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You have likely heard by now that bone broth is good for you. You might have also heard that everyone should be drinking it. As with everything else, this is not true. There is a specific gene that some people have trouble with that makes bone broth, and fermented and aged foods such as sour kraut and yogurt and kombucha and alcohol and cheese, the cause of migraine headaches, depression, and fatigue. Want to know if you are one of the 35% of the population with this problem? You can order a genetic test and an appointment with me to read it for you here.
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This is the season when I get multiple calls and emails about how to treat and/or prevent colds and the flu. Just today I received an email asking my opinion on the flu shot and whether I recommend it. There are few subjects outside of religion and politics that polarize people like “to vaccinate or not to vaccinate.” I base my opinions on science, both time tested from ancient times like Ayurvedic Medicine, and modern evidence that is used in Functional Medicine. [Read more…] about The Flu Shot: To Vaccinate or Not to Vaccinate…That is the Question
I have had breast cancer. In fact, I have genetics that show I am super wired for breast cancer. Not only that but when I first tested my estrogen metabolism the lab had never seen someone who makes the kind of estrogen that causes cancer so efficiently. Because of this I am pretty tuned in to protecting my breasts. I have developed a wonderful protocol that matches my genetics and patterns of estrogen metabolism and am sharing it here with you.
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1. Bring your own food (BYOF). Choose the foods that make you feel nourished right from your own kitchen, pack them up and bring them along with you for the flight and the arrival. If you happen to land at an airport where greens and fish or chicken do not exist then reach into your bag and dip into the foods you brought with you. I always have a tin of sardines or wild salmon with me and a baggie of cut veggies like red bell peppers, cucumbers, and baby carrots. One of my favorite packable snacks is a mixture I make of pomegranate seeds, large flaked un-sweetened coconut, and walnuts. I put that in a baggie and it holds up great on the road and tastes delicious! My current favorite emergency protein bars are RX bars and Primal Kitchen bars. [Read more…] about Dr. Keesha’s Tips for Traveling Clean (and while on a detox):
Nasya Oil is nasal oil from the world of Ayurvedic medicine, the 10,000 year-old sister science of yoga. Not only does adding this in-expensive and simple step to your daily routine increase your immunity to the seasonal cold and flu bugs, but it also helps with stress reduction, memory, focus, and mood stabilization.
Nasya oil can be purchased from a variety of suppliers, but it’s inexpensive and super easy to make in your own kitchen. This is a Mystic Medicine winner as it relieves fatigue, insomnia, dark circles under the eyes, and reverses the effects of allergies and sinus issues. [Read more…] about Reduce Stress, Anxiety and Brain Fog with Nasal Oil.