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Your Immune System Needs Some Extra Love Right Now

The onset of COVID-19 changed the world’s daily hygiene practices in ways we have never seen before. From regularly wearing masks in public to practicing consistent “social distancing” to slathering our hands with sanitizer throughout the day. Our new hygiene practices act as important safety measures to help us avoid contracting and spreading COVID-19. Ironically,…
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Fatty Liver: Diet, Supplement, & Lifestyle Recommendations

What is fatty liver disease? Your liver is the largest organ inside your body. It helps your body digest food, store energy, and remove poisons. Fatty liver disease is a condition in which fat builds up in your liver. There are two main types: Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) Alcoholic fatty liver disease, also called alcoholic steatohepatitis…
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Diagnosing my daughter with celiac disease

Celiac disease is a serious autoimmune disease that occurs in genetically predisposed people where the ingestion of gluten leads to damage in the small intestine. It is estimated to affect 1 in 100 people worldwide. Two and one-half million Americans are undiagnosed and are at risk for long-term health complications. When people with celiac disease…
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What is mindful eating?

It’s totally normal to overeat, eat quickly, or eat unhealthy food on occasion! However, there are more and more people who are making these habits versus on occasion. Mindful eating is the practice of not comparing or judging ourselves… or others. It’s taking the time to understand the taste, textures, thoughts, and emotions associated with…
