Every parent knows that incorporating healthy food options into their child's diet can be challenging. Let's face it, broccoli has a hard time competing with the heavy fats, additives, starches and sugars that excite the brain in the standard American diet.In our office, we have a saying that we tell customers at least once a day: "You can't out-supplement a poor diet". Whether you're trying to improve your own eating habits or just trying to get your three-year-old to eat something other than chicken nuggets, here are some of our tried-and-true tips for increasing the overall nutrient value of your family's diet. First Things First. Keep plenty of healthy food options on hand, and offer them often. Kids rarely open the fridge...
Having your wisdom teeth removed is practically a rite of passage for most teenagers (and their parents). Last year my oldest had his teeth removed, and last week my second child had her turn in the oral surgeon's chair. I shared a small snippet of the recovery protocol we followed in our weekly newsletter, and I had so many clients call for more information that I thought I'd write it up in a blog post for our readers! **This protocol works well for most surgeries and dental procedures, in case you were wondering!** Before the procedure As a preventative measure before the procedure, I made sure my child's immune system was working at peak performance. This means that for the week leading up to the procedure,...
About twice a month we get a call from a customer who has just returned from a vacation only to come down with an illness. I'm sure many of our readers are aware of ways to prevent illness while traveling abroad: wash your hands frequently, eat well, don't drink the tap water, etc... But in our opinion, staying healthy should start at home, before you leave for the airport. Travel can be hard on your immune system, even if you love it; stress, jet lag, road food, exposure to sick people, and environmental toxins all take their toll as you take in the sights and visit your loved ones. I'm sure you've heard the phrase "the best offense is a good defense". While washing...
Did you know that the overall incidence of severe urinary tract infections increases significantly during the hot summer months? There are several reasons for this, such as: Swimsuit wear (synthetic fabric holding moisture and bacteria in) Humidity/sweat creating a perfect environment for bacterial growth Holding urine in on long trips Dehydration is more common in the summer Being unable to wash hands or properly wipe during outdoor trips Common symptoms of UTIs include a burning sensation when peeing, frequent urination, cloudy or dark urine, urine with a strong odor, a feeling of incomplete bladder emptying, and pelvic pain. So, when you're faced with the symptoms of a UTI, what should you do? Water First of all, drink a TON of water if...
