Balancer Spotlight: Ketogenic Diet
The ketogenic, or keto, diet is the latest eating trend that’s sweeping the nation. Similar to the Atkins and paleo diets, the ketogenic diet calls for eating only a small amount of carbs while consuming mostly healthy fats and a moderate amount of protein. While only a recent trend, the keto diet traces its […]
Top 10 Worst Endocrine Disruptors (and How to Avoid Them)
It seems that everywhere we turn these days, we encounter substances that are harmful to our health. Whether eating, drinking, or just breathing in the air, we are exposed to a number of harmful substances. One large category of substances that everyone needs to know about are endocrine disruptors. These substances, which got their name because […]
Balancer Spotlight: Pilates
With thousands of instructors and millions of people practicing it regularly, Pilates has become a worldwide phenomenon. But this unique fitness system isn’t just a passing fad. From core strength to balance and flexibility, Pilates covers the basics needed for a great workout routine. Where did Pilates come from? The history of Pilates is […]
Stressor Spotlight: Grief
The death of a loved one is routinely identified as the most stressful event we experience in life. If you’ve ever lost someone close to you, you know how difficult the grieving process can be. Loneliness, anger, and depression often accompany grief and may go on for months and even years after a loved one’s […]
7 Health Screening Assessments to Get Your Wellness on Track
When it comes to improving your health and wellness, it can be difficult to know where to begin. You may experience various symptoms that make you feel unwell, but the underlying cause or causes of those symptoms can be difficult to pinpoint. Or, you may have a health goal but aren’t sure what the best […]
6 Benefits of the ZYTO Food Biosurvey
Nutrition is all about getting the right food in the right amounts at the right times. However, no single diet plan will be optimal for every person because we are all unique and have different needs. Concepts such as bio individuality and intuitive eating further explain why a diet should fit the individual and not […]
Stressor spotlight: Molars
Tooth decay is unfortunately an epidemic in our society. This is particularly true in the United States, where the average adult aged 20 to 64 has around 3 decayed or missing teeth and nearly 14 decayed and missing tooth surfaces.1 In this spotlight, we’re taking a closer look at the teeth most commonly affected by […]
Can Cavities Be Healed Naturally?
A sensitive tooth, painful bite, or dark or white staining can all be signs of a cavity. If you are experiencing these symptoms, you may think you’re doomed to visit tthe dentist for some drilling and filling. But this isn’t always the case. What the research says In 1928, a study revealed that vitamin […]
Balancer Spotlight: Dry Skin Brushing
When you think about all things you can do to slow down the aging process, brushing your dry skin is probably the last thing that comes to your mind—if at all. Brushing your teeth is good for your health, but why in the world would you want to brush your skin? Well, it turns […]
Stressor Spotlight: Detoxification System
From pesticides and herbicides to heavy metals and electromagnetic fields, the amount of harmful substances we’re exposed to today is unprecedented. Toxic substances exist not only in much of the food and water we consume, but are also prevalent in the air we breathe. Our detoxification system is incredibly efficient at disposing of the […]