Author Archives: drlaurell

Serious Steps for Coronavirus Prevention

My letter about the Coronavirus was printed on the opinion page of a newspaper in my region. I was concerned, as was the author of the article I cited, that people were making unsubstantiated promises about how natural remedies could cure Coronavirus. Of course, if those I care for are affected by this new Coronavirus,ContinueContinue reading “Serious Steps for Coronavirus Prevention”

Autism Spectrum Support

Do you know anyone with Autism or Asperger’s that needs a new perspective? There are natural interventions that can help them be their best. Check out my recent interview on Mother’s Guide Through Autism podcast to learn more. I discuss how genetics, environment, gut health, hidden infections, and many different factors may be contributing toContinueContinue reading “Autism Spectrum Support”

Sugar is a Toxin

Do your New Year’s resolutions or health goals include? Losing weightBeing healthierHaving more energyDetoxificationHelping your brain stay sharperBeing happierHaving clearer skinGetting better sleepSaving moneyNot getting diabetes like your grandmother Well, maybe your resolution wasn’t as specific as this last one, but these are just some of the potential health benefits from minimizing your sugar consumption.ContinueContinue reading “Sugar is a Toxin”

Add Homeopathy to Your Spring Cleanse

Any time of year is a good time to think about doing a detoxification protocol, but spring especially so. Winter can be a time when we accumulate more toxins due to being less active and sweating less. A comprehensive detoxification plan includes diet, exercise, herbs, and dietary supplements. Now, we also understand how homeopathic remediesContinueContinue reading “Add Homeopathy to Your Spring Cleanse”

Switching to Spring Resolutions

Wintertime strikes me as a very challenging time to keep some of the most popular New Year’s resolutions. With the shorter amount of daylight and cold weather, I am not feeling very ambitious. If I had made a resolution to write a new blog every week, I might not succeed. Now if I had madeContinueContinue reading “Switching to Spring Resolutions”

Leveraging Protein for Weight Loss

There is an interesting theory from scientists in Australia that is helping us view protein in a new and balanced light. They believe that there is a set amount of protein that we need and that we will feel a drive to keep eating until we have reached that level of protein intake. They claimContinueContinue reading “Leveraging Protein for Weight Loss”

An Apple A Day

It is apple season, and my apple tree gifted me with a nearly perfect ripe apple. It was delicious, and I was equally grateful for the health benefits it provides, beyond just the vitamins and minerals that most people think about. I use apples (as well as other fruit) as a method of detoxification! I intentionallyContinueContinue reading “An Apple A Day”

Practicing Having an Emotional Moment

Emotional health like physical health is so vital to having a balanced and productive life, but in many cases it’s a topic that gets swept under the rug.   I was raised in a family that taught me to suppress my emotions. So as an adult, I have to continuously work on improving my emotional intelligence.ContinueContinue reading “Practicing Having an Emotional Moment”

The Real Benefits of Coconut Oil

Enjoy all the benefits for coconut oil, but don’t assume all the claims about it are true. I love coconut oil, and there is a huge list of the possible benefits to be gained from adding coconut oil to the diet. Some of these are supported by studies and others are just theoretical. Many ofContinueContinue reading “The Real Benefits of Coconut Oil”