Why Are Autism Rates Still On The Rise?

Posted on April 3, 2012 by bshook

According to the CDC autism rates are continuing to rise very quickly.  According to their most recent report on the subject, 1 in 88 children now have autism, and 1 in 54 boys.  Many different hypothesis have been proposed, including better detection, we all need to look at our modern lifestyle and ask ourselves, “are [...]

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When a gluten-free diet is not enough

Posted on March 27, 2012 by Dr. Brad Shook

For many people, a gluten-free diet erases all their chronic health problems like a magic wand. For others, it doesn’t make a dent, despite a proven gluten intolerance. What gives? A diet that also eliminates dairy, grains, and other foods may be necessary, along with nutritional compounds to restore gut health. Gluten damages the small [...]

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Hypothyroidism during pregnancy more common than thought

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Dr. Brad Shook

A new study shows hypothyroidism during pregnancy may be more common that previously thought, thanks to new clinical guidelines for evaluating thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH). The study revealed hypothyroidism in 15 percent, or one in six, pregnant women, a 10 percent increase after using a narrower TSH range.

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Childhood stomach aches linked with adult depression and anxiety

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Dr. Brad Shook

A Stanford University researcher found that gastric irritation early in life could pave the way for lifelong psychological problems.

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Poor sleep habits raise the risk of dementia

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Dr. Brad Shook

An imbalanced sleep/wake cycle, or circadian rhythm, increases your risk of dementia later in life.

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Statins increase risk of diabetes 50%

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Dr. Brad Shook

Many people don’t realize that inflammation, not a statin deficiency, underlie high cholesterol, and that the condition can usually be managed naturally.

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Can stress cause your baby’s allergies?

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Dr. Brad Shook

A calm, healthy pregnancy and postpartum period could reduce the risk of allergies in your baby, according to a new Swedish study. Researchers found infants with lower levels of cortisol, an adrenal hormone released in response to stress, developed fewer allergies than other infants. Stress hormone cortisol triggers allergies The researchers believe environmental and lifestyle [...]

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New Research (2011) Shows Laser Therapy Improves Carpal Tunnel

Posted on November 12, 2011 by bshook

I’ve written other posts on this exact topic, but NEW research has just come out on how low level laser therapy improves carpal tunnel syndrome.  This is a big deal, because so many people suffer with carpal tunnel and it is often extremely debilitating and effects the persons quality of life.  This new research supports what has [...]

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New Research: Laser Therapy Improves Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Posted on November 10, 2011 by bshook

New research continues to show that low level laser therapy (LLL)can help with carpal tunnel syndrome.1  If you are suffering with carpal tunnel, or know someone who has carpal tunnel LLL therapy may be able to help them get out of pain, heal the damaged and compressed nerves, get off of dangerous medications and improve the feeling [...]

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Carpal Tunnel Surgery Alternatives? Research Demonstrates Options

Posted on November 6, 2011 by bshook

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) can be a very debilitating and painful condition that affects the nerves in the wrist, and can create pain up the elbow and into the shoulder and neck.  Most people do not know that CTS is a form of peripheral neuropathy, which means pathology of a nerve. Many people with CTS [...]

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