5 Natural Ways to Balance Hormones and Boost Women's Health
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Discover 5 natural ways to balance hormones for better health. Learn how diet, stress management, and lifestyle changes can restore balance.
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Shopping Guide for Fruits & Vegetables
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Each spring, the Environmental Working Group publishes the “dirty dozen” and “clean fifteen” shopper’s guide to buying fruits and vegetables. The dirtiest fruits have the highest level of pesticides and the cleanest have the least amount. In a perfect scenario, it’s best to eat 100% organic foods, but sometimes that is not possible because of cost, availability, etc. You can use this guide to prioritize when to buy organic and when it’s less important. For example, if I must make a choice of which fruits to buy organic, I will pick organic strawberries over organic watermelon. To find out foods not on the list, go here https://www.ewg.org/foodscores/
Treating Skin Conditions with Topical Probiotics→
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The intestinal and stool microbiome has been researched and described for many years, unlike the skin and scalp microbiomes, which have more recently come into the spotlight.1 To better understand how bacterial diversity and abundance contribute to skin health and dermatological conditions, microbiology and dermatology investigators are using pyrosequencing technology to identify and characterize microorganisms on the skin.2 Furthering insight into microbial involvement in skin conditions can provide a path for implementing safe and natural therapies such as topical probiotics.
Read MoreFight Back With These Powerful Immune-Boosting Tips
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Check out these nutritional, herbal and lifestyle methods to stay healthy during cold and flu season. The earlier you take these measures, the better outcome you will have!
Introducing The MIC Fat Buster—The Fat Burning, Detoxifying, Energy Boosting Injection
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Do you struggle with stubborn fat? Particularly in the stomach, inner thighs, neck, buttocks, hips and underarms? If so, you may benefit from receiving an MIC injection. MIC Fat Buster is a blend of powerful “lipotropic” compounds that metabolize fat deposits and speed up the removal of fat.
Read MoreA Naturopathic Approach To Mental Health
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Do you suffer from anxiety, depression, attention or behavioral problems? Perhaps you have taken a prescription medication such as Xanax, Zoloft or Adderall and it helped at first, but it stopped working OR you had terrible side effects. At San Francisco Natural Medicine, we offer you an alternative to the allopathic psychiatric approach. There are many factors that can be involved, and usually it is combination of several things. Below are some of the key points.
Read MoreHealthy Eating For Kids—Think Outside Of The Lunch Box
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The kids are back in school, and fall is upon us. We are moving from outdoor meals to inside the home. Transition periods such as the seasons changing are a great time for starting healthy habits. Here are some fun and engaging tips for helping your kids develop healthy eating habits.
What To Do About Wildfire Smoke Inhalation
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We hope this finds you and your loved ones safe and well. Our hearts go out to the communities affected by these devastating wildfires. While the immediate threats to life and property are the foremost concern, smoke particles have an impact on our lungs and well-being. Outlined below are key notes about symptoms, how to limit exposure and natural therapeutics. We hope you find this useful!
Read MoreAre You Fed Up With Stubborn Skin Problems?
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If so, consider an approach to skincare that is unique, natural and effective. Naturopathic dermatology aims to reveal the root cause of your skin problem and uses treatments with a “First Do No Harm” approach. The chronic use of oral and topical antibiotics, steroids, retinoids, contraceptives and androgen receptor blockers can have harmful side-effects and long-term consequences. Read more about the key foundations of naturopathic dermatology, root causes of skin problems, “food as medicine,” lab testing and natural skin care treatments.
Read MoreSkincare Advice from a Naturopathic Doctor
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With naturopathic dermatology being one of my specialties, I was recently interviewed by Cocokind to discuss a naturopathic approach to skin care. Cocokind is a San Francisco-based certified organic and socially conscious skincare line that is based around superfoods. Their wholesome approach to skin care is in perfect alignment with naturopathic principles. Here is the blog that recently appeared on their site.
Read MoreTreating Breast Cancer Using Integrative Medicine
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The American Cancer Society estimates that 26,730 Californian women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year. Receiving a breast cancer diagnosis can be a very scary and devastating moment. It is common to feel lost and confused, particularly on how to navigate through the treatment options. Over the years, more and more women are turning to an integrative approach for their care. An integrative approach supports the use of conventional medicine, implements healthy lifestyle practices and promotes wellness of the whole person—mind, body and spirit.
Read MoreHeal Your Skin From Within
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Ah, summer is here which means warm weather and clear skies, but not necessarily clear skin. Heat, sweat, sugary foods and lathered up sunscreen can be a recipe for an acne disaster. Whether you are people-watching in Dolores Park, picnicking in Crissy Field or surfing at Ocean Beach—here are five tips for preventing acne flare-ups.
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Myer’s Cocktail—The Elixir Your Body Desires
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The “Myer’s Cocktail” is the gold standard of delivering intravenous vitamins and minerals directly to your bloodstream. John D. Myers, MD, pioneered this use of Intravenous Nutrient Therapy (IVNT). The nutrients included in this formula (calcium, magnesium, selenium, zinc, Vitamin B and Vitamin C) are balanced perfectly for people new to IVNT and those needing a quick boost.
Take a look at the following ingredients and you’ll see why the Myer’s Cocktail is the perfect elixir.
Read MoreHow To Rock Your Spring Detox
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Spring has sprung and is the perfect time for NEW beginnings and hitting the reset button. These 8 powerful tips will help you feel fresh and new and put that spring back into your step.
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