Lake Norman Integrative Wellness Blog
If you have autoimmunity you need to look at leaky gut
One of the primary things we look for when someone has autoimmunity is leaky gut, a condition in which the intestinal wall is damaged, as it is usually a key factor. Autoimmunity is an extremely common disorder today in which the immune system attacks and destroys part of the body. Common autoimmune disorders include Hashimoto’s…
Mystery symptoms? Lab testing can reveal whether it's autoimmune
Do you have chronic, mysterious symptoms that drag your life down but your lab tests come back normal? You may have an autoimmune reaction, a disorder in which your immune system attacks and destroys a part of your body. Autoimmunity can strike any tissue or compound in the body and symptoms will vary based on…
Finally! FDA initiates ban of hydrogenated oils
FDA banning trans fats to protect heart health The FDA cites heart disease risks for banning trans fats. Trans fats contribute to a build up of plaque in arteries and increase the risk of heart disease. The FDA says removing trans fats from the food supply will prevent thousands of fatal heart attacks each year. TRANS FATS ALSO…
Upcoming Events For July
July 2015 July 14th @ 6:30 pm: Thyroid Dysfunction & Hashimoto’s This informative seminar is FREE, however, seating is very limited. Call 704-987-3993 to reserve your seat.]]>
Goodbye McDonald’s; hello to healthier eating
McDonald’s is closing 700 stores this year due to poor performance. Although it’s a drop in the bucket compared to the more than 32,000 stores worldwide, flagging sales and closing stores are a sign of changing times — customers are opting for healthier food, such as that served by Chipotle and gourmet burger chains. In response…
Poor sleep habits linked with dementia
Do you have trouble falling asleep? Do you fall asleep around 2 or 3 a.m. and sleep until noon? Or do you wake up at 4 a.m. and can’t fall back asleep? Studies show insomnia does more than make the days drag — it raises your risk of dementia later in life. Heart disease, diabetes,…