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What Are The Possible Side Effects of Taking Probiotics and What Is The Best Probiotic for Me?
Probiotics can be used in many different ways and forms. Learn how to choose a good probiotic for your life and health.
Local Wildflower Honey Protocol for Seasonal Allergies
Patsy Giarda, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Winter is winding down and spring is quickly approaching. Warmer weather and enjoying outdoor activities are two of the best things about spring. However, for those who suffer with seasonal environmental allergies, it can...
Evaluating Allergies and Food Reactions
David Berger, MD, FAAP Question: What is your approach to evaluating allergies and food reactions? Answer: We frequently get asked about allergy testing. Unfortunately there is not a simple answer because there are many types of sensitivities, each requiring its own...
Passing Our Values on to Our Children
Dr. Catherine Nutting, Family Nurse Practitioner, Metabolic and Nutritional Medicine I recently visited the National Museum of The American Indian. I was impressed by the well-thought out values the Native American culture intentionally passes down through the...
Heart Healthy Valentine
Dr. Catherine Nutting, Family Nurse Practitioner, Metabolic and Nutritional Medicine TEN TIPS FOR HEALTHY VALENTINE GIFTS Fruit – “Apple of My Eye” or “A Real Cutie” Lip Balm – “You’re the Balm” From the Heart – Personally written Valentine Song or Poem Time Together...
What Are Other Causes of Anemia Besides Iron Deficiency and How Do You Treat Those?
Iron is not always the cause for anemia. Learn about other conditions that contribute to the development of anemia.
Are You Car Safety Savvy?
Patsy Giarda, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Car restraint safety is a topic discussed at every well child check up we do at Wholistic Pediatrics and Family Care. At these appointments we review and give anticipatory guidance for the type of car seat your child should...
New Year, New Goals
Dr. Catherine Nutting, Family Nurse Practitioner, Metabolic and Nutritional Medicine A new year gives us the opportunity to restart, refocus, and reprioritize. As you set your new year’s intentions and goals, here are five wholistic tips to keep you on a healthy and...
Our Healthy Holiday Series: Be Present!
Dr. Catherine Nutting, Family Nurse Practitioner, Metabolic and Nutritional Medicine Be Intentional: Anticipation, Attitude, and Action One way to avoid being a victim of holiday overload and distress is to be intentional. Being intentional requires healthy...
Our Healthy Holiday Series: Happy Holiday Travels
Patsy Giarda, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner 8 Ways to Ease Travel with Kids AUDIO BOOKS- To cut down on excessive screen time on long car rides, choose a kid friendly audio book or series that everyone can enjoy. If you have older children, Harry Potter can be a big...