High levels of insulin and glucose are strongly associated with increased inflammatory processes in the body. The prevalence of insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes have reached epidemic proportions. For years the medical literature has pointed to the reality that the primary marker associated with cardiovascular risk is elevated insulin.The higher your glucose levels, the more
Have you ever been to your doctor or healthcare provider and had them tell you that your blood test results are normal and there is nothing wrong with you? Clearly you don’t feel well. You may even be gravely ill, in a state of intense chronic fatigue and have multiple symptoms. But why doesn’t your
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
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
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
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:
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
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
,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
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