Archive for April, 2009

Feeling Anemic? Have Your Ferritin Tested

There are different types of anemia, however the one you might hear about most often is iron-deficient anemia. This means your body does not have enough iron either because you do not eat it, you do not absorb it, and/or you are bleeding it out somewhere (most commonly due to your period).
What many women don’t realize is that the symptoms of out-right iron deficiency, and having low iron stores (ferritin) can be very similar. Therefore your initial screening test is normal (the CBC) however your ferritin is low or low-normal.
The common symptoms include:FatigueFatigue with physical exertion (not because you are [...]

Natural Ways to Fight the Flu

Given the news lately, the word ‘flu’ seems to be on everyone’s mind. There are many strains of the flu and yours isn’t necessarily the ‘swine’ kind. If you are experiencing fever, body aches, chills, cough, headache, and sore throat then you may want to talk with your doctor. Remember that allergies don’t cause a fever and not all sore throats or headaches are flu related.
To improve your immune system and give it the support you need, consider using natural anti-viral herbs to ward off the flu or in addition to the medications given to you by your healthcare practitioner.
Echinacea [...]

Natural Remedies for the Allergy Season

Did you know it’s almost springtime? Here in Oregon we were lucky enough to have a weekend of sunshine and 70 degree weather. This meant that everyone was outside, in their yard, and on their bikes playing in the fresh air. This also means that allergy season is quickly upon us. If you are an allergy sufferer and are looking for a more natural way to support your nose then read on!
There are a variety of natural supplements that are useful for allergies and you may consider starting now so that your system is ready [...]

Allergy Season Is Coming: Are You Prepared?

In some parts of the country, this weekend was a real kick-off to spring. The weather was beautiful and warm enough for all of those trees and spring bulbs to pop out some color. Unfortunately for allergy sufferers, this means the start of itchy eyes and runny noses. Here are some tips to help you combat the sniffles and sneezing this year.
1)Rinse out your nose. Consider using a Netti pot or other similar device that rinses water up one nostril, into your sinuses and out the other. This amazing little tool removes all of that [...]