Lake Norman Integrative Wellness Blog

Food Replacements You're Looking For

December 17, 2012

Cola and Tea Replacements – while water and herbal teas are best, there are times when you just want something with taste! Try Zevia, which is a Stevia based diet cola drink. It comes in a huge variety of flavors! You can find this product at local grocery stores and specialty health stores. Keurig has brewable…

Charlotte Health & Fitness Expo: January 5 & 6

Charlotte Health & Fitness Expo: January 5 & 6

December 17, 2012

Charlotte area’s biggest health and fitness expo on January 5th and 6th at Cabarrus Arena!  You’ll find all things related to health and fitness … all under one roof!  There will be a great number of vendors, informative seminars, nutritional demonstrations and more! Dr. Akiba Green will be participating as a vendor and a guest speaker. …

Why sleep is more difficult for women

Why sleep is more difficult for women

December 11, 2012

Female hormone imbalances and sleep problems When a woman enters perimenopause, her production of estrogen and progesterone begins to decline. Ideally the adrenal glands, which produce stress hormones, take over production of these hormones to ensure a smooth transition into menopause. Unfortunately, most women today enter perimenopause (pre-menopause) in a state of chronic stress and…

What's The  Hype With GMOs?

What's The Hype With GMOs?

December 11, 2012
Gluten In Personal Care Products

Gluten In Personal Care Products

December 9, 2012
Home Brewed Kombucha Tea

Home Brewed Kombucha Tea

December 9, 2012

The nutritional benefits of fermented foods are spectacular for people with leaky gut or digestive issues.  Be sure to read the article:  Repairvite: Fermented Foods Are Good For You. Kombucha tea is a popular fermented food and more and more people are experimenting with making their own brew.  Don’t be scared…..it’s not too hard!  VOCABULARY LESSON…