Month: February 2014

  • Breast Health

       Proper diet and nutrition, exercise, assessment of risk factors and screening with mammograms and self-exams are all important for breast health. Research shows that a woman who is over 40, or whose mother or sister has had breast cancer, may be at greater risk, but this does not mean the woman will develop breast…

  • The Power of Probiotics

       Probiotics are live organisms that, when ingested in adequate amounts, provide a health benefit to the person who consumes them.  The most commonly used probiotics are lactobacilli, bifidobacteria and non-disease-causing yeasts such as Saccharomyces boulardii. Products labeled as “probiotics” are now widely available; however some may not contain sufficient live organisms to convey a health benefit due…

  • Eczema and Psoriasis Help

          One of the body’s initial responses to stress is the release of hormones such cortisol that initially help a person to react or adapt to a stressful situation. High levels of cortisol can also lead to exacerbation of skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema. We are here to help! Treatments for…