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VIEW HealthBit CXLIII: Supplements Part 4 (Herbs)

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(Key: Tox = Toxicity) Alfalfa-mineral-rich due to its root structure-given as sprouts or seeds-helps decrease cholesterol and increase appetite-poultice for insect bitesTox: can cause oxidative stress to red blood cell membranes Aloe Vera-known for its healing effects-helps with constipation, pancreatic health, diabetes, minor burns and wound healingTox: rare (poss. damage to gallbladder) Bilberry-entire plant can […]

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VIEW HealthBit CXLII: Supplements Part 3 (Minerals)

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Boron Increases absorption and prevents urinary loss of calcium, magnesium and phosphorusConditions used for: Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD), Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), OsteoporosisSources: almonds, prunes, raisins, dark green leafy veggiesRDA: 1mg/day Calcium Most abundant mineral in the bodyHelpful with the following conditions: Gingivitis, High cholesterol, Hypertension, Kidney stones, Migraine headaches, Osteoporosis, Pregnancy, PMS, RicketsSources: dark green leafy veggies

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VIEW HealthBit CXLI: Supplements Part 2 (Fat-soluble Vitamins)

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Vitamin A (Retinol)-Antioxidant-Prevents night blindness (nyctalopia)-Helps with repair and maintenance of epithelial tissues-Helps bone and teeth formationBeware: antibiotics, laxatives and some cholesterol lowering drugs interfere w/absorptionSources: Dark green leafy veges (kale, chard, cauliflower, broccoli, arugula, radicchio, spinach, asparagus), orange and yellow skinned fruit and veges (carotenoid); red meat (retinol)Dosage: 700 mcg for females, 900 mcg

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VIEW HealthBit CXL: Supplements Part 1 (Water-soluble Vitamins)

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B1 (Thiamine Pyrophosphate) -Enhances circulation-Helps nerve function and cognition-Aids with carbohydrate metabolismBeware: deficiencies seen with alcoholics, antibiotics and oral contraceptive use Sources: whole grains, wheat germ, brewer’s yeastRDA: 20-25 mg/day B2 (Riboflavin) (active forms: FAD or FMN)-Necessary for RBC formation, antibody production and cell growth-Allows body to maintain serotonin levelsBeware: deficiencies with oral contraceptives, alcohol, antibiotics

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Dr. Alyssa’s Inspired Health Program

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Email #12: Stress Less Stress is an ongoing battle in this day and age. Physical and emotional stress are hard to avoid, but learning how to manage your stress can do wonders for body and mind. Cortisol is the biggest stress hormone in the human body. Increased levels that remain chronically high are responsible for

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Dr. Alyssa’s Inspired Health Program

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Email #11: AG Energy Balls (no baking required) This recipe is easy to make, satisfying and nutritious enough to eat for breakfast. I hope you enjoy them as much as we have over the years! Ingredients1 cup old-fashioned oats (gluten free preferable)½ cup almond butter or sunflower seed butter½ cup ground flaxseed or flaxseed meal½ 

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Dr. Alyssa’s Inspired Health Program

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Email #10: Epigenetics 101 Dictionary.com, defines epigenetics as follows:  “Genetics. the study of the process by which genetic information is translated into the substance and behavior of an organism: specifically, the study of the way in which the expression of heritable traits is modified by environmental influences or other mechanisms without a change to the

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Dr. Alyssa’s Inspired Health Program

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Email #8: Move Over Table Salt This week I want to bring to your attention the wonderful world that is the human gut. There is so much more to the gut than science originally recognized. To break it down as simply as possible, I went with bullet points for this Inspired Health post. Hope this

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Dr. Alyssa’s Inspired Health Program

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Email #7: Gut Health 101 This week I want to bring to your attention the wonderful world that is the human gut. There is so much more to the gut than science originally recognized. To break it down as simply as possible, I went with bullet points for this Inspired Health post. Hope this sheds

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Dr. Alyssa’s Inspired Health Program

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Email #5: Tapping Revealed Amongst other things, The Tapping Method is a simple yet effective way to increase calm and relieve anxiety, which we all need right now. It has actually been shown to help with a variety of conditions, from addiction to weight loss. Tapping is part of a broader program called the Emotional

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