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Does Nicotine Raise Blood Pressure? Explore The Link, Prevention Strategies, and More
Does smoking cause high blood pressure? In the short term, yes. Every time you smoke, it causes a temporary increase in blood pressure (1). Blood pressure increases when blood has difficulty traveling through the blood vessels. In simple terms, it’s like you’re in a tunnel with a lot of people, and you need to make […]
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Back Pain After Sleep: Causes, Chiropractic Care, and Other Remedies
Back hurts after sleeping: Common causes Poor sleep habits and an unsupportive sleep environment are common culprits behind back pain after sleep (5, 6). However, underlying medical conditions like arthritis, disc herniation, and fibromyalgia can contribute to the condition. Here’s a look at the common causes. Poor sleeping position Sleeping on your stomach can force […]
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Are There Cancer Killing Foods? Healthy Fats Can Help
What are healthy fats? Healthy fats are essential fatty acids that are vital to many bodily functions. Essential fatty acids fall into two categories: monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. Monounsaturated fats (MUFAs): MUFAs help lower bad cholesterol, reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke (6). These fats also provide essential building blocks for your body’s […]
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Can Type 1 Diabetes Be Cured? Discover Latest Breakthrough
Type 1 diabetes average life expectancy Before the introduction of insulin therapy in 1922, T1D was a fatal diagnosis. Still today, experts say that without insulin therapy, individuals with T1D have a lifespan of days to weeks, depending on the severity of complications (3). With insulin, however, people are living longer with T1D now than […]
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How To Stop Back Spasms With Core Stability Exercises and More
What causes muscle spasms in the back? Various factors, such as muscle strain, stress, injuries, or medical conditions, cause back muscle spasms. Let’s examine the symptoms and causes of back muscle spasms in detail. Symptoms of back muscle spasm Back spasms cause great discomfort. This is why it’s important to recognize their symptoms. If you’re […]
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Anh Cao, M.Sc., Ph.D Candidate
Ph.D Candidate in Immunology Immune Cells, Innate Immune CellsAnh Cao is a Ph.D. candidate in immunology at Harvard University. He obtained his M.Sc. Degree in immunology at University of Toronto. For the last 8 years, his research has focused on a wide range of immune cells, including B cells, T cells, and innate immune cells. His publications have been featured in high-profile journals such as Cell and Nature which have been cited over 200 times.
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Lauren Ann Teeter, CNS, LCSW
Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) Licensed Clinician (LCSW) Mindfulness, Biofeedback, Integrative & Functional Medicine Functional & Integrative Approach To Mental Health, Functional Nutrition, Functional & Integrative Medicine, Psychotherapy, Mental HealthLauren is a functional nutritionist and licensed therapist who takes an integrative and functional approach to mental health and overall wellness. Lauren has worked as a clinician, researcher, and writer in mental health and functional nutrition. Lauren takes a root cause approach to wellness— looking at the body, mind, and responses to our environment. Lauren is passionate about empowering others to become their own expert and advocate in terms of optimizing their health and well-being. Lauren has worked with those with various health conditions including digestive, metabolic, hormonal and mental health. Lauren has worked in outpatient and inpatient settings.
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Sheridan Genrich, CGP, NP
Clinical Nutritionist, Naturopath & IridologistSheridan is a degree-qualified clinical nutritionist, naturopath & health coach who specializes in mood & digestive disorders, particularly food-related sensitivities. A certified FitGenes practitioner (nutrigenomics - interpretation of how personalised nutrition & lifestyle interventions impact genes). Also trained in Vitae Mosaic, naturopathic functional medicine. Through comprehensive anlaysis of the symptoms, timeline health history, iris assessment and functional lab results (among other tests), she can piece together the root cause of the problem, so you can gain control over your health & live with your true potential. Her local & online practice is grounded in cutting edge research on gut-brain nutritional science. Since completing a health science degree in complimentary medicine 8yrs ago, Sheridan has continued to deepen her research & use of bio-individual nutrition, herbs and the latest in functional medicine testing. This has seen significant improvements in the quality of life for her clients. Even those with long-standing chronic conditions experience rapid relief, when the biochemical imbalances or 'triggers of dysfunction' are corrected. She is a co-author on mental health of the Amazon best selling book: "Rapid Change: For Busy Heart Centered Women Who Want To Be The Best Version of Themselves"
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Donna Schwontkowski, DC (retired), MS and BS Nutrition, Herbology
Clinical Nutrition, Deficiency Diseases, Heavy Metal & Environmental Toxins, Detoxification, Chiropractic Medicine, Herbal Healing Master Herbalist certification in herbs from the School of Natural Healing BS NutritionDr. Donna Schwontkowski is a retired chiropractic physician with a master’s degree in Nutrition and Herbology. She has focused her career on three primary areas: clinical nutrition, learning and memory, and health/self-improvement publications. Dr. Donna’s mission in life is to act as an intercessor for people in all three of these areas, allowing them via teaching them, working in groups with them, or mentoring them to reach their potential in health, learning and memory, and ability to transform one’s life. Dr. Donna was also a journalist for health and fitness magazines for 15 years, the editor of Sacramento, CA’s Health & Fitness Magazine, and Co-producer and host of a TV show on health for four years. She has taught hundreds of community courses on many aspects of health and natural healing to thousands of students over the years. Her accelerated learning background has also allowed her to teach thousands of college and postgraduate students science and dozens of children how to read five books in a week as well as how to learn any subject quickly, including health and science.
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William Davis, MD
Cardiologist Director of Biotechnologies, Northern Medical Center, NYDr. William Davis is a cardiologist and New York Times #1 bestselling author of the Wheat Belly book series. He is Medical Director and founder of the Undoctored program including the Undoctored Inner Circle. He is Chief Medical Officer and co-founder of Realize Therapeutics Corp. that is developing innovative solutions for the disrupted human microbiome and author of the book Super Gut.
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Joel Warsh, MD, MSc
Pediatrician Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Integrative MedicineJoel Warsh is a Board-Certified Pediatrician in Los Angeles, California who specializes in Parenting, Wellness and Integrative Medicine. He grew up in Toronto, Canada and completed degrees in Kinesiology, Psychology and Epidemiology and Community Health before earning his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson Medical College. He completed his Pediatric Medicine training at Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles (CHLA) and worked in private practice in Beverly Hills before founding his current practice, Integrative Pediatrics and Medicine Studio City, in 2018. Dr. Gator has published research in peer-reviewed journals on topics including childhood injuries, obesity and physical activity. He has been featured in numerous documentaries, films, summits, podcasts and articles including CBS, Fox, LA Parent, Washington Post, MindBodyGreen, and many others. He is also the founder of the Parenting Masterclass Platform Raising Amazing which can be found at RaisingAmazingPlus.com Dr. Joel Gator may be best known for his popular Instagram DrJoelGator where he offers weekly parenting and integrative pediatric support. He is a consultant for high-profile brands in the health and wellness space. Dr. Gator is married to Sarah Intelligator, an attorney, whose Holistic Divorce and Family Law practice is located in Beverly Hills. For almost 20 years, she has taught yoga throughout Los Angeles. Dr. Joel was given the nickname, Dr. Gator, by his peers after marrying Sarah Intelligator (yes that is her real last name) and the nickname stuck. Dr. Gator is an avid athlete, foodie and traveler.
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Yu-Jyun Lin, RD
Nutritionist Nutrition in LifeSpan, Weight Management, Sport Nutrition, Food Safety, Healthy RecipeSandy loves cooking and exercising.In addition to being certified as a registered dietician by the Taiwan government, and a sports nutritionist by CISSN, she is also an AFAA-certified fitness dance instructor. Sandy believes that health and happiness are interdependent, which are the core of life, so she is committed to promoting disease prevention, nutritional supplementation, and health care. She has devoted herself to applying creative and innovative marketing methods to promote health concepts for governments and personal companies in a startup marketing company. The issues of the projects she joined included a balanced diet (MyPlate), obesity prevention, chronic disease prevention, dementia prevention, infant nutrition, pregnancy nutrition, sports nutrition, etc. Now she is still on her way to promoting Healthy Lifestyle and hoping everyone can achieve anything their heart desires because of having health.
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Jennie Stanford, MD, FAAFP, DipABOM
Physician (MD), Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians, and a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine.Dr. Jennie Stanford, MD, FAAFP, DipABOM is a double-board certified physician who values both evidence-based medicine and providing trusted medical information. She is a distinguished Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians, and a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She has 13 years of experience in nutrition and 8 years of experience in medicine.
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Chain-Ruei Huang, RD
Nutritionist Eating-related behavior therapy, preventative nutrition, public health nutritionChian-Ruei Huang is a compassionate and dedicated Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a wealth of experience in eating-related behavior therapy, preventative nutrition, public health nutrition, and disease nutrition. As a strong believer in the power of food and its role in the human life cycle, Chian-Ruei understands the importance of nurturing a healthy relationship with food and promoting well-being at every stage of life. Driven by her passion for holistic health, Chian-Ruei has integrated her yoga training into her clinical nutrition counseling, fostering greater understanding, communication, and empathy with her patients. This transformative practice has allowed her to connect more deeply with her patients, guiding them on their journeys towards healthier lifestyles. Throughout her career, Chian-Ruei has worked in various roles such as weight-loss nutritionist, long term care dietician, and nutrition advisor for multiple health-related brands. Her diverse experiences have provided her with the skills and knowledge needed to address a wide range of nutritional issues and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams effectively. In addition to her work as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Chian-Ruei is dedicated to sharing her expertise and perspective through media channels, aiming to benefit a broader audience and inspire others to embrace the essence of life through food and yoga. With her unwavering passion for holistic health and commitment to improving lives, Chian-Ruei Huang is an advocate for the integration of nutrition and wellness in everyday life.