Pamper yourself this weekend with this soothing face mask, this was published in CosmoGirl sometime ago. It will help hydrate dry skin, bookmark this blog post because this face mask can also soothe sunburns (it will come in handy during the summer months). What you need: 2 tablespoons powdered milk 2 tablespoons cooled chamomile tea …
Make 2011 Your Best Year Ever
The following names might be familiar to you – they are three of East Bay top experts in their fields (they are real local celebrities), and they will all be speaking, along with me, at our “How To Make 2011 Your Best Year Ever!” special event on January 27 at 7 p.m. in the Red Lion Hotel. Anna Dornier: …
Meet Your Meat
As a Naturopathic Doctor, I am often educating my patients about their diet. One question I often come across is, why is free range meat better? This video by PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) highlights the unethical treatment of animals that are raised for food. These animals are kept in crowded, unsanitary …
Thyroid Awareness Month
January marks Thyroid Awareness Month. Hypothyroidism is frequently seen condition in my office, in this condition the thyroid gland is unable to produce enough thyroid hormone. Thyroid hormone is one of the main players in running the body’s metabolism. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include fatigue, weakness, weight gain, dry hair & skin, hair loss, cold intolerance …
iPhonECG Device
Lifetone Technology is introducing the iphonECG system, this is a device that attaches to an iPhone4 and turns it into an Electrocardiography monitor (ECG). The video below demonstrates the device as it captures the electrical activity of the heart. The personal heart rate trending software that is included will prove to be a great tool …
Household Natural Cleaners
The hustle and bustle of Christmas is behind us and the focus is on New Year’s Eve. Are you expecting company to join you in celebrations at your home? As you get your house tidy, cleaning up after Christmas and before this weekend, take a look at your household cleaners. Take a look at how …
Cough Remedies
Winter is in full swing here in the East Bay Area and naturopathic doctor’s offices are seeing an increase in upper respiratory tract infections. There are several immune supportive supplements that you can take to keep yourself healthy this winter season – Vitamin D, Vitamin C, Zinc or Colostrum. In this blog I wanted to …
