High blood pressure happens when the pressure on the arteries and blood vessels becomes too high and the arterial wall becomes distorted causing extra stress on the heart.  Long term-high blood pressure increases the risk of stroke, heart attack and diabetes.  It affects 1 in 3 Americans and most
READ MORE

The health of your gut affects the rest of your health.  If you are experiencing weight gain, skin issues, fatigue, bloating, anxiety, or problems focusing, it could be related to your gut microbiome.  Your gut microbiome consists of a wide variety of good bacteria and some bad bacteria.  The bad,
READ MORE

With the rise in popularity of health foods, it is very easy to think that a food is good for you because of the words used on the packaging.  Manufacturers use words like "natural" and "no trans fat" to lead consumers to think the food is healthy.  For example, "100% natural juice" undergoes all
READ MORE

Cold sores are caused by the herpes virus.  You can be exposed to this virus as a child and it may stay dormant in you for many years.  It is estimated that humans carry between 8 and 12 dormant viruses.  Shingles is another example of a condition caused by a virus that stays dormant in your body
READ MORE

Your cell membranes are made up of fatty acids and they surround every cell in your body.  The fatty acids affect how cells communicate internally and externally.  The body can’t make the essential omega-6 fatty acids (linoleic) and omega-3 fatty acids (ALA, EPA, and DHA).  You must get them from
READ MORE

Your body responds to different types of foods in different ways.  Some foods may taste good, but can negatively affect your mood.  “Bad” carbohydrates like white breads and pasta and deep-fried treats are examples of foods that later can make you feel bloated and a bit down.   Eating a poor diet
READ MORE

Your kidneys filter and return blood to your bloodstream while removing waste and toxins from your body.  Protecting your kidney health is critical for your energy and overall well-being.  The kidneys are bean-shaped organs that are located on each side of your spine below your rib cage.  They help
READ MORE

The mouth is considered to be a major factor in the health of your body.  That's because the oral microbiome is representative of what’s happening elsewhere in the body.  It is believed there are between 300 and 700 different microbial species living in your mouth.  The microbes populating your
READ MORE

In the most extreme form, lack of focus, and the inability to concentrate, is often diagnosed as attention deficit disorder (ADD) or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).  This is most commonly found in children beginning around age 7 and is often accompanied by the inability to sit
READ MORE

The main function of your gallbladder is to store and concentrate a digestive enzyme called bile.  Bile is created in your liver, and allows your body to break down and absorb fat from the foods you eat.  During meals, the bile flows into your small intestine.  Between meals, it is stored in your
READ MORE