It’s not always what you’re eating—it’s what your body does with it. Maybe you’ve tried a low-histamine diet and cut out other triggers—yet still feel awful. You’re not alone. The truth is: your body’s ability to clear histamine matters just as much as what you eat. Many folks assume they have “histamine intolerance.” Others areContinue reading “Why You Might Still Feel Sick Even on a Low-Histamine Diet”
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Prevent UTIs with This Fun Cranberry Cocktail
Sexy fun times are a blast—but they’re also when women are at greatest risk for a urinary tract infection (UTI).Fun friction can push bacteria from the vaginal or anal area toward the urethra, giving those microbes a direct path into the bladder. Once you’ve had one UTI, your risk of having another increases significantly. AndContinue reading “Prevent UTIs with This Fun Cranberry Cocktail”
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.Continue reading “Practicing Having an Emotional Moment”
Uplifting Bug Spray
Make an insect repellant you actually want to use. I live in the country and a lot of bugs have been biting me recently. I have a natural insect repellant, but I only use it if I know I am going into the backwoods. I don’t like how it smells so I don’t use itContinue reading “Uplifting Bug Spray”
Cure Heartburn Naturally
A new study gives us another reason to pause before we take some of the common drugs for heartburn. The use of these drugs known as proton pump inhibitors correlates with a 20% higher risk of heart attack. These drugs were intended to be used for 6 months or less while many Americans are usingContinue reading “Cure Heartburn Naturally”
Stay Hydrated and Enjoy Water
Warmer days are here so it is an important time to make sure we are drinking enough water. It is extremely important that we stay hydrated all year round. Adequate water helps flush toxins out of our body and keeps our skin and joints healthy. During the summer, dehydration can contribute to heat exhaustion andContinue reading “Stay Hydrated and Enjoy Water”
Steps to Heal the Gut from Food Sensitivities
Since I help a lot of people with their gastrointestinal issues, I frequently get the question “Can we recover from our food sensitivities?” The answer is yes and no. I often see people who are reacting to multiple foods. I explain that there is usually one major food like gluten that is creating inflammation inContinue reading “Steps to Heal the Gut from Food Sensitivities”
Sharing Probiotics with my Cats
I am not saying that you need to share your probiotics with your cats. But Moonpie, Bois D’arc, and I have been enjoying this morning ritual, and it had me thinking again about the nature of different probiotics. Here is what I have been doing. When I am feeding the cats in the morning, IContinue reading “Sharing Probiotics with my Cats”
Spring is in the Air!
Go outside and see if you can feel spring in the air. I was outside the other evening shortly before dark and was amazed at the subtle changes I could notice that helped let me know it was really spring. And along with this, I felt a sense of hope and renewal. I believe thatContinue reading “Spring is in the Air!”
Don’t Be Afraid of Fat
Don’t be afraid to include some high fat foods in your diet for better health. Back in the 1980s, fat became the villain that we needed to avoid for heart health and weight loss. Unfortunately, most low fat products ended up being high in sugar or strange artificial ingredients that might do us more harmContinue reading “Don’t Be Afraid of Fat”
Dr. Laurell Matthews, ND 