Do you wake up with a new bruise frequently? Bruising can occur naturally, but if you find yourself with no explanation for bruises, it may be more than just forgetting you bumped into something. In Functional Medicine, we look at…
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After another bitter winter (and a delayed start to the summer weather), most of us are thrilled to embrace the warmth of the summer sun again. However, with more outside activities keeping us busier, summer fun distractions, and a change …
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Magnesium is easily the most beneficial mineral emphasized in far too few diets. Despite its crucial role healthy bodily functions, experts estimate that around 80 percent of adults don’t take in nearly enough of this vital powerhouse found highly concentrated…
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Ingredients: 4-6 sweet potatoes Himalayan sea salt to taste Directions: Heat oven to 400°F. Pierce each sweet potato several times with the tines of a fork. Place the sweet potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper or…
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Kombucha is an ancient concoction that is currently becoming well-known and very popular. This fizzy, tangy drink has an extensive history and has been long cherished for its healing properties. Originating in China around 220 B.C., kombucha was discovered by,…
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Looking for some Monday Motivation? Dr. Nicole Maholy, DC, CNS, LDN, our Streeterville Functional Medicine Provider is here to help! Did you know your gut can impact your immune system, hormones, skin, brain function, and so much more? This is…
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Ingredients: 1 whole potato (white or sweet), boiled and mashed 3 oz. wild-caught Albacore tuna or salmon, Wild Planet 1/8 C. leek, shallot, onion or chives Finely chopped 4 Tbsp. flat leaf parsley, Finely chopped 1/2 whole raw carrot or…
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Yields: 2 dozen bites Ingredients: • 8 oz. dark chocolate 70% cacao (the higher percent of cacao, the better) • Assorted dried fruits, chopped nuts, seeds: dried pineapple, dried papaya, dried cranberries, raisins, chopped pistachios, chopped almonds, chopped walnuts, sunflower…
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Bad posture can make us look less than confident to others, but did you know that a hunched back and shoulders also can make us feel bad on the inside? While there is no such thing as “perfect posture” since…
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Memorial Day Weekend is here! Summer cookouts, barbecues, and celebrations are all on their way. It can often be hard to turn away from potato salad, cheeseburgers, sweet treats, and many other summer favorites. We’re here to show you some…
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