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Magnesium……and super health! Tired, depressed, high blood pressure, heart disease, restless legs? You might need magnesium…

Up to 80% of Americans have very low levels of magnesium!  Do you?  You can ask your physician to order the lab “RBC Mg” to get the most accurate reading of your own magnesium level. What does magnesium do for us?  Magnesium helps to regulate many biochemical reactions – such as protein synthesis, muscle and nerve function, blood sugar control, and the regulation of blood pressure.  Magnesium is a key player in the production of energy in our bodies! It...

Acid reflux & Gerd

Food Sensitivities

Acid reflux? GERD? Taking the little purple pill? More than 25% of Americans have this problem. Is there another answer?

Mark Hyman, MD, (drhyman.com) a leading clinician in Functional Medicine recently addressed this issue. 44% of Americans have heartburn at least once a month.  The acid-blocking medications – Prevacid, Prilosec, Nexium – are the third most commonly prescribed medications!  Reflux causes many problems and so we need to ask “WHY”.  Why do you have reflux? Some common triggers: Fried or spicy foods Citrus or tomato-based foods Processed foods Alcohol or caffeine Smoking What else might be the cause of your discomfort?...