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Why am I sensitive to certain foods?

What is happening to me? Now I am sensitive to foods! Finally, the body is trying to tell you what foods are harmful, the signal is getting louder, and you are hearing it! These symptoms are truly blessings in disguise. As you may know, trying to figure out exactly which foods are bothering you can be maddening. Everyone has 1 or more food intolerances, and have had them since birth. Many of us don't ever notice symptoms, others notice and patch the symptoms with medications. In recent years, with the surge of gluten intolerance, the idea of food intolerances is becoming more popular, so [...]

Why am I sensitive to certain foods?Wendy Wells2014-06-28T01:41:25+00:00

The Science behind Raspberry Ketones

Who can resist the beauty of a red raspberry? Their aroma is just as nice. And what an amazing discovery, the power of the ketone molecule in that aroma! Raspberry ketones are very small molecules called "phenols". They are found in raspberries, and also cranberries, blackberries, and anise. Here is a little bit of the science behind the miracle of raspberry ketones. Studies show Raspberry Ketones (RK) increase the breakdown of fat tissue directly with these two methods: Increasing the secretion of adiponectin in fat cells Increasing norepinephrine induced hormone-sensitive lipase (HSL) Adiponectin is a hormone secreted by fat cells. It [...]

The Science behind Raspberry KetonesWendy Wells2014-06-14T23:28:21+00:00

Detox and lose weight with the far infrared sauna

Our world is full of toxic chemicals. Never before have such large numbers of people been exposed daily to chemicals from building materials, home furnishings, food additives, solvents, pesticides, insecticides, heavy metals, phenols, formaldehyde, BPA's, PCB;s and VOC's. These are found in hundreds of products we touch every day. The problem is that these toxins accumulate in the body, commonly in the adipose or fat tissue, and eventually make us sick. Toxins in the body are known to be part of the underlying cause of the following conditions. Ever wonder if you are toxic? Take the Toxicity Questionnaire and [...]

Detox and lose weight with the far infrared saunaWendy Wells2014-06-03T02:32:25+00:00

Do I need to detox?

The most comprehensive study to date looked at a much smaller number of persons (9) for the presence of 210 different chemicals. Remarkable, in total, all subjects carried the following chemicals: 76 chemicals linked to cancer in humans or animals, 94 chemicals that are toxic to the brain/nervous system, 86 chemicals that interfere with the hormone system, 79 chemicals associated with birth defects, 77 chemicals toxic to the reproductive system, 77 chemicals toxic to the immune system The burden of chemicals that we all appear to be carrying: Heavy metals (lead, cadmium, arsenic, mercury from foods, coal electric plants, [...]

Do I need to detox?Wendy Wells2014-05-13T01:44:57+00:00

Why can’t I lose weight?

Often I am faced with patients who desperately want to let go of extra pounds, but just can't seem to do it. Bless their hearts, they have tried every diet, every strategy, exercised 2 hours per day and don't lose a pound. Fortunately, when looking at these patients through the lens of naturopathic medicine, I can help. Each person is unique. Each has a different reason. Today I would like to share with you how I look for underlying causes of weight challenges. First, one must check for hormone imbalances. Suboptimal hormones can put you in a "freeze zone" [...]

Why can’t I lose weight?Wendy Wells2014-05-13T01:33:39+00:00

Brain health and exercise, new research

We know this is true, we feel it in our body and mind. After exercise, we feel better! Our mood improves and our attitude is more positive. But what is actually happening? It’s not just about more blood flow, serotonin and endorphins. Recent research from Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago shows that stem cells are "turned on" when we exercise our bodies. Stem cells are the cells that stimulate new growth. The conclusion is that exercise stimulates neurogenesis or the making of new nerve cells. It can happen at any age, but the most significant time is [...]

Brain health and exercise, new researchWendy Wells2014-05-11T17:53:37+00:00

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