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5-Star Review Recommending Dr. Della Parker
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on November 17, 2017
Dr. Della Parker struggled with health problems throughout her entire life. Her severe asthma and eczema as a child led her down a path of chronic steroid use, which led to many other health problems. It wasn’t until she took a job as a receptionist at a holistic health clinic that she realized how different […]
Read MoreNaturopathic Medicine Promotes Self-Healing
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on November 10, 2017
Naturopathic medicine follows many principles and many practices, but the philosophy and the goal can be summed up in two words: self-healing. Your body has many of the building blocks required to self-heal, you see examples all the time from minor scratches and bruises to recovering from the flu. The body naturally wants to return […]
Read MoreCreamy Green Bean Casserole – Vegan & Paleo Friendly
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on November 3, 2017
This Vegan friendly, Paleo-styled stuffing is the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving dinner. With sweet parsnips, caramelized onions, and fresh green beans this creamy casserole is a crowd pleaser. Remember, you don’t have to jeopardize your diet to enjoy a great Thanksgiving dinner! Creamy Green Bean Casserole – Vegan & Paleo Friendly Print Recipe CourseSide […]
Read More5 Natural Probiotic Sources to Improve Gut Health
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on October 27, 2017
When you hear the word bacteria do you think of something bad, dangerous, and unhealthy? Most people do, but did you know there is good bacteria too? Yep, good bacteria! The good bacteria that live in your digestive tract are called probiotics, there are 10 times more probiotics in your gut than cells in your […]
Read MoreTrick Not Treat!
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on October 20, 2017
Say Trick Not Treat! Halloween is scary right!? All those ghosts and goblins. Well, ya know what is even scarier? Sugar! I mean that stuff will kill ya. Seriously… I know, kids love it and it’s like the best bribery tool ever, but it is seriously bad for you. Yeah, yeah, but it tastes so […]
Read MoreAre You Struggling With Food Allergies or Food Intolerance?
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on October 20, 2017
Food Allergy vs. Food Intolerance Food Allergy and Food Intolerance sound similar and are often confused with each other. Food allergies are usually a lot more serious and have an impact on your immune system. A food intolerance, while not necessarily life threatening, can cause digestive issues. It can also cause dysfunction that manifests in […]
Read MoreAspirin vs. Natural Remedy for Headaches
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on October 13, 2017
Say your fire alarm goes off in the middle of the night while you’re sleeping. The alarm is doing its job letting you know there is smoke and possibly fire in your home. In this scenario, it might seem silly to remove the battery and go back to sleep. There’s smoke in your house! When […]
Read MoreWhat do you do for…?
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on October 2, 2017
When you meet someone new and they know you are a doctor, the conversation always seems to go to the same place. If I’m on an airplane, at a party, or waiting in line at the grocery store, it doesn’t matter. Once people find out that I am a doctor, especially a Naturopath, they start […]
Read More7 Ways To Optimize Your Bedroom For Sleep
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on September 29, 2017
Do you wake up after sleeping a full eight hours still feeling tired or wake up throughout the night feeling wide awake? If you don’t get quality sleep on a nightly basis your health can suffer! Sleep deprivation can weaken your immune system and accelerate tumor growth. With so much stress and technology in our […]
Read MoreNutritional Response Testing in Clackamas
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on September 21, 2017
What Is Nutritional Response Testing? Nutrition Response Testing (NRT) is a non-invasive, yet very precise tool used to evaluate the health of organ systems and identify nutritional deficiencies. This technique uses muscle testing and organ reflex points to gather information. A weakened muscle response correlated with pressure over an organ reflex point identifies stress in […]
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