It’s time for a Water Roll Call! Water – the fluid of life. Our bodies in general are approximately 60% water. “According to H.H. Mitchell, Journal of Biological Chemistry 158, the brain and heart are composed of 73% water, and the lungs are about 83% water. The skin contains 64% water, muscles and kidneys are 79%, Read More
Category: greens
8 ways to Increase Iron Intake – Naturally
According to the World Health Organization, probably as much as 80% of the world population is iron deficient, with over 30% suffering from iron deficiency anemia. Women, children, and infants are typically at higher risk for deficiency. I see this in my clinic a lot – far too often, I see iron or its storage Read More
Dietary Therapy and Traditional Chinese Medicine
“Drink milk for maintaining healthy bones.” “Eat 5-7 servings a day of …” “Eat garlic – because is good for you.” “Don’t drink more than two cups of coffee per day.” We’ve heard them all. So many phrases, guidelines, and rules! What’s right? What is too much? What’s enough? It’s enough to cause confusion and Read More
Green up your Day! with Dr. O’s Great Greens Smoothie
Dr O’s Great Green Smoothie Recipe: Would you like an easy way to get those vegetables and fruits into you? Green Smoothies are one way to do just that! Here is a recipe with well over ten (10) veggies, fruits, herbs and spices in a nice neat container 😉 This is also a great way to get Read More