What are oxalates? Oxalates are a common, natural chemical component of many plant foods, including nuts, fruits, vegetables, grains, and is typically present as a salt of oxalic acid. We even make it via our own metabolism. It's best to be mindful that excess vitamin C is converted to oxalate, so … [Read more...]
Getting Clean with Thrive Market
One of the most shocking things about our lifestyles today is in regards to the federal government’s poor regulations for the products that we use on our bodies and in our homes. These products fly onto the shelves of the retailers that we buy from with little to no government involvement. Not … [Read more...]
21 Things to Try if You Are Experiencing an IC Flare
There may be a sense of panic when you have an interstitial cystitis (IC) flare-up, but it's important to step back and examine what triggered the flare so that you know how to treat it and how to avoid another IC flare in the future. The cause of an IC flare includes a gamut of things such as food … [Read more...]
Lifestyle Tips to Boost Immunity
Boosting Immune Function “Boosting immunity” is a hot topic in the fall as cold and flu season approaches; however, this is a conversation we should have all year long, especially considering the current COVID-19 pandemic. What does boosting immunity mean? Our bodies have a complex immune system … [Read more...]
What to do if You Are Struggling with Histamine Intolerance
By Julie Hager, Functional Medicine Health Coach The immune system in our bodies is a kind of built-in defense system. The main job of the immune system is to protect us from infections, toxins, viruses, and allergens. The body makes histamines naturally and we also get histamines from certain … [Read more...]
Inflammation: What’s the Big Deal?
The problem with chronic inflammation We’ve all heard of it, but why all of a sudden does the word “inflammation” seem so negative? Yes, inflammation is a normal and necessary process in the body when it is acute or short-lived. Just as a security system alarms when an intruder invades our home … [Read more...]
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