Posted by Dr. Della Parker on February 28, 2018
The models for holistic healthcare and physical therapy are remarkably similar though the practices are fundamentally different. It is because of these similarities that these complementary practices collaborate so beautifully together. The strongest similarity between physical therapy and naturopathic medicine is the practice of tailoring comprehensive treatments for a patient rather than simply treating a […]
Read MorePosted by Dr. Della Parker on February 26, 2018
The terms alternative, complementary, and integrative medicine are often used interchangeably, but they are in fact not interchangeable at all. They share common pillars but ultimately refer to varied approaches to medicine. Integrative health is a process of bringing conventional and complementary approaches together in a coordinated way. A perfect example of this is holistic […]
Read MorePosted by Dr. Della Parker on February 23, 2018
Red wine has long been associated with certain health benefits when enjoyed in moderation. For men, it can reduce the risk of certain cancers, lower the risk of a heart attack, and even protect against a stroke. But for women, there may even be a few more perks to sipping red wine worth knowing about. […]
Read MorePosted by Dr. Della Parker on February 21, 2018
Couples who tend to put off sex, or have trouble making time for sexual intimacy should know that they’re missing out on far more than just a (hopefully not too) brief thrill and a bit of stress relief. There are far more actual health benefits to sex than just physical release. Consider these few proven […]
Read MorePosted by Dr. Della Parker on February 19, 2018
There are many products on the market today emblazoned with the phrase “natural ingredients;” meant to engage customers with a penchant for unprocessed skin care, but casually misleading consumers into purchasing products with significantly irritating components. Avoiding these few ingredients, always using spot tests when trying out new products, and relying on a more DIY […]
Read MorePosted by Dr. Della Parker on February 16, 2018
The all too common refrain when it comes to working out is that there simply aren’t enough hours in the day. Between work, childcare, housekeeping, and fleeting moments of relaxation, it often does seem like there just isn’t time for necessary physical activity. While many folks attribute their workouts to the daily actions that require […]
Read MorePosted by Dr. Della Parker on February 14, 2018
There is an inherent struggle experienced by many mothers, both first-timers and seasoned professionals alike, that comes along with introducing a new human to the world. The stress, the emotion, and the fundamental life changes that accompany new motherhood are demanding to say the least, and sometimes, making time for self-care and mental health can […]
Read MorePosted by Dr. Della Parker on February 12, 2018
With each year comes a new laundry list of precautions, preventatives, and prescriptions for living your best life. What you decide to investigate and audition is a concern of your own body chemistry, your likes, and what you consider achievable — which as we all know, varies from person to person. This year, take all […]
Read MorePosted by Dr. Della Parker on February 9, 2018
Pregnant women are all well aware of the value of folic acid but finding ways to get it into your system can be challenging. There are plenty of multivitamins, and even prescription prenatal vitamins that boast necessary levels of folic acid but let us not forget just how many foods are replete with the critical […]
Read MorePosted by Dr. Della Parker on February 8, 2018
Food Is Medicine! I see patients all day long with varying conditions. Not to toot my own horn (toot! toot!) But I am damn good at getting people better. I do a very thorough intake, Nutrition Response Testing to figure out how to heal the body, functional lab analysis, and make supplement recommendations. One thing […]
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