Lake Norman Integrative Wellness Blog
Could loneliness be the cause of addiction?
Everyone is familiar with addiction to some degree, whether it’s that daily dose of chocolate you can’t give up or watching a loved one succumb to drug abuse. Many factors play a role in addiction, but some research suggests loneliness plays a pivotal role in encouraging addiction, and that taking measures to remedy loneliness can be powerful…
What To Know About Coconut Oil
Coconut Oil speeds up the metabolism boosts the immune system reduces inflammation kills fungi, yeast and bacteria improves calcium and magnesium absorption supports the development of strong bones and teeth improves digestion and bowel function supports thyroid function helps to prevent wrinkles and sagging skin can improve the look and health of your hair …
Shopping With Food Sensitivities
Get educated. Find out as much as you can about your food sensitivites and allergies. Find out what your limitations are (i.e. what foods to avoid). Better yet, find out what foods you CAN have! Read food labels. You need to understand what you are eating and the best way is to read the food…
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Diet sodas can make you fat and pre-diabetic
If you regularly drink diet soda and use artificial sweeteners because you think it will help you lose weight, you’re unwittingly sabotaging your efforts. Sure, artificial sweeteners like sucralose, saccharine, and aspartame save on calories, but a recent Israeli study shows they can skew the composition of gut bacteria, or our microbiome in a way that…
Upcoming Events For February
In-Office Seminars: Mark your calendars for the upcoming workshop dates for February! February 3rd @ 6:30 pm: Metabolic Weight Loss February 10th @ 6:30 pm. Topic: Thyroid Dysfunction & Hashimoto’s February 24th @ 6:30 pm. Topic: Thyroid & Autoimmune Disease These highly educational seminars are conducted by Dr. Akiba Green and will be in the…