Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a term used to describe the result of movement of bacteria from the large intestine into the small intestine. SIBO is defined as a bacterial population in the small…
Read MoreA common misunderstanding is that arthritis is a single disease; however, arthritis just refers to any joint pain or joint disease. In fact, arthritis consists of more than 100 different conditions, which range from relatively…
Read MoreFluctuating sex hormones during the menstrual cycle can lead to changes in energy, mood, or physical symptoms, most commonly in the late luteal phase.
Read MoreA fairly common chronic condition that afflicts people is rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a form of chronic joint inflammation that can have major impact on quality of life. The exact cause of rheumatoid arthritis is unknown,…
Read MoreIt is the opinion of the author that vegetarians are not doomed to become protein-deficient just because they have made the switch from an omnivorous diet to a fully plant-based one. Contrary to popular belief,…
Read MorePolycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition represented by both reproductive and endocrine symptoms. It currently impacts at least 5–10% of reproductive-age women.
Read MoreBananas are sweet and filling, they can help you recover from strenuous exercise, and they can help eliminate muscle cramps. The amino acid tryptophan, a precursor to serotonin, is found in bananas. Serotonin helps you…
Read MoreThe urinary tract is part of the excretory system that removes wastes and unnecessary metabolites from the body to maintain homeostasis and biochemical balance. Made up of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra, the urinary…
Read MoreLet’s talk about nutritional intravenous (IV) therapy, an often-underappreciated therapeutic option for many chronic conditions. Nutritional IV therapy is safe when properly applied, cost-effective, and sometimes surprisingly effective for some of the most stubborn cases.
Read MoreEndometriosis is a chronic pain condition, which in 2009 was estimated to impact more than 344,000 women in Canada. This number of cases was reflective only of surgically confirmed cases, and many more women experience…
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