541-323-3833Nutritional Approaches for Integrative Oncology
Would you like to learn more about how nutrition, and lifestyle affect cancer biology? Check out this slide show from naturopathic oncologist Dr. Tina Kaczor.
Read MoreEssential Oils for Health and Wellness
When you think of essential oils, you likely conjure smells of lavender and peppermint, but did you know that their benefits go way beyond a pleasant scent? Essential oils have been used for centuries for their healing properties. Essential Oils Through the Ages Records indicate that ancient Egyptians were the first to use essential oils for healing, as well as for ceremonial practices and in embalming procedures. In the late 19th century, French chemist and perfumer Rene Maurice Gattefosse revived the tradition of using essential oils. After burning his hand, he treated his wound with the...
Read MoreCancer Fighting Recipe: Apple Pie Smoothie
APPLE PIE SMOOTHIE INGREDIENTS 5 raw almonds 1 red apple 1 banana 3/4 cup Greek yogurt. (If you’re vegan, substitute coconut yogurt.) 1/2 cup dairy, almond, hemp, or hazelnut milk 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon. Saigon cinnamon has a richer flavor. Optional add-ins: scoop of neutral-tasting protein powder (e.g. whey or egg), 1 Tbsp of hemp seed or golden flax seed, 1 Tbsp bee pollen, 1 TBSP coconut oil. DIRECTIONS Place all ingredients in a blender. (Depending on how powerful your blender is, you may need to chop the apple and almonds into small pieces before blending.) Blend on medium-high for...
Read MoreStealth Health for the Holidays
Stealth Health for the Holidays When was the last time you exercised, ate well, and got trimmer over the holidays? It’s a tall order, and one that many simply write off as the holiday season is designed for indulging, entertaining, and relaxing! The downside: Once the month-long celebration passes, you can end up feeling sluggish and heavier than ever. Well fear not! With these simple makeovers you can enjoy the holidays while keeping your health in check. Drink Makeover You will be surprised how little things add to your daily sugar and calorie intake. Consider the typical holiday drink—a...
Read More6 Simple Steps to Detoxing Your Kitchen
Did you know chemical toxins are sneaking into your body on a daily basis—even if you’re living a super healthy lifestyle? It’s true. Toxins piggyback on the products you buy and use everyday: household cleaners, soaps, lotions, detergent…they ride in on the soles of your shoes, hide in your food packaging, and even in the food itself! What kind of toxins are we talking about? Bisphenol-A (BPA): A synthetic estrogen found in plastics and canned foods (and in 95% of people tested by the CDC). BPA is a synthetic estrogen, capable of blocking or mimicking the role of natural estrogen in...
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