by Dr. Oler, ND | Apr 23, 2013 | Natural Remedies, Natural Weight Loss, Naturopathic Health, Nutrition
Ironically enough, many people consume a diet that puts a considerable amount of stress on their bodies, in essence creating a chronic stress response. Dieting itself can put a strain on the adrenal glands because it leads to low blood sugar. Americans love to diet; it’s been estimated that 56% of the US population is dieting at any given time and that the average dieter makes four attempts at dieting every year. This can result in wild fluctuations in cortisol levels as the adrenals attempt to regulate your blood sugar. This is very inefficient and sets the stage for chronically low blood sugar, and often, excessive crankiness! (more…)
by Dr. Oler, ND | Mar 26, 2013 | Natural Pain Relief, Natural Remedies, Naturopathic Health, Nutrition
Most of us will have some physical pain throughout our lives (i.e., we fall down, injure ourselves playing sports, etc.). Everyone is also familiar with the typical sensations that go along with those injuries – heat, soreness, swelling and pain. These natural responses by the body to physical injury help with the healing process. However, over time, chronic inflammation can be bad for your health. Luckily, Mother Nature has given us many ways that we can help our body in the healing and recovery process and minimize the pain and discomfort that accompany them. (more…)
by Dr. Oler, ND | Dec 26, 2012 | Natural Remedies, Natural Weight Loss, Naturopathic Health, Nutrition
Drink water instead of sweetened beverages (yes, even diet beverages) and add more veggies to your plate.
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by Dr. Oler, ND | Dec 18, 2012 | Eating Naturally, Natural Remedies, Naturopathic Health, Nutrition
In this extremely busy time of year, we often don’t take a moment to plan our meals causing us to eat less healthy foods. Here are some ideas to still eat healthy during the busy season! (more…)
by Dr. Oler, ND | Dec 11, 2012 | Natural Remedies, Natural Weight Loss, Naturopathic Health, Nutrition
Remember that ice cream you ate three hours ago? Well now it has been added onto your waist.
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by Dr. Oler, ND | Nov 13, 2012 | Natural Remedies, Natural Weight Loss, Naturopathic Health, Nutrition
Beverages have been found by several recent studies to be the #1 culprit in weight gain. Not only are beverages causing people to gain weight, these liquid calories are also making it very difficult for people to lose weight. (more…)
