Food Sensitivity Testing

Food Sensitivity Testing

Food sensitivity testing (also called food intolerance), is highly beneficial to uncover hidden conditions and symptoms. I have clients that end up with high sensitivity to what we consider highly healthy foods such as beets or blueberries. Of course, beets and blueberries may be good for 80% of people. However, if you are one of the 20%, then clearly it is not the right food for you and will do more harm than good. “The food you eat can be either the safest and most powerful form of medicine or the slowest form of poison.”― Ann Wigmore Is food sensitivity testing the same as food allergies testing? Exposure…

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5 Tips To Move the Scale

5 Tips To Move the Scale
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Here are my Top 5 Tips To Move the Scale. At some point on your journey, you just say ENOUGH! The definition of insanity is doing the same thing (eating, moving, drinking) and expecting different results. So, I did some things differently to help shift the scale. I got some help and I learned what wasn’t working. I’m happy to say that I’m a loser. I lost four pounds in 14 days. So, what did I do and what did I learn? I’ll share first what I learned and then what I did. 1. I learned that I was snacking way too often and used it as an…

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Hip Issues in Bulldogs

Hip Issues in Bulldogs

Hip Issues in Bulldogs Hip issues in bulldogs are more common than people know. Medium to large breed dogs such as bulldogs can be prone to hip dysplasia, where the socket portion does not fully cover the ball portion. As a result, the joint degenerates, causing the dog pain and making it difficult to walk. Watching our beloved fur baby struggle with hip and joint issues was so difficult. What Causes Hip Dysplasia in Dogs? Hip dysplasia is a genetic disorder, so genetics is a key factor to consider when adopting a breed. Large breeds are more likely to suffer from hip dysplasia. Breeds such as Great Danes,…

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Benefits of Collagen

Benefits of Collagen
Benefits of Collagen

What are the benefits of collagen and why is it important to understand what you are buying? We are hearing about and seeing it everywhere. Do we need it, does it work, and which one is best? I’m probably a little late to this game but I like to sit back and observe before I jump on the next health bandwagon. Let's start by looking at what it is and the benefits. What is Collagen? Collagen is considered a complex and primary protein comprised of 19 different amino acids. It is a key structural component that forms connective tissue and skin. In layman’s terms, it’s the glue that…

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