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Foods & Herbs that help fight Allergies Naturally by Dr. King in Pasadena, CA

March 24th, 2012

There are many naturally-occurring plant compounds called phytonutrients that assist with allergies. The main ones include: anthocyanin, curcumin, hesperetin, and quercetin in your diet. Below you’ll find common food sources for each. Of course, if you have a food allergy or sensitivity to one of the sources indicated, avoid that food.

Eat Foods Rich in Anthocyanins

The phytonutrient group known as anthocyanins give foods their purplish-red color. They have natural anti-inflammatory properties. Anthocyanins are found in most dark red and purple-colored foods. Some food sources include:  beets, berries, cherries, and dark purple and red grapes.

Eat Curries to Benefit from Anti-Inflammatory Curcumin

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a yellow-colored spice commonly found in Indian curries. It contains the active ingredient curcumin, which is a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory substance. Research has shown that ingesting 1200 mg of curcumin daily can have the same effect as anti-inflammatory drugs. You’d need to supplement to obtain that dose; however, you can also add fresh or dried turmeric to many foods: soups, curries, stews, salad dressings, etc. Be sure to avoid dairy-based curries or you’ll be undermining many of the anti-inflammatory benefits of turmeric since dairy products are mucous-forming.  For those that have allergy issues avoiding dairy products in general is recommended.

Hesperetin/Hesperidin for Hay Fever

Hesperetin and hesperidin are almost identical except that the latter is bound to a sugar molecule. Research shows that these potent phytonutrients have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticarcinogenic, and cholesterol-lowering actions, and also protect blood vessels against damage. These are just some of the therapeutic side-effects of hesperidin. Hesperidin is also beneficial for allergies and hay fever because of its antihistamine properties. Green vegetables are a source of hesperidin / hesperetin.  You can also find them in their highest concentration in citrus fruits like lemons and oranges, especially the white part, or pith. Of course, avoid citrus fruits if you suspect that you are sensitive to them.

Take Quercetin to Quell Allergy Symptoms

Quercetin is an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-histamine phytonutrient. Research shows that eating a quercetin-rich diet lowers LDL (harmful) cholesterol, blood pressure, and risk of heart disease, as well as the risk of prostate, colon, ovarian, breast, gastric, prostate, and cervical cancers. These are great beneficial side-effects but we’re interested in its ability to help allergy symptoms and to improve lung function. Apples and onions are excellent sources of quercetin.  Some studies show that people who eat a lot of apples have improved lung function and reduced risk of lung conditions. Other good sources include: berries, cabbage, cauliflower, nuts (not peanuts), and black, green, or white tea.

It is frequently beneficial to take quercetin in a supplement form to assist with the histamine-induced sinus congestion, runny eyes or nose, or other allergy symptoms. The food sources of this nutrient are helpful but when you’re experiencing full-blown allergies, you may need higher doses of this anti-histamine-type nutrient to combat uncomfortable symptoms. Most quercetin supplements also contain the enzyme bromelain, which is an excellent anti-allergy combination. Most people find relief from taking 400 milligrams of quercetin twice daily.

* The content of this email and any associated web site has not been evaluated by the FDA, is not intended to treat, diagnose, cure or prevent any disease and is provided for educational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you have regarding a medical condition, and before undertaking any diet, exercise or other health program.
All the best for amazing health – Dr. Stephanie M King

Estrogen Dominance, Perimenopause & Menopause by Dr. King in San Marino, Ca

March 24th, 2012

Estrogen often gets a bad rap in the hormone world — Women hear that too much estrogen causes breast disease, and too little causes everything from hot flashes to hair loss in menopause. I also hear from many women with concerns about “estrogen dominance” — a state of high estrogen levels blamed for a wide range of distressing symptoms as well as fibroids, endometriosis, hypothyroidism and breast cancer, too.

It is true that excessive estrogen can lead to problems, it’s a little more complicated than simply “too much estrogen.” To manage all your symptoms, it’s important to understand how your individual estrogen levels are related to your other hormones — particularly progesterone and testosterone. For example:

• Are your estrogen levels holding steady in perimenopause, while your progesterone levels are plummeting?
• Have your estrogen and testosterone levels been well above normal reference ranges, while progesterone has always been low?
• Or, are you adding extra estrogen unknowingly through certain lifestyle choices?

Each of these common scenarios — and many others — can create imbalance between the ratio of estrogen to other hormones and lead to problematic symptoms.

The good news is that by better understanding what underlies estrogen imbalance, you can determine your best natural options for feeling better. Let’s take a closer look.

Why estrogen dominance is about progesterone and testosterone, too

A healthy woman’s body maintains appropriate ratios of estrogens, progesterone, and testosterone throughout life. A complex set of feedback loops determines how much or little of each hormone is being made at any one time. This ongoing communication takes place between the brain, the ovaries, and the adrenal glands, acting in concert with all your other bodily systems.

That’s why we use the phrase hormonal balance when we talk about “normal” ratios of hormones. But hormonal balance doesn’t mean a steady-state, equal balance — like the scales of justice or a perfectly balanced see-saw — but a dynamic equilibrium. Within this dynamic there are reference ranges. When your hormones fluctuate outside of these ranges, that’s when you are most likely to experience symptoms.

Fluctuations in estrogen can have dramatic effects on how we feel, think, and function. Compared to other hormones, estrogen is very tightly regulated by the body, and it’s more powerful in smaller amounts than other steroid hormones. Even tiny changes in estrogen levels can cause symptoms.

When ratios aren’t normal:

Keep in mind that your hormones are continually changing — even on a moment-to-moment basis. Diet and lifestyle have a tremendous effect upon your entire neuroendocrine (brain-hormone) system — and directly impact your estrogen and overall hormonal balance. So do your genes, which influence not just how your body produces hormones, but how it responds to them.

Scenario 1: Adding estrogen through lifestyle

What could she do to help her symptoms?

A daily, top-notch multivitamin–mineral complex could help a women get more B-complex vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids — nutrients that favor proper energy regulation and estrogen metabolism. This in turn will help improve her sleep, decrease her cravings, and reduce the fatigue, irritability, and anxiety she experiences.

Female age 23, is in her last year of college — squeezing in every party while still keeping her 4.0 average. Lately, she’s felt fatigued, anxious, and tense just before her period, and her irritability quotient is off the chart. She’s had these problems since puberty, but they’ve gotten much worse in college.

What’s happening? Many women unknowingly alter their estrogen metabolism through lifestyle choices. Kylie’s social drinking is moderate, but she regularly burns the candle at both ends and relies on a caffeine fix the next day. And her college-student diet of fast food isn’t helping. All these factors could be slowing her liver’s capacity to metabolize estrogen, and Kylie could also be lacking key nutrients.

Scenario 2: Plummeting progesterone in perimenopause

What could she do to help her symptoms?

Women with plummeting progesterone in perimenopause have several natural options to consider. A good place to start is with an endocrine-balancing phytotherapeutic formulation, especially effective along with dietary and lifestyle changes.

 

Female, 46, has had occasional menstrual migraines for years, but now she’s experiencing unpredictable and extremely heavy periods, too. An ultrasound revealed she has a large uterine fibroid. Her practitioner is recommending a hysterectomy, but she is looking for a less invasive alternative.

What’s happening? A sharp decline in progesterone right before your period can trigger a menstrual migraine. And if it occurs when your estrogen is also declining (which is common at this age), the drop-off can lead to erratic or excessive bleeding. Also, the relative abundance of estrogen in comparison to progesterone can support development of uterine fibroids.

No matter what your age or individual levels of hormones, there are ways to give your body the natural support it needs to build better hormonal health. For most women, a combination approach works beautifully.

The use of a well-balanced botanical formulation such as our Herbal Equilibrium is most effective when combined with nutritional and lifestyle modifications.

Dietary and lifestyle changes. Lifestyle is a critical factor in the production and storage of estrogen, progesterone and testosterone to support hormonal balance. Here are four simple elements to start with today.

• Limit exposure to xenoestrogens. Choose organic foods when possible, and wash your produce. If you include animal foods in your diet, select those that were sustainably raised without hormones and harmful chemicals. Avoid plastics for heating or storing food, and limit body care and cleaning products to those with all-natural ingredients.
• Eat a natural, plant-based diet. Eating lots of vegetables provides fiber, which feeds the beneficial flora in your intestines, which help you metabolize your hormones the way Mother Nature intended. Plant foods also provide your body with phytoestrogens, which protect your body from damaging xenoestrogens. Good choices include legumes, licorice, yams, and anything in the broccoli/cabbage family. Foods to avoid include those made with refined flours, sugars, partially hydrogenated fats, and artificial ingredients.
• Restore balance with supplements. I generally recommend high-quality daily nutritional supplements to help restore a woman’s hormonal balance. Because they work as molecular messengers, nutrients such as B-vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids can help increase your body’s ability to balance its hormone ratios.
• Manage stress levels. Most women have skipped a period or two while under stress—one obvious effect of stress on our hormonal cycles. In relation to estrogen dominance, one theory is that stress fuels chronically high levels of adrenaline and cortisol, stress hormones known to alter the feedback loops regulating our sex hormones.

Even with this type of support, there are still many women whose bodies produce an abundance of estrogen. These women may continue to experience symptoms and conditions associated with estrogen dominance. Such women may find dramatic improvement by adding bioidentical progesterone. If this describes you, then it’s probably worthwhile to talk to your practitioner.

For symptoms of estrogen dominance — PMS, digestive issues, moodiness and more, our Personal Program can help — a lot.

Hormonal balance is your body’s normal state when you feel and look your best. Thousands of women aren’t able to enjoy the benefits of balance due to symptoms caused by rollercoaster hormone levels. If you’re ready to feel better, our Personal Program can relieve the hormonal symptoms of PMS and menopause naturally, using Bio-Identicals as needed, nutritional supplementation, endocrine support, and lifestyle adjustments.

* The content of this email and any associated web site has not been evaluated by the FDA, is not intended to treat, diagnose, cure or prevent any disease and is provided for educational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you have regarding a medical condition, and before undertaking any diet, exercise or other health program.
Dr. Stephanie M King

Foods to Boost Your Fat Burning Potential by Dr. King in Pasadena, CA

March 24th, 2012

Food can be your best friend when you’re trying to lose weight if you learn to chose the right foods. Here are some great choices to boost your body’s fat-burning potential and give you good nutrition throughout the day:

Oats
Wait a minute; aren’t oats a carb? Yes and no. Oats are a whole grain, and they’re high on what nutritionists call the “satiety index,” meaning oats have tremendous power to make you feel full. Not only that, they’re also high in soluble fiber, so they cut cholesterol and blood fat. Oats digest slowly, so they don’t raise your blood sugar, and they keep you feeling filled up well into the late morning. Old-fashioned steel-cut and rolled oats, with up to 5 grams of fiber per serving, are best, add some flax and cinnamon and you have a very well rounded breakfast that keeps you satisfied all morning.

Eggs
Nutritionists have been trying for some years to restore the reputation of the lowly egg. No longer thought to be a cholesterol-booster (eggs contain a different type of cholesterol than that in humans), eggs are a concentrated form of animal protein without the added fat that comes with meat. Dietary studies have repeatedly found that when people eat an egg every morning in addition to (or instead of) toast or cereal, they lose twice as much weight as those who eat a breakfast that’s dominated by carbs. I encourage patients to add in vegetables to have a more filling breakfast so my preference is a vegetable omelet for good protein and fiber and a filling breakfast.

Apples
To keep the pounds at bay, eat an apple–or two–a day. Numerous studies have found that eating an apple a half hour to an hour before a meal has the result of cutting the calories of the meal. Why? The fiber in the apple makes you feel full, so you eat less. Recent research suggests eating apples has other benefits, too; the antioxidants in apples appear to prevent metabolic syndrome, the combination of high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and prediabetes that tends to accompany thickening around the waist. Also, apples are high in pectin, which binds with water and limits the amount of fat your cells can absorb.

Cinnamon
This simple spice appears to have the power to help your body metabolize sugar, according to surprising data that came out of a USDA study involving diabetics. Eating as little as 1/4 to 2 teaspoons of cinnamon a day was found to reduce blood sugar levels and cut cholesterol from 10 to 25 percent. So add cinnamon to smoothies, sprinkle it on your oatmeal, or flavor your tea or coffee with it.

Almonds and Almond Butter
Another counterintuitive choice; aren’t nuts and nut butters supposed to be incredibly fattening? Well, almonds are calorie-dense, but they also pack a huge nutritional punch–and they’re particularly effective in counteracting cholesterol and triglycerides. One study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that eating almonds was as effective as taking a statin. Spreading almond butter on your morning toast gives you a nice protein boost while preventing the carbs in the toast from spiking your blood sugar.

* The content of this email and any associated web site has not been evaluated by the FDA, is not intended to treat, diagnose, cure or prevent any disease and is provided for educational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you have regarding a medical condition, and before undertaking any diet, exercise or other health program.
All the best for amazing health – Dr. Stephanie M King

Natural Hormone Therapy Supporting Hormone Imbalances with Dr. King in Pasadena, CA

March 17th, 2012

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ZERONA WEIGHT LOSS WITH DR. KING IN PASADENA, CA

March 17th, 2012

Unlike invasive weight loss surgery, ZERONA® is applied externally. This revolutionary method provides results  while at the same time allowing patients to remain active during treatment. The ZERONA® protocol utilizes Erchonia®’s patented and clinically provenlow-level laser technology.

Voluminous adipose tissue can appear when fatty material is present, and this, in turn, can bring about enlarged subcutaneous fat regions. Because subcutaneous fat is close to the skin’s surface, laser emulsification can have a dramatic effect. The collapse of adipose arrangements have been noted after laser therapy, reducing their volume and providing effective body contouring results.

ZERONA® works by utilizing the Erchonia® Laser Scanner, which is also FDA market cleared for laser assisted liposuction. The Laser Scanner allows for the emulsification of adipose tissue, which releases into the interstitial space. This is basically just empty space present in the body between cells. The excess fat is then passed through the body during its normal course of detoxification. As with many other cold laser or low-level laser treatments, this procedure simply stimulates natural bodily reactions, meaning it is natural and harmless.

The Zerona was proven through a double-blind, randomized, multi-site, and placebo-controlled study in which patients, on average, lost 3.64 inches from their waist, hips, and thighs. This result is dramatic compared to the placebo group, which only lost an average of half an inch.

Good Foods to Eat to help with Perimenopause and Hormone Balance by Dr. King in Pasadena, CA

March 17th, 2012

Today we are hearing more and more about women reporting very intense symptoms including hot flashes, menstrual irregularity, sleep problems, bone density loss, changing cholesterol levels, mood changes, decreasing fertility, vaginal dryness, pain during intercourse, decreased libido and increases urinary tract infections.

Women refer to these symptom as perimenopausal symptoms since they start before our periods actually stop.  While each person’s experience is a little different there is one foundational suggestion that always improves some of the symptoms. And is always a focus of what we work with at our clinic with women at the perimenopausal, menopausal and even young adult PMS stage of life.

What we put in our mouth can have a strong impact on hormonal symptoms particularily perimenopausal symptoms. In general, increasing the amount of foods that come from plant sources help to balance out symptoms.

All plant-based foods — fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, beans and legumes — have fiber. Fiber binds to excess cholesterol and excess estrogen in the body. Often during this stage women can become what we refer to as “estrogen dominant”.

Foods that contain isoflavones, soy, whole grains and beans may help reduce some menopausal symptoms and lower cholesterol levels. I recommend increasing the number of plant-based food until you are eating a combination of at least 10 servings every day.

If you are eating more plant foods it becomes easy to reduce foods that are high in fat. High-fat foods are not healthy for you because they raise the cholesterol levels and increase the heart disease as well.

We women may benefit from supplements to help build healthy bones and iron. Minerals found in our bone matrix along with other iron can be affected during this phase of life. During perimenopause and menopause the chemical changes in the body can cause bone density to decrease.

Foods that are high in bone building materials are dark green leafy vegetables, spirulina, clams, sardines, broccoli, legumes and nuts. Iron levels may be impacted especially if women are having heavy bleeding. To replenish iron stores (always due a lab test to check first) eat red meat, poultry, fish, eggs, green leafy vegetables, and nuts — add vitamin C rich foods or the supplement to aid absorption.

If you are eating processed foods make sure to read the labels of what is found in the foods. Be especially diligent about looking for the amounts of salt and sugar which increase perimenopausal symptoms.

Foods that are known to have high amounts of salt are smoked meats, canned soups and canned foods. Sugar can be hidden in marinades, salad dressing, spaghetti sauces and products found in jars and cans, peanut butters, and baked goods, candy, cereals, protein bars, and ketchup, just to name a few.

Eating healthy is important during our transition to menopause and it helps create a healthy weight. I recommend that women maintain a healthy weight because extra fat in the body produces excess estrogen that creates an imbalance in our female hormones.

This imbalance makes perimenopausal symptoms much worse. So dropping the extra weight can normalize or alleviate symptoms all together.

Finally drink plenty of water every day. Water is one of the most important for normal body processing and getting rid of toxins from the body.

When it comes to food, cooking, shopping ideas and saving money on food we always have great ideas to share with one another. Perimenopausal symptoms can be reduced or relieve through the foods we eat and practical solutions about how to incorporate them into every day life.

There are many supportive supplements and nutrients as well talking with your natural health care provider can point you in the right direction. It is important to work with someone who can develop a program that is specific for your body. But you can easily start with good food choices.

All the best for amazing great health,

Dr. Stephanie King

“The content of this blog and any associated web site has not been evaluated by the FDA, is not intended to treat, diagnose, cure or prevent any disease and is provided for educational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you have regarding a medical condition, and before undertaking any diet, exercise or other health program.”

Top Items to KEEP OFF Your HEALTHY SALADS by Dr. King in Pasadena, CA

March 17th, 2012

Salads are often seen as the ideal choice for healthy eating. But just because something is a salad doesn’t mean it’s all that nutritious. Case in point, though this is obviously an extreme example, there are dozens of  salads at your favorite restaurants that have more calories than a Burger King Whopper! There are many ways to ruin your diet with a salad. Here are some tips for avoiding the worst choices:

1. Croutons

Nope, no nutritional value here — so why bother with adding them on to your otherwise healthy salad?

Average Calories Per Serving: 100  try adding delicious flax or chia seeds instead or if you need a protein kick add beans or some nuts which are far more healthier calories them “empty croutons”.

2. Cheese (Lots of It!)

When used sparingly, as a garnish is you must have for flavor. But don’t compensate for an otherwise bland salad by piling on the yellow stuff better to have the white version like feta or goats cheese if at all. But I vote for avoiding altogether for a far healthier salad.

3. Pita Bread

Often coated with butter and/or oil at restaurants, pita bread can pack in a lot of unnecessary calories.

Average Calories Per Serving: 300

4. Calorie-Packed Salad Dressings

It’s amazing how many calories are hidden in dressings — drenching a salad in ranch or thousand island can add a couple hundred calories to your meal! Not to mention allot of very unhealthy ingredients which defeats the purpose of this healthy salad mixing in your body with all these toxic ingredients.

Average Calories Per Serving (for ranch dressing): 73 calories/tablespoon

Try This Instead: Lighter dressings like Italian or Greek. I personally go for oil and vinegar or salsa which is a far cleaner option or fresh squeeze lemon so I can enjoy the taste of the salad.

5. Processed Meats

This should probably go without saying, but adding processed & fried meats like bacon bits, ham and fried chicken is not a good idea. These calorie bombs are high in fat, cholesterol and all sorts of other things you don’t want. Same goes for fried meats. You are getting not only chemicals like nitrites, omega 6 oils, high amounts of fat you are not truly getting the benefits of the healthy salad you ordered.

Average Calories Per Serving: Varies, but it’s not pretty.

Try This Instead: grilled chicken or salmon. For a vegan option, try grilled tempeh!

Though it’s certainly fun to have an edible bowl, tortilla bowls rack up the calories and don’t offer much in return.

Average Calories Per Serving: 170

Try This Instead: eating the inside and skipping the bowl or ask them to serve the inside on a bed of romaine which is a far healthier option.

Perimenpause & Menopausal Weight Gain -You can change it by Dr. King in San Marino, CA

February 26th, 2012

Perimenopause weight gain

As many women enter perimenopause or approach menopause, they find themselves experiencing unexplained weight gain while eating the exact same foods or even decreasing there food intake and adding more exercise — especially around the waists and hips —. Usually the methods of weight management that worked in the past are suddenly ineffective. In fact, weight gain in the abdomen is one of the most common complaints of perimenopausal women it’s that role around the middle or the back fat that shows up from nowhere. Yet most women have been told that an extra 10–20 pounds is simply part of the aging process that they can simply do nothing about.

But that’s not true! There is no reason why you should settle for anything at this stage of your life, let alone weight gain. Sure, things may get a little more complicated during perimenopause and it may be more of a challenge. Hormonal fluctuations, many years of exposure to toxins, and your body’s natural ability for retaining bad estrogen–producing fat cells at this time can result in some extra weight. But it doesn’t mean you’re stuck with it. It all has to do with re-balancing what is no longer balanced and finding what works for your body and the supports you need to get you back to that correct metabolic balance.

Menopause weight gain

The same metabolic set point holds true for your post-menopausal body as it did before “the change.” Menopause weight gain is just another symptom resulting from your system being out of balance. To restore balance, you need to figure out what is going on at the core of your physiology and emotions.

One of the many joys of menopause is the stripping away of the masking effects of estrogen. While this process may cause some symptoms, it becomes much easier to get a handle on what’s not functioning well for you. Many patients have conditions such as insulin resistance or adrenal fatigue that have been developing for a long time, but it is only after estrogen levels dip that they are able to notice the symptoms — and make the necessary changes to fix them. Often times we are lucky and begin to catch these conditions early but more then likely we are finding these symptoms while the menopausal symptoms break through.

Why does menopause weight gain occur so universally for women? It depends on the individual, but there are a few causes that are very common. Your fat cells and your hormones are part of a system-wide biofeedback network that orchestrates your appetite, metabolism, heat regulation, digestion, and detoxification. Any chronic disturbance in the crosstalk among systems has the potential to cause weight gain (and a host of other menopausal symptoms, like hot flashes and food cravings).

The best way to correct your body is to find out what is out of balance re-establish that balance and your metabolism along with your entire endocrine system begins to work in sync again. It’s important to find someone who is familiar with looking at the whole body and not just one symptom. But more important is you do not have to live out of balance you can restore your system again and look and feel amazing.

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February 26th, 2012

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Natural Tips for Psoriasis by Dr. Stephanie King in Pasadena, CA

February 26th, 2012

Over fifteen percent of the population is affected by these skin conditions and drugs offer little, if any, help in most cases.  Most scientists and doctors are mystified by what causes skin conditions such as Psoriasis or Eczema. Natural medicine theories include: poor diet, food allergies or sensitivities endocrine imbalances; deficiencies in essential fatty acids and fiber; digestive difficulties, especially with protein; Candida albicans overgrowth; deficiency vitamins and essential fatty acids; or poor liver function or toxic buildup.

Here’s some natural tips to help:

JUICING:
Drink more fresh vegetable juices. Because they are easy to digest, their nutrients are readily absorbed by the body and they encourage gentle detoxification.  I encourage people to add beet and parsley to the blend as these specifically detoxify the liver. A blend of Kale, Carrot, beet, parsley and apple can taste quite good.

AVOID POTENTIAL ALLERGENS:
Dairy products, sugar, chocolate, and citrus fruits are also common culprits that should be avoided. Because alcohol often causes flare-ups, it is important to eliminate it as well.

ADD ALOE:
In addition to being a natural and gentle colon cleanse, aloe vera juice taken internally can be helpful for healing skin disorders like psoriasis. It also helps to heal the intestines, lessening chances of reinfection from Candida or other microbes. Drink about a quarter cup of aloe vera juice, twice daily. Avoid if you are pregnant or lactating.

ADD ESSENTIAL FATTY ACIDS:
Supplement your diet with increased amounts of essential fatty acids, particularly Omega 3s, which are found in wild salmon, flaxseeds, chia seeds and raw walnuts. Adding about 1 tablespoon of ground flax or chia seeds plus Omega 3 fish oil is a good start.

DIGESTION
Lessen the amount of animal protein you are eating which is highly acidic and supplement with a full-spectrum digestive enzyme formula with every meal to aid digestion and to increase the absorption of nutrients from your meals. This also helps with food sensitivities and allergies. Add a good high potency probiotic with as well to your daily regimen.

EAT WHOLE UNREFINED UNPROCESSED FOODS
Eat a whole foods diet consisting primarily of vegetables, fruit, nuts, seeds, and unprocessed grains, making sure to eat protein foods like beans, raw nuts and seeds at every meal to stabilize blood sugar levels. Avoid processed and packaged foods containing colors, flavors, and preservatives.

The content of this blog and any associated web site has not been evaluated by the FDA, is not intended to treat, diagnose, cure or prevent any disease and is provided for educational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you have regarding a medical condition, and before undertaking any diet, exercise or other health program.
Dr. Stephanie M King