By guest contributor Tom Malinsky M.S. L.Ac. L.M.T Essential oils can be applied topically to the skin. How does this work? Our skin is somewhat permeable. The active compounds in essential oils are absorbed just like the ingredients in common pharmaceuticals such nicotine patches. Factors That Increase Skin Absorption Different factors can affect the absorption
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While your typical “table salt” is the most infamous salt perhaps in popular culture, there are many health benefits to the purer ancient forms of salt. It’s true that most commercially sold table salt can be extremely detrimental to your bodily functions. Most forms of table salt contain dangerously harsh chemicals added by manufacturers for
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The intestinal mucosal barrier is said to be the body’s second skin. From the mouth to the anus, there is a mucosal barrier, which serves as the first line of defense against pathogens. The mucosal barrier also shows the body how to deal with food antigens, which may cause allergies and sensitivities.The mucosal barrier is
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Functional lab testing can be critical in order to understand imbalance in the body. The salivary hormone test can yield very important information regarding the 7 major steroid hormones. The Biohealth 205 test will identify the levels of the following steroid hormones: Cortisol DHEA Progesterone Estriol Estradiol Testosterone Melatonin With your test you will recieve:
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The Metabolic Assessment Profile measures the levels of indican, lipid peroxides, and urinary bile acid sulfates (UBAS). It involves the analysis of two urine samples easily collected by the patient at home. This profile provides an index of general digestive metabolism by assessing protein digestion, oxidative damage caused by free radical activity, and bile acid sulfates, a
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The only thing certain about a blood test is that nothing is certain. With that said, there is a tremendous amount of data that can be extracted from a blood test, providing that one has an understanding of how to interpret it. Ultimately, I use blood test results to identify a person’s best nutritional course
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,Hair Mineral Analysis is an excellent screening test to identify specific nutrient mineral imbalances, disease trends, and your load of toxic heavy metals. When interpreted correctly, Hair Mineral Analysis is an excellent assessment to help you understand your body chemistry and to help you achieve your optimal health.A sample of head hair is sent to
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The Metabolic Typing Healthexcel is based upon the nutrition system formulated by William Wolcott. The Healthexcel system of Metabolic Typing is based upon decades of clinical research and has been in use for more than 25 years. If you are interested in revolutionizing your health, you’ve come to the right place. Healthexcel is based on
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I like to think that health is achieved through a number of different means. As we learn to listen to our bodies, we develop a deeper sense of intuition and a connection to our food and our activities. Despite the fact that health occurs on numerous microscopic levels inside of us, our experience of health
DetailsArticle by: Gianna Marinelli My name is Gianna Marinelli. I am 24 years new, and I live in Santa Cruz, California. I have been asked to share my experience of disease and relief, so, here it is. I hope it will be inspiring to anyone who has ever felt lost and confused about their health, and
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