Dr. Erica Zelfand
Fighting Fatty Liver, Part 2 of 2
Clinically studied botanicals and nutrients for the treatment of fatty liver disease As discussed in Fighting Fatty Liver, Part 1 of 2, the progression of NAFLD is influenced by insulin resistance, fat accumulation in the liver, intestinal imbalance, and inflammation/oxidative stress. Strategies to prevent and resolve NAFLD must therefore not only target the liver,…
Fighting Fatty Liver, Part 1 of 2
How the gut, microbes, inflammation, and diet affect the liver, and what to do about it The fatty liver epidemic Sedentary lifestyles, nutrient-poor diets, chemical exposures, and an excess of sugar and refined foods are wreaking havoc on and in our bodies more than ever before. And the effects aren’t just cosmetic – beyond…
Mushrooms for Whole Immune Support
The profound response of the human immune system to mushrooms Living in the Pacific Northwest, I often find myself staring up at the grey sky, wondering, “What’s good about all this rain?” As my eyes scan my surroundings and take in the lush, green foliage of the region, it doesn’t take long for the…
Flipping the Script on Happiness
Success doesn’t make us happy, but it turns out happiness makes us successful. And the key to happiness? Is gratitude. “Why do you waste your time studying happiness at Harvard? What does a Harvard student possibly have to be unhappy about?” It’s a question that psychologist Shawn Achor hears a lot.[1] And it’s likely…
Glandulars: A Key Therapy in Resolving Fatigue?
Restorative therapies from the animal kingdom for advanced thyroid and adrenal support The many causes of fatigue There’s usually no one “magic bullet” cure for fatigue. This is likely because there is usually no one consistent cause. Fatigue can arise from disrupted sleep patterns, infections, blood sugar imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, allergies, or air pollution….
The Probiotic-Cholesterol Connection
How a specific strain of Lactobacillus reuteri, NCIMB 30242, supports cardiovascular health The relationship between increasing levels of LDL-cholesterol (LDL-C) and the risk of coronary artery disease (CAD) has long been established.[1] With CAD on the rise – not to mention the chest pain and heart attacks it can lead to – the importance…
Sturdy Joints and Glowing Skin
Hydrolyzed collagen and hyaluronic acid for joint and skin health Collagen: the protein that holds us together. Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body, important for the integrity and health of our skin, hair, bones, tendons, ligaments, and cartilage. It isn’t merely a metaphor to say collagen holds us together; 75 to…
The Beauty of “Beasty Bits”
Glandular products for advanced support What is Glandular Therapy? When it comes to the matter of the endocrine glands and the hormones they produce, modern medicine has done well in isolating and synthesizing in the lab the very hormones we produce in our bodies. Whether it’s the insulin injected by a Type I diabetic,…
Shining Light on Seasonal Depression
Natural approaches to overcoming seasonal affective disorder (SAD) As charming as I found the quad of the University in the summer, the winter semesters at my alma mater were brutal. It was cold. It was dark. It was damp. Many of my classmates looked ashen, tired, and miserable. In those dark Canadian winters I…
Herbs to Help You Adapt During Times of Stress
Herbs from around the world to help with stress, fatigue, and the chaos of life “What doesn’t bend breaks,” as the saying goes, and the degree to which we are expected to “bend” is ever increasing. Our ability to stay focused, adaptable, and calm is of the essence in our fast-paced, outcome-oriented culture. Although…
PMS Relief: Master Your Hormones
Nutrients from broccoli, berries, and beyond deliver hormone-balancing action What is PMS? Whether it’s a sore back or shorter fuse, a lower energy level or a bigger bra size, a migraine or an upset belly, many women can tell when “that time of the month” is near. And those suffering from premenstrual syndrome (PMS)…
Connective Tissue Support, from Skin to Joint
How connective tissue nutrients support many aspects of health Many of us have experienced the tough, rubbery cartilage found at the end of a chicken drumstick and thought little, if anything, of its nutritive value. Yet the nutrients found in cartilage – namely collagen and proteoglycans – have much to offer us with respect…
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