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I created this protocol after recently having an accident and surgery. (Here is me on that wonderful day LOL). It is designed to support the body through the critical healing window after surgery by focusing on tissue repair, inflammation balance, lymphatic movement, and nervous system recovery. Healing is not about doing more but it’s about supporting the body in the right way. Phase 1: Days 1–5 (Stabilize + Protect) During this phase, the body is actively managing inflammat

Understanding Signs of Liver Stress in Children The liver is one of the most active organs in the body. It plays a role in digestion, metabolism, hormone balance, nutrient storage, and the body’s ability to process environmental exposures. Because it is involved in so many systems, when a child’s body is under stress, the liver and digestive system are often part of the picture. Sometimes parents notice patterns such as irregular bowel movements, food sensitivities, sleep dis

A therapeutic eating plan to improve metabolism & calm inflammation. 14-DAY OVERVIEW Days 1–4 – Simplify Here we will aim to reduce inflammatory triggers, stabilize blood sugar, and front-load protein earlier in the day. Days 5–9 – Build Add more color, fiber, and allow starches for hormone and energy balance. Days 10–14 – Integrate Increase food diversity while maintaining structure. Throughout all 14 days: Largest meal is breakfast . Protein is highest in the morning , mode

There’s a common message floating around that feeling terrible during a fast is normal and that headaches and dizziness mean you’re “detoxing.” I have never found that to be true in my practice or in my own journey. When fasting is appropriate for someone, the goal is cellular repair and metabolic rest , not misery. Before I ever considered extending a fast, I worked on stabilizing the foundations first. I spent weeks improving blood sugar regulation, reducing inflammatory fo

Women in midlife may blame menopause  for their weight gain. Hormones do change during this time, but one reason that contributes to weight gain during this time is that women aren’t eating enough protein . Protein helps build and keep your muscles  strong. When you don’t get enough, your body can lose muscle, which slows your metabolism  and can cause weight gain. Protein also helps your body make blood, build bones, fight germs, and heal from sickness or injury. Many women

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​Detoxing is an essential part of fighting Lyme Disease and achieving relief from a herx .  Many people just think about what antibiotics...

Because identical twins develop from a single fertilized egg, they have the same genome. So any differences between twins are due to...

What do we do about Kidney stones? Many years ago Americans ate natural wholesome foods and kidney stones were unheard of. As our diets...