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October 7, 2015

Restoring Bladder Health

Bladder health is affected by many aspects of our lifestyles. This guide describes some of these so you may begin your journey to uncover the cause of your symptoms. May this knowledge empower you to transform your health! Quick Tips These are some quick tips for overcoming bladder problems, such as incontinence or overactive bladder.…


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Published on October 07, 2015 08:24

October 6, 2015

It’s NOT All in Your Genes: Epigenetics and Prostate Cancer

Many people assume that they will develop the same illnesses that “run” in their families. DNA doesn’t change, right? Well, there’s a lot more to the story than this. DNA is a message, and it gets translated via a variety of molecular processes, into proteins. Most of the DNA is not actively being translated. And, the great news is,…


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Published on October 06, 2015 19:33

Gluten Sensitivity and the Urinary Tract

Today’s post is a little focused but also very broad. Gluten intolerance or gluten sensitivity in the form of celiac disease are being recognized more and more. What’s important to recognize is that all of the body’s systems work together, not in isolation. Gastrointestinal, or digestive, disorders have a tremendous impact on the urinary system.…


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Published on October 06, 2015 19:23

Eat Where You Live

In this post, I want to share about the benefits and ease of eating local. Most people in our society are used to going to the grocery store and many of them don’t eat any food that does not come from the store or a restaurant. People have forgotten that food comes from the earth, for…


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Published on October 06, 2015 19:09

Dear Diary: Unraveling Overactive Bladder

Awareness is key when one has a health issue they’d like to overcome. For urinary symptoms such as urinating too frequently or having accidents (“overactive bladder”), a voiding diary (also sometimes called a bladder diary) is an excellent way to get this awareness. One of the most common reasons I see patients is for urinating…


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Published on October 06, 2015 18:34

September 2, 2015

Hello world!

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Published on September 02, 2015 20:27

August 12, 2015

Breastfeeding Resources

Books Hirkani’s Daughters: Women Who Scale Modern Mountains to Combine Breastfeeding and Working by Jennifer Hicks, published by La Leche League International The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding by Diane Wiessinger, Diana West, and Teres […]


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Published on August 12, 2015 12:33

Natural Childbirth Resources

Books Birth: The Surprising History of How We Are Born by Tina Cassidy Spiritual Midwifery and Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin, CPM Gentle Birth, Gentle Mothering: A Doctor’s Guide to Natural Childbirth and Gentl […]


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Published on August 12, 2015 12:05

August 10, 2015

Book Review – Unassisted Childbirth

In Unassisted Childbirth, Laura Shanley shares extensive scientific and anecdotal evidence proving that women are capable of birthing their babies naturally and safely! I instantly recognized parallels in the truth of her experiences and th […]


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Published on August 10, 2015 17:58

August 1, 2015

Book Review – Mother-Daughter Wisdom Guide for Holistic Parenting

Dr. Christiane Northrup is one of my role models in holistic medicine, so you can imagine my surprise when I delight Mother-Daughter Wisdom: Understanding the Crucial Link Between Mothers, Daughters, and Health years after I became a mother […]


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Published on August 01, 2015 06:01