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Vagal Tone: Physiology and Evidence-Based Strategies for Enhancing Parasympathetic Regulation
By Natascha Marler, NMD, LMT The Essentials: The best part: vagal tone is trainable and responds to simple, consistent care. Understanding the Mechanism: The vagus nerve plays a central role in autonomic regulation, linking the brainstem with the heart, lungs, digestive tract, and immune system. “Vagal tone” refers to the level of baseline parasympathetic activity
Identifying Allergens using EAV / Vega Testing
by Jacqueline Clow RNC HNC Did you know trees in the southern states start producing pollen as early as January? Normally the body’s Immune System only reacts if there’s a harmful system it comes in contact with like bacteria or attacks on the body. With allergies, peoples immune system’s overreact to somewhat harmless substances such
Understanding Diverticulitis: Causes, Treatments and Prevention
Understanding Diverticulitis: Causes, Treatments and Prevention Overview of DiverticulitisDiverticulitis is a condition that refers to the inflammation or infection of small pouches, known as diverticula, that can form in the walls of the digestive tract, most often in the colon [1]. These pouches are quite common, especially in people after the age of 50. If […]
Eggs: The Incredible Edible Powerhouse You’ve Been Avoiding – And Why You Shouldn’t Anymore!
Eggs: The Nutritional Powerhouse You Shouldn't Avoid For decades, cholesterol has been unfairly demonized, leaving many people scrambling for "fat-free" options in a misguided attempt at health. But thanks to some egg-citing new research, the truth is cracking wide open. As your friendly neighborhood naturopathic doctor, I'm here to flip the script: cholesterol is not […]
