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Heart Disease affects 1 in 4 Americans and costs upwards of $320 billion a year! Statin drugs make $30 billion a year. Currently, the medical view of cholesterol is when it exceeds 200 mg/dL in the serum, it must be reduced with a pharmaceutical drug. […]

Have you ever tried apple cider vinegar? Did you know that apple cider vinegar has so many good properties! Although it can be hard to drink, there are other ways to put it in your diet. You can get organic, unfiltered and/or raw vinegar. Unfiltered […]

This year we have been asked to participate in the Downtown El Reno Trick or Treat. We are super excited to do so! Being that I don’t really want to hand out a bunch of candy, (My kids come home with way too much and […]

Major energy drink brands such as Redbull, Monster, 5 hour energy and others, cater to those that are tired and need a boost of energy. They deliver a short hit of energy and then a major crash to where you will need another boost of […]

The milk thistle plant is native to the Mediterranean and it’s name is derived from the milky white veins on the leaves and white sap they produce. Other names for milk thistle is: Saint Mary’s Thistle, holy thistle, variegated thistle and Scotch thistle. Milk thistle […]

Ive been seeing more and more “arm pain” (in the shoulder, elbow, wrist or hand) with swelling, tingling, numbness, and/or pain lately. So the question has been what is causing the arm or hand pain and what am I doing to cause it?! This is […]

Back to school is right around the corner! So it’s time to buy new backpacks. While kids are focused on wanting a character backpack or rainbow and sparkles, make sure you are buying for their size, not character or pattern. This will help protect their […]

When your mom told you to stand up straight, it was for a good reason. Posture plays a major role in neck and upper back pain. As you age your posture can get worse if you’re not careful. Correcting posture is much harder to do […]

Did you know that Coca-Cola products are consumed at the rate of more than 1.9 billion drinks per day? A Gallup poll revealed that about 50% of Americans drink soda daily with the average daily intake being 2.6 glasses per day! Mexicans drink more soft drinks than any […]

Pepper jelly is a hot topic again, with people seeking out recipes they’ve never tried before or new and inventive ways to enjoy this mix of sweetness and heat. Fortunately for us, there are dozens of new recipes sparking every single day. Whether you want a […]

There once was a time where the doctor would “prescribe” bed rest for low back pain. The school of thought was if you allowed your back to rest, it would heal. There is truth to “resting” your back, aka not stressing it by sitting too […]

Psyllium husk comes from the husk of the psyllium seed, which the body can not digest. It grows worldwide but is most common in India and is best known as a natural laxative known as a bulking fiber. Once it is ingested, it expands and draws water […]

Do you or someone you know drink diet soda instead of regular full sugar soda? Diet soda is soda that mimics the taste of regular soda without the sugar. They use artificial sweeteners to achieve the same “sweet” taste (with a terrible after taste, in […]

Many women turn to birth control for many different issues. Acne, to regulate their periods, to make them not have a period, help with symptoms of PMS, and to prevent pregnancy. But, do you actually know what is happening to the body when you start […]

It seems people are starting to switch to more natural healthcare. Which makes me so excited! Natural is the way to go. It beats a chemical laden pill that can cause other side effects in the body. It may take years to develop, but eventually […]

Do you know if you are getting enough omega 3s? Most people don’t even think about things like omega 3 or 6. With our diet in the United States, we get way more 6s than we do 3s! Where do 3 and 6 come from? […]

How often do you experience leg cramps or “Charlie horses”? I get asked all the time how to help with leg cramps. 70% of adults and 7% of kids experience leg cramps on a regular basis. I always recommend a supplement of calcium and magnesium. […]

Aspirins are fine for the occasional headache, stomach cramps, or tooth pain, though popping them like candy is a terrible idea. Aspirin is a salicylate (chemical derived from salicylic acid), having anti-inflammatory and antipyretic properties. It is often used to treat acute and chronic pains […]

Let’s talk Calcium! How many people do you know that once they get older they fall and break their hip or get a compression fracture? Why is this? Did you know there are several reason why people become osteoporotic. Lifestyle choices, lack of exercise, diet […]

What are the uses for Vitamin E? Vitamin E has multiple uses and is a known antioxidant. Antioxidants prevent free radical damage to specific fats in the body that are critical for your health and naturally slowing aging. Benefits of including Vitamin E in your diet […]