I just want to remind everyone that enzymes are your friends! Digestive enzymes help break down foods and make them easier to digest, helping to decrease bloating and gas.
Take a minute to read this, this and this. They are all blogs that I have posted in the past and provide tips on how to avoid that Thanksgiving food slump that lands you on the couch for the rest of the day.
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According to the American Diabetes Association, there are nearly 26 million Americans who have diabetes. Although some people with this disease can control it with diet and exercise, many are on medications such as Metformin, a drug commonly prescribed for those with type 2 diabetes.
If you do have type 2 diabetes, walking 30 minutes a day can be very effective, especially when combined with a healthy diet. However, if you are one of millions who need the support of Metformin, you should know that it may cause depletions of important nutrients, such as:
CoQ10: An important antioxidant, CoQ10 also acts as a cofactor in many metabolic pathways, particularly in the production of ATP.
Vitamin B6: This B vitamin participates in over 60 enzymatic reactions involved in the metabolism of amino acids and essential fatty acids and plays an important role in the nervous system, cardiovascular health and women’s health. Continue reading “Nutrient Depletion: Diabetes Medications”
Read MoreJoin us this Sunday as host Dr. Kevin Passero and his special guest Stuart Tomc discuss sustainable foods, vegetarian EPA/DHA, and balancing omega fats.
Stuart Tomc has over 20 years of experience in the field of nutritional medicine. He is an authority on evidence-based dietary supplements and a respected consultant to the World Health Organization and integrative physicians worldwide. Stuart currently serves as Global Educator and spokesperson for Nordic Naturals.
Tune in this Sunday from 10-11am on 1500 AM (WFED) or listen live on the web. Our shows are streamed everywhere.
Last week’s show was on Jack Challem’s latest book, “No More Fatigue: Why You’re So Tired and What You Can Do About It.” Click to listen.
Read MoreGiving probiotics to patients on antibiotics could significantly reduce the incidence of clostridium difficile (C. diff) in hospitals, according to research from McMaster University and the Hospital for Sick Children published Tuesday in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
The study found that using probiotics could reduce C. diff-associated diarrhea among patients taking antibiotics by 66%.
According to co-author Dr. Mark Loeb, these results are significant because, “People at high risk are admitted, given antibiotics and unfortunately, sometimes they acquire this bacteria and it could lead to serious complications. Sometimes, it becomes very hard to treat and get rid of, so prevention is very important.” Continue reading “Protect Against Clostridium Difficile with Probiotics”
Read MoreCorticosteroids are usually prescribed for conditions that cause swelling and inflammation. Applied as a topical, taken as a tablet, used as a nasal spray or eye drops, or even as an inhaler, there are many ways to take corticosteroids.
Some conditions that corticosteroids are prescribed for include arthritis, lupus, kidney disease, asthma, and even eczema.
Long-term use of steroids can have many side effects including changes in mood, increased blood pressure, stomach ulcers, diabetes, osteoporosis, increased appetite and weight gain. So talk to your doctor about what can be done to minimize these side effects, if they do occur.
One thing that you can do is take calcium and vitamin D, since steroids reduce calcium absorption and increase urinary excretion and may interfere with calcium and vitamin D metabolism. Considering that osteoporosis is one potential side effect of these drugs, consider supplementing with at least 1,000 mg of calcium per day and 1,000 IU of vitamin D3 to maintain proper bone health.
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