Posted by Dr. Della Parker on March 21, 2018
Nutrition Response Testing (NRT) is a non-invasive, yet very precise tool used to evaluate the health of organ systems and identify nutritional deficiencies. Unpredictable food allergies, sudden intolerances and heavy-lidded malaise can all be traced back to diet; nutritional response testing is a way to isolate and examine how diet affects general health. NRT utilizes […]
Read MorePosted by Dr. Della Parker on March 19, 2018
There are two distinct injection therapies performed at Stellar Health and Wellness; B12 Injections and Neural Therapy. These two treatments are designed to address two specific issues; B12 injections address deficiencies caused by poor digestion, alcohol consumption, disorders of the immune system, vegetarian diet, etc. Neural Therapy is used to decrease musculoskeletal pain. As an […]
Read MorePosted by Dr. Della Parker on March 16, 2018
Over three million people are affected by hypertension, and though high blood pressure is treatable, it presents no outward symptoms. Many things can affect your blood pressure, including stress, a high salt/high-fat diet, and a lack of physical activity, but there are still more insidious contributors to hypertension. If you are above the age of […]
Read MorePosted by Dr. Della Parker on March 14, 2018
Acne happens to most people, and as such it’s nothing to be terribly ashamed of, however, it can contribute to social discomfort and low self-esteem, as well as painful bouts of inflammation. Knowing your specific acne triggers can help you manage breakouts and if you suspect your acne triggers are food based, then take a […]
Read MorePosted by Dr. Della Parker on March 12, 2018
Your kidneys are your body’s natural detoxifiers. Every day, your kidneys filter about 120 to 150 quarts of blood to produce about 1 to 2 quarts of urine, composed of wastes and extra fluid. Your kidneys keep the composition of your blood stable, without which, your body could not function. Needless to say, keeping this […]
Read MorePosted by Dr. Della Parker on March 9, 2018
Real food is a pillar of holistic care. Overhauling your diet is often one of the initial actions taken by your naturopath and for good cause. Processed foods make up a significant portion of many of our diets, without providing anything close to a significant source of nutrients or vitamins. While diet and lifestyle changes […]
Read MorePosted by Dr. Della Parker on March 7, 2018
Let’s start with the basics — the adrenal glands are endocrine glands that produce a variety of hormones including adrenaline and the steroids aldosterone and cortisol. They are the predominant stress handlers of the body, managing inflammation, blood sugar, and fluid balance. They contribute to the production of sex hormones and work with the thyroid […]
Read MorePosted by Dr. Della Parker on March 6, 2018
Are you tired? Having a hard time waking up in the morning or hitting a mid-afternoon slump? One of the most common reasons people are tired is because they are simply just not sleeping. First off, let’s talk about the amount of sleep you actually need, which is 8-10 hours!! I know that sounds ridiculous […]
Read MorePosted by Dr. Della Parker on March 5, 2018
It may be a term you’ve never heard before or one that you’ve wondered about but never pursued, either way, dried blood cell analysis as a vital tool in pinpointing many common ailments. Treatable maladies such as gut dysbiosis, liver congestion, adrenal fatigue or inflammation can all be identified easily through dried blood analysis. Dried […]
Read MorePosted by Dr. Della Parker on March 2, 2018
As spring pokes its little head up from the frosty garden mounds of the Willamette Valley, many Northwesterners are girding their respiratory systems for the coming onslaught of seasonal allergies. While there are several OTC remedies for seasonal allergies, there are just as many natural remedies worth trying — consider these three methods for combating […]
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