New Germ Theory Finally Arrives

Atlantic Monthly reports on new evidence that germs are behind many diseases previously thought to be “genes gone bad”. I am sure you need some genetic predisposition to set up the situation but I have always believed that the body is good to thyself unless something is there that doesn’t belong.

Atlantic Monthly reports on new germ theory

Atlantic Monthly reports on new germ theory

It’s all about the bacteria

Studies point to bacteria – or lack of the “good” bacteria – as major culprit leading to celiac and other autoimmune diseases. It does matter what you eat and breast feeding seems to make a world of difference.  I wonder what the cut-off age is, now with all the research pointing towards the importance of “Bifidobacteria”.

It's all about the bacteria

It’s all about the bacteria

Latest from functional medicine

NYT article on leaky gut syndrome

Investigative journalist discovers nutritional problems causing son’s arthritis

Recent news shows more evidence that nutrition (and lack of) can lead to host of illnesses. Eating right and juicing can really help the body rebalance. Yea for functional, integrative medicine for getting visibility and now a say in what looks like a real culprit in many health problems.

Leaky gut featured on Dr. Oz show February 20, 2013

Leaky gut featured on Dr. Oz show February 20, 2013

Juice Quest update

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Shot episode 4 and 5 on Friday. Episode 4 demonstrates a juice to relieve hot flashes when going through menopause. Pam and guest Nicole are going through menopause and show (with humor) how to conquer the awful sweats with a great juice.

Episode 5 shows why Pam started juicing (in the first place) and why she bought her Omega Vert (Oscar) as her juicer