Are you sure you can eat wheat? Gluten tests often wrong

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Dr. Brad Shook

Gluten intolerance is not as straightforward as once believed. Many people test negative for gluten intolerance when, in fact, they have celiac disease or should be on a gluten-free diet. This is because standard tests are incomplete and fail to account for gluten cross-reactivity. Fortunately, revolutionary breakthroughs in gluten testing are now available from Cyrex [...]

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Not just for children—adults need play for stress relief

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Dr. Brad Shook

While the importance of play for children is well understood, many don’t realize it’s a necessary form of stress relief for adults. One also could argue it’s the most enjoyable part of a wellness plan—say compared to giving up donuts or eating more broccoli—but can take just as much thought and practice to implement. Scientists [...]

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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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Fight inflammation with glutathione recycling

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Dr. Brad Shook

The term “antioxidant” has become popular in a multitude of products from acai to dark chocolate, but the most important antioxidant is the one made by your body: glutathione. Sufficient glutathione is vital for good health. Glutathione is a molecule that protects the body in many ways. It shields cells from damage caused by oxidation [...]

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Combined resveratrol and curcumin for autoimmune and inflammatory disorders

Posted on March 6, 2012 by Dr. Brad Shook

Thanks to exciting new research, we can more effectively manage autoimmune diseases and chronic inflammatory disorders that plague so many people today. This new approach involves the use of two natural compounds, resveratrol and curcumin, which have been found to work better when taken together than separately. Synergy between resveratrol and curcumin Resveratrol is a [...]

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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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Heart disease is an inflammation disease

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Dr. Brad Shook

You could eat a “heart-healthy” diet, exercise regularly, and maintain a healthy weight and still be at risk for heart disease. Why? Because the root cause of heart disease is inflammation, and managing inflammation goes beyond standard prevention advice.

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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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Gluten could be causing your heartburn

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Dr. Brad Shook

Call it acid reflux, heartburn, or GERD, but having stomach acid splash back up into your esophagus is painful and distressing. Although researchers cite various causes, one that many doctors overlook is gluten, the protein found in wheat, spelt, rye, barley, and other wheat-like grains. Studies link gluten with acid reflux Research shows acid reflux [...]

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