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Are Goji Berries Inflammatory?
Oh the goji berries. Our favorite nightshade. A question that comes up again and again is are wolfberries safe for people that have autoimmune disease? Additionally, do they have the ability to cause inflammation? Nightshades such as potatoes, tomatoes, okra, eggplant, and bell peppers contain solanines, alkaloids, and lectins that, in some people, can worsen ... Read more
Lavender Oil and Breast Swelling in Young Boys: New Evidence
Gynecomastia in Young Boys? Recently a new study was announced that claims that lavender essential oil causes breast swelling in young boys. There are several things that I take issue with concerning this new information. Critique of the Study First, this study is NOT out yet; it is just an announcement of the study from the ... Read more
How to Teach Your Child to Swallow a Capsule or Tablet
Children often struggle to swallow capsules and tablets, and it can be a difficult skill to train a child. Here are a few tips that I learned throughout my years practicing pharmacy. Start Small Be sure that when you are first attempting to get a child to swallow a capsule or tablet that you start small. ... Read more
7 Step Guide to Making Decisions
Do you feel overwhelmed by the constant pressure to look right, act right, and be perfect? Instead of trusting everyone else’s opinion, this guide will teach you 7 steps to make decisions that honor your inner voice, optimize health, and serve your higher purpose. This guide will teach you how to cut through the confusion and decide.
Coffee Enemas
A coffee enema is a form of hydrotherapy that works to stimulate the liver in order to increase detoxification. The process facilitates removal of a variety of toxins and free radicals from the bloodstream. What do Coffee Enemas Do? Coffee enemas are a long-standing part of the Gerson Method used to treat cancers. Because detoxification ... Read more