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Causes of IBS: Allergies, Sensitivities and Autoimmune Reactions

November 11, 2015 0 Comments
Causes of IBS: Allergies, Sensitivities and Autoimmune Reactions

Classic allergy reactions called IgE (immunoglobulin E) can occur under a variety of circumstances and are usually swift, obvious and can cause potentially life-threatening to somewhat debilitating symptoms —“ shock and awe” symptoms. The sudden reaction is triggered by the IgE antibody binding to the offending object triggering a histamine response, which is the cause […]

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Two Gut Organisms: A Destructive Co-Dependent Relationship

October 22, 2015 0 Comments
Two Gut Organisms: A Destructive Co-Dependent Relationship

Balance of bacteria and organisms in your gut matters more than you may think. When the bacteria are out of balance you may experience symptoms such as bloating, cramping, gas, belching, constipation and diarrhea. There are two types of organisms in the gut. One group is bacteria, the other is an archaea—a one-celled organism like […]

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Common Causes of IBS: SIBO

October 13, 2015 0 Comments
Common Causes of IBS: SIBO

Statistics show that at some point, nearly 75 percent of women will be diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome at some point in their lives. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder that affects the intestines and causes symptoms such as cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea, and constipation. Symptoms of IBS often occur when bacteria […]

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Be Well launching events in October

October 8, 2015 0 Comments
Be Well launching events in October

The Be Well Membership is re-vamped, re-created and re-designed  just for YOU!! Self-care may not sound sexy but it’s essential and a priority for quality living, well-being and your health. We have re-vamped our Be Well...

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Part 4: Supplementing MTHFR: It’s About More than Folate

September 30, 2015 0 Comments
Part 4: Supplementing MTHFR: It’s About More than Folate

Managing MTHFR is complex as every individual is unique. The type and number of MTHFR mutations greatly affects the approach to care and the outcome of care.  Treatment should optimize the production of methyl groups while decreasing the overall depletion. Genetics cannot be changed, but how genes behave can be altered with a comprehensive diet and […]

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What the MTHFR? Part 3: How to Test for the MTHFR Gene Mutation

September 23, 2015 0 Comments
What the MTHFR? Part 3: How to Test for the MTHFR Gene Mutation

An estimated 50 percent of the population has some type of MTHFR mutation that can cause health conditions ranging from cardiovascular problems, to neurologic disorders, and systemic conditions such as nausea, hair loss, immune dysfunction, and some cancers. How do you know if you carry on of the more than 40 known variants of the […]

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What the MTHFR? How you metabolize B-Vitamins may impact more than your energy.

September 17, 2015 0 Comments
What the MTHFR? How you metabolize B-Vitamins may impact more than your energy.

Part 1: What is MTHFR and what does it do? Methylenetetrahydrofolate Reductase Gene Mutation–that’s a mouth full! Genetics determine more than the color of your eyes. As we learned in the previous series, genetics can affect your health in a number of ways. The MTHFR gene mutation (a fairly common genetic variant) can be a […]

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What the MTHFR? Part 2: Signs and Symptoms of MTHFR Gene Mutation

September 9, 2015 0 Comments
What the MTHFR?  Part 2: Signs and Symptoms of MTHFR Gene Mutation

The MTHFR gene mutation is a common genetic variant that can cause a number of health conditions, including birth defects, neurological disorders, and some cancers. MTHFR adds a methyl group to folic acid, making it usable by the body. An estimated 50 percent of the population has some type of MTHFR mutation (at least 40 […]

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What the MTHFR? How you metabolize B-Vitamins may impact more than your energy.

September 2, 2015 0 Comments
What the MTHFR? How you metabolize B-Vitamins may impact more than your energy.

Part 1: What is MTHFR and what does it do? Methylenetetrahydrofolate Reductase Gene Mutation–that’s a mouth full! Genetics determine more than the color of your eyes. As we learned in the previous series, genetics can affect your health in a number of ways. The MTHFR gene mutation (a fairly common genetic variant) can be a […]

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