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Health: You May be Magnesium Deficient.
Ask the Doctor: Question: I have a hard time sleeping & have some mild anxiety. I heard magnesium might help… is that true? Magnesium is the fourth abundant mineral in the body – half found in the bones and the other half inside body tissues and organs – and is needed for over 300 biochemical reactions. Some of these reactions include: enzymes activation, normal heart and nerve function, keeping the heart pumping strong and steady, regulate calcium levels, plus other important nutrients in the body like copper, zinc, potassium, vitamin D. Those are some of the big jobs; however, magnesium plays some other key roles in immune function, diabetes, and blood…
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Health: How Do We Improve Immunity at the Beginning of Spring?
Ask the Doctor: Question: How do we improve immunity at the beginning of Spring? This is a great question and one that I like to write about. Being proactive in your health and your families health will have a profound impact on keeping healthy and bouncing back quickly from any illness. A little reminder though, it is always best to check in with your family physician if you are sick. Teamwork is key to good health. Here are my top 4 supplements plus the basics: 1. Vitamin C This is why : Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that regulates immune function and increases white blood cell activity. Source…
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Health Question: Nourishing Your Sluggish Thyroid
Ask The Doctor: By Dr. Heather Manley Question: What can you do to support thyroid health. I have Hashimoto’s disease, but thyroid hormones are in the normal range. TSH was high (4.58, but brought down to 2.1), but has improved with a whole food diet. Any suggestions? Your thyroid gland controls your metabolism; therefore, if you are gaining weigh, feeling tired and cold, your thyroid gland might be slowing down thus effecting your metabolism. There are certain vitamins and minerals that the thyroid needs to function optimally and incorporating these into your daily diet may make a profound difference in your overall health. However, if you suspect that you…
