Posted by Dr. Della Parker on March 30, 2018
Malfunctioning thyroid symptoms are remarkably common, however, many patients that report these symptoms are told by their primary care doctors that their symptoms are “normal.” A typical test performed by a primary care physician to determine the cause of damaged thyroid glands is really nothing but an assumption about what a person’s hormone levels […]
Read MorePosted by Dr. Della Parker on March 28, 2018
Your ileocecal valve plays a key role in digestive health. This valve connects your small and large intestines and if functioning correctly, should open and close allowing small amounts of matter to pass at a time. If this valve becomes irritated it can become stuck open, closed, or alternate between the two. This can result […]
Read MorePosted by Dr. Della Parker on March 26, 2018
As we age, it’s not uncommon to develop allergies and intolerances. Often these intolerances are improperly diagnosed or undiagnosed entirely, and the sufferer is simply resigned to accept these new bodily changes as a result of “getting older.” It may surprise many folks that they can attribute their lack of energy, their digestive discomfort, or […]
Read MorePosted by Dr. Della Parker on March 23, 2018
Each of our bodies are complex and unique, so it’s no surprise that a one size fits all approach to health and wellness simply doesn’t work. When preventative health care is concerned, having a program that is created specifically for you makes all the difference in the world. Healthy eating is the cornerstone of a […]
Read MorePosted 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 Clinic; 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 […]
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 […]
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