Holistic Health Blog
Boost Your Immune System with Echinacea
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on November 14, 2016
Echinacea is a widely used herbal medicine that combats colds and infections. This herb’s antibacterial and antibiotic properties help to support a healthy immune system and reduce inflammation. Echinacea is able to activate your body’s immune response to combat both bacterial and viral infections. Add echinacea to your daily routine to improve your immune system […]
Read MoreDigestion 1-2-3
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on November 8, 2016
The holidays are here and I know… Santa told me… You are all eating like crap! So I thought I would write up a quick description of the digestive process to help you pinpoint what ails ya. Below I have listed the job, the prob, and the fix for the 3 main areas of digestion. […]
Read MoreThanksgiving Stuffing Paleo-Style
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on November 4, 2016
This Paleo-styled stuffing is the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving dinner. With bacon, sweet potatoes, cranberries, mushrooms, and pecans this stuffing has something delicious for everyone. Remember, you don’t have to jeopardize your health to enjoy a great Thanksgiving dinner! Thanksgiving Stuffing Paleo-Style Print Recipe CourseSide Dish Thanksgiving Stuffing Paleo-Style Print Recipe CourseSide Dish Ingredients […]
Read MoreProtect Your Microbes to Support Healthy Bones
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on October 26, 2016
Bones are constantly reconstructing themselves through a process of removing old bone tissue and replacing it with new bone tissue. A disruption in bone tissue replenishment can result in bone disease. Understanding how gut microbes influence your bones is the first step to protecting your microbes to support healthy bones. Learn how gut microbes regulate […]
Read MoreOne Pan Autumn Chicken Dinner Recipe
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on October 17, 2016
Serve your family a pan of chicken, sweet potatoes, apples, Brussels sprouts, and shallots for a delicious autumn-inspired dinner. One Pan Autumn Chicken Dinner Recipe Print Recipe CourseMeals Servings 4 servings Servings 4 servings One Pan Autumn Chicken Dinner Recipe Print Recipe CourseMeals Servings 4 servings Servings 4 servings Ingredients 5 checken thighs bone-in, skin-on […]
Read MoreMom Down! 7 Steps to Keep Momma Healthy
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on October 11, 2016
It’s that time of year… The sniffles are upon us! Kiddos are bringing lots of fun germs home from school. Sick kids, no fun. Sick husband, super annoying! But sick mom, shit is going down! Like the whole household is going down! Being a mom myself, I know how hard it is being sick when […]
Read More6 Ways to Lose Weight Naturally
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on September 22, 2016
Many of us are able to find motivation when starting a new diet but maintaining that momentum is an entirely different story. Stop forcing unnatural diets upon yourself and start losing weight without having to think about it. A few simple adjustments to the way you view food can significantly improve not only your waistline […]
Read MoreCitrus Cold Recovery Smoothie
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on September 14, 2016
Have a cold? Blast that cold away with this Citrus Cold Recovery Smoothie. This smoothie will help boost your immune system with antioxidants like vitamin C contained in the beets, oranges, pineapple and lemon. Don’t forget to drink plenty of water, wash your hands, and rest! Citrus Cold Recovery Smoothie Print Recipe CourseBeverage, Breakfast, Smoothies […]
Read More6 Benefits of Holistic Treatments
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on September 7, 2016
Modern medicine typically treats a health condition in the same manner for nearly every patient. Using the holistic approach, multiple patients with the same symptoms may be treated differently depending on the root cause of their symptom. A naturopathic doctor can use holistic medicine to identify what is causing a health problem, discover why the […]
Read More10 Tips to Support a Healthy Thyroid
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on August 19, 2016
Do you experience fatigue, muscle weakness, or stiffness in your joints? Have you had trouble with unexplained weight gain, dry skin, or thinning hair? These may be symptoms of hypothyroidism, a condition in which the thyroid gland can’t produce enough of the thyroid hormone to keep your body running properly. The best medicine is prevention, […]
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