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What is Nutrigenomics?
Nutrigenomics is the study of the relationship between our genes, nutrition, and health. Looking at your genetic traits can provide information on the way your body breaks down and uses nutrients and can inform your health decisions. Have you ever wondered why your...
Should I Be Eating Gluten Free?
Before I answer the question about who should eat a gluten free diet. Let’s discuss what gluten is and why it gets so much attention. Gluten describes the proteins that are found in wheat, rye, and barley. Gluten is often added to foods to modify the texture,...
Environmental Toxins
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my website terms. Health is more than what eat and the exercise we do. The toxins we are exposed to daily can also have a significant impact on our health. Toxins are found in the air we breathe, the water we drink,...
What is Functional Medicine?
Functional Medicine is an approach to health that considers the root cause of the symptoms and looks at each patient as an individual, considering their genetic, environmental and lifestyle factors. This allows for a very personalized treatment plan to facilitate...
The Sunshine Vitamin
The Sunshine Vitamin Vitamin D, sometimes referred to as the sunshine vitamin, is responsible for many functions in the body and is obtained through diet and exposure to the sun. If you spend most of your time indoors or live in the northern part of the country, you...
Caregiver Health
A caregiver is defined as anyone who gives help to someone in need of care. This can include an ill spouse, an aging parent, or child with special needs, among others. Most caregivers are unpaid family or friends providing full-time or part-time care. It is...
Immune Support
Immune Support How can you support your immune system to fight colds, flu, and COVID-19? Natural approaches to boosting immunity include exercise, diet, and sleep. Consistent physical activity has anti-inflammatory effects and may slow the age-related decline in...
Transitions of Care
A transition of care is defined as a patient moving from one level of care to another, such as from a hospital to home or long-term care setting. During these transitions’ patients may be vulnerable and more likely to experience medication errors. Reports indicate...
What is Polypharmacy?
Polypharmacy is a term that you may have heard in the medical community and is a growing concern as the use of chronic medications increases. Polypharmacy is typically considered taking at least five routine medications per day, with older adults making up the...
Medication Safety
Medication Safety Adverse Drug Events are responsible for nearly 700,000 emergency room visits and 100,00 hospitalizations each year. There are steps you can take at home to avoid medication errors. The Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) has a consumer...