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What Is Metabolic Syndrome?
Having Metabolic Syndrome increases the risk of:
Type 2 Diabetes: Insulin resistance if not controlled can lead to a rise in blood sugar level that can cause Type 2 Diabetes
Heart attack or stroke: High cholesterol or blood pressure can cause the formation of plaque in your arteries. Formation of plaques narrows the arteries hence restraining proper blood flow which can lead to a heart attack or stroke, which is a continuum of insulin resistance
Role of Nutrition in Cancer Treatment: In Conversation with Alison Tierney
Yeah that’s a really great question because if your physician tells you or your oncologist tells you that nutrition plays no role if the course of treatment then I would definitely not take that oncologist opinion when it comes to nutrition, not to say that they’re an expert on oncology but not necessarily nutrition and rather find a dietitian board certified in oncology nutrition that emphasizes a plant based diet.
Dr. Chellam Discusses IV Nutrition Therapy on Fox 2 News
Dr. Chellam joins Taryn Asher and Huel Perkins on Fox 2 News to discuss IV nutrition therapy. Dr. Chellam covers the benefit vs. risks, who is an ideal candidate, and what you should consider before you start an IV protocol!
Dealing with Depression
Have you ever suffered from depression? If so, you’re not alone. The World Health Organization estimates that 350 million people suffer from depression worldwide and that it is a leading cause of disability. Fifteen percent of adults will experience depression at...
Conquer Inflammation Naturally
Pain, swelling, redness, immobility, and heat -- these are all common signs of inflammation, and these signals only go skin deep. Chronic inflammation also occurs on the inside of our bodies and can present itself in other ways. When inflammation triggers...
The one hormone that prevents weight loss and what you can do about it.
There is no joy in rapid weight loss because the gain is as rapid as the loss if it was forced. Weight loss is a multi billion dollar industry. Now with online programs, and information overload most people are confused. Confusion leads to inaction. Depending on where...
Constipation the 6.5 billion dollar problem: 6 steps to a cheaper solution
Constipation the 6.5 billion dollar problem: 6 steps to a cheaper solution “If there’s one thing to know about the human body; it’s this: the human body has a ringmaster. This ringmaster controls your digestion, your immunity, your brain, your weight, your health and...
Lowering cholesterol is it dangerous?
5 steps to take before you target the cholesterol When you are told something: Is it true? Is it useful? Does it help? There is no bigger controversy today than the cholesterol issue.{Maybe the vaccine issue :)} 1908 was the first time diet was linked to...