The Holidays bring a unique blend of nostalgia, generosity, traditions and love. Getting together with family, donating to causes, and encompassing selflessness, are just some heart-filled traits that come to mind during the holiday season. 2020 was a hard year for most of us. Mentally, physically, emotionally, it felt like 2020 lasted 20 years. When Read More
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Vitamin D – Its’ Role in the Immune System and Minority Populations
When the leaves start turning colors in the Midwest, I naturally start re-educating my patients on the importance of vitamin D, especially this year. This essential vitamin does wonders by helping our bodies fight off viruses, colds and upper respiratory tract infections which become more prevalent as the weather dips, and the immune system naturally Read More
Mental Health + Back to School – 2020 Remix
I try to write a blog each Summer as children and parents get back into their routine of work, school, sports and all the other routines of a new school year. As we all know, 2020 is like the ultimate remix. If any routine could be thrown out the window, this is the year it Read More
Lyme Lessons – Prevention – Part 3
Lyme disease is prominent in the Midwest. In part 1 of the series, we discussed routes of transmission (conventional and some not-so-conventional). Part 2 we discussed signs, symptoms and treatment for Lyme disease. In the final part of this series, it’s time to talk about prevention. The best way to prevent Lyme disease is to Read More
Lyme Disease Signs, Symptoms, Testing + Treatment: Part 2
In part 1 of this 3-part blog series, I discussed potential Lyme disease transmission, infections as well as common misconceptions about Lyme disease. This post will highlight common signs and symptoms as well as current testing and treatment protocols. It is not meant to self-diagnose or treat Lyme disease symptoms. It is important to seek Read More
Lyme Disease Transmission + Myths: Part 1
As the sun heats up and summer fun gets underway, one thing is for certain: bugs want to be invited to the party. Living in the Midwest, one illness that sometimes goes unnoticed until it becomes a chronic issue, is Lyme disease. You have probably heard about or know someone that has been bitten by Read More
Vitamin D + Viruses
I hope you are all staying safe during these interesting times and getting outside to breathe in some fresh air and to soak in some vitamin D from the sun! In this current pandemic, medical experts are trying to piece together the puzzle and provide a roadmap to treating this infection. New data and research Read More
A Healthy Perspective
Many of you might be following me for the very first time while many others have been with me all along. I recently made a post about integrative and alternative therapies for treating a variety of health conditions. I have had a day to absorb this moment. I have had an opportunity to respond personally Read More
Treating viruses without fear
The coronavirus has created quite an uproar in the media. Deaths. Infections. Masks … Lots of masks. Hysteria. Quarantine. Travel bans. I bought a bubble and decided I’ll live in it for the next few months. Just kidding. What I’ve learned in health is that fear rarely solves problems. It usually makes people act hysterical Read More
Love Yourself First
I love being in love. I love each day that I get to spend with my significant other of 13 years . Our relationship is a teamwork approach. We don’t keep tallies of what each other has done around the house, or what tasks we have done for each other. We both simply make a Read More