press and so many people turned to low/fat free diets. This led to horrendous health consequences!...
A Holistic Approach to Feeling Like Your Best Self
Often, I hear from patients that they are frustrated with their health issues. They are doing everything right- eating healthy, exercising, managing stress- and they still don’t feel good. By taking a holistic approach to their treatment, I am able to get them moving...
What Causes Hot Flashes: It’s More Than Just Estrogen
What causes hot flashes? Contrary to popular belief, hot flashes and night sweats are not always due to low estrogen. There are many potential causes: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Also known as acid reflux or heartburn, GERD is a painful condition where...
Love Your Liver: 12 Tips for Liver Detoxification
As we settle in to the New Year, now is the perfect time to reflect on the things that we can let go of in 2022. This may also be a good time to allow your body a chance to let go of what it has been holding on to through detoxification. Regular detoxification is...
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