What are kidney stones? Kidney stones are a mass of minerals that form in the kidneys. They are tiny but mighty crystals, causing sharp pain. Calcium oxalate kidney stones are the most common. They make up 70-80% of all kidney stones. Just like it sounds, calcium and oxalates combine to form these painful crystals in… Read more »
Category: Nutrients
Why Did I Gain Weight and Can’t Lose It?
Many people come to our office seeking weight loss programs. They have tried everything and stated that they still can’t lose weight. In many cases, it is not about calories in versus calories burned. We look at what may be causing unexplained weight gain and stubborn weight loss. In many cases, a person may be… Read more »
Why Do I Need CoQ10 if I am on a Statin Drug?
Why should I take CoQ 10 if I am on a statin drug to lower cholesterol?Why didn’t my doctor tell me to take CoQ10 when I was prescribed a cholesterol-lowering drug?My doctor said I only need CoQ10 while on a statin drug if I am having muscle aches. Why is my nutritionist telling me that… Read more »
Vitamin D: An Important Key to Optimal Health
Are you tired of feeling sick or depressed? Is your immune system compromised? Do you feel older than you are? Consider nutrition to help you get back on the right path. A Vitamin D deficiency may be contributing to poor health. Vitamin D: What is it? Vitamin D or the “Sunshine Vitamin” is an essential… Read more »
It’s Blueberry Time!
Summer is here, and there’s nothing quite like the refreshing taste of berries during this hot month of July. Luckily, blueberry season is at its peak this month. So much so, that July is nicknamed National Blueberry Month! But blueberries aren’t just praised for their refreshing summery flavor. They also have numerous amounts of health… Read more »
Lectins: Friend or Foe?
The basis of a Paleo diet is to remove all grains and beans. One reason is that they contain lectins. Lectins have been a hot topic of debate lately. To avoid or not, that is the question many ask! Dr. Gundry’s “The Plant Paradox” has brought to light a food component that previously hasn’t been… Read more »
Personalized Plans through Genetic Interpretation
To help shape and personalize a nutrition and lifestyle plan, we ask just about everyone to get some type of genetic testing done. We use this information to help find possible answers in red flag situations, but more importantly to develop a lifelong preventive plan. Most of our patients use the simple 23andme home kit… Read more »
Medications and Micronutrient Depeltion
When taking any medication whether it is a prescription or over-the counter there are many opportunities for nutritional depletions. Medications are supposed to be digested in the stomach for best absorption via stomach acid. Any pH abnormalities (such as being too high or too low) could exacerbate the absorption of medications and possibly nutrient absorption…. Read more »
Dee Harris RD, LDN, CDCES
Registered, Licensed Dietitian-Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, IFM – Certified Practitioner
Learn how the micronutrients affect your health!