Last month, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention published new data suggesting that almost 80 percent of people who were hospitalized, needed ventilation, or died from COVID-19 were either overweight or obese. As of 2018, 42 percent of Americans are obese (body mass index [BMI] >30), and over 70 percent are overweight (BMI >25).More recently, researchers in Italy published new meta-analyses of 43 observational studies examining the relationship between vitamin D and COVID-19. The results indicate that low levels of vitamin D were associated with a higher risk of infection, hospitalization, and death from COVID-19.These two seemingly unrelated findings share something in common: they point to the enormous importance of our underlying health in determining how we respond to...
High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects 26 percent of the population worldwide, and nine in ten North Americans are expected to develop high blood pressure by the age of sixty-five. With this in mind, it’s no exaggeration to suggest that keeping your blood pressure under control is one of the most important things you can do to extend your lifespan and live a high quality life. Elevated blood pressure is a true pandemic in our modern world since many aspects of our society, characterized by excessive intake of processed and refined foods, high consumption of seed oils, sedentary behavior, chronic sleep deprivation, a lack of sun exposure and excess use of caffeine, alcohol and tobacco, all lead to hypertension. Many...
The incidence of hypothyroid function is increasing, bringing with it significant decreases in energy and often dry skin, reduced body temperature and an increase in weight, brain fog and hormone imbalances.
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The thyroid gland needs some basic nutrients to function well. Zinc, Selenium and Iodine are all crucial for a healthy thyroid gland. This recipe is not only delicious, but it is a great source of thyroid supporting minerals as well. Enjoy! Ingredients 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes2 cups slivered raw almonds1 1/4 cup raw pecans1 cup raw walnuts1 cup raw Brazil nuts (high in Selenium)3 Tbsp chia seeds1 Tbsp flaxseed meal1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon ⅓ c + 2 Tbsp honey1/4 iodized salt (source of iodine)2 Tbsp dulse flakes (source of iodine)3 Tbsp coconut oil1/4 cup dried blueberries 1/4 cup roasted unsalted pumpkin seeds (rich source of zinc) Instructions Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (162 C) and position...
Chronic overwhelm, fatigue, brain fog, hormone imbalances, stubborn weight, depression, anxiety, poor sleep, thinning hair, aching joints … sound familiar? As a naturopathic doctor practicing in SE Saskatchewan I have had the opportunity to work with some truly amazing patients. And something I am seeing a lot of is low thyroid function aka hypothyroidism. The thyroid, a small butterfly shaped gland that sits at the base of your neck, is probably one of the most important glands in our bodies. It regulates our weight, energy, digestion, mood, memory, body temperature, and cholesterol levels among other things. However, it is often overlooked and misunderstood and people are often told their thyroid function is ‘fine’ when in fact it is not. Blood work is often...
