by Dr. Brooke Azie-Rentz This month we are focusing on the Kidney; 2 small bean shaped organs located next to your spine on either side. I know what you are thinking: those 2 little organs, you can give one to another person and still go on living, how important could they be? After recently … Continued
by Dr. Brooke Azie-Rentz The holidays have come and gone and Spring is in the air, but the cold and flu season is going full steam ahead, and it is bad this year. Here at Alpine Integrated Medicine, we believe that prevention is the best medicine, but sometimes that is not enough. Here are some … Continued
Molecular Biology of Methylenetetrahydrofolate-Reductase (MTHF-R) and Overview of the Mutation Have you ever looked around an airport and thought to yourself: wow, we all look so different. It’s funny because, when you look a little deeper, you may be surprised how similar we all are despite the difference in our appearances. All humans have basically … Continued
by Chanda Zeigler, LMP, CSP Good Posture: What’s the big deal anyways? I’m sure we all have vivid memories of our Mother constantly reminding us to “sit up straight!” or “stop slouching!” Why is posture such a big deal? There are many great reasons for good posture: standing tall feels empowering, boosting confidence and lowering … Continued
Many of you have taken steps to take charge of your health from dietary changes, regular exercise, removing or decreasing toxin like smoking, alcohol consumption and environmental toxin exposures, hydration and appropriate supplementation if necessary. These steps will be further enhanced if you keep up with screening exams at their appropriate time. To help you … Continued
by Dr. Bridgett Simon, ND LAc We often hear that our skin is our largest organ and it is true. It protects us physically from the elements as well as bacteria and microorganisms. Energetically and metaphorically skin also acts as a boundary. During energy work, I am often creating protective boundaries for people’s energetic system. … Continued
Do’s and Don’ts of Skin Care Our skin is a reflection of our overall health. When we are at balance chemically, emotionally, and functionally, our skin glows and looks as healthy as it can be. However when we are stressed, have hormonal imbalance or are overburdened with toxins from our environment and/or what we eat, … Continued
Herbal Allergy Treatment, by Dr. Rhea Abbott If you suffer from seasonal allergies, you probably have a love/hate relationship with plants (or maybe just a hate/hate?). Grasses, trees, weeds…they’re the cause of our most miserable symptoms, from watery itchy eyes to that constantly dripping nose. But before you write off all pollen-bearing lifeforms as your enemy, … Continued
As a sleep specialist, I’ve noticed we often turn to pills (whether natural or pharmaceutical) as solutions to our sleep troubles, while totally overlooking the basics – your bedroom! Our sleep environment is full of subliminal cues and you can make a big impact on your sleep just by the way you interact with your bedroom or conduct your nighttime routine. Read on for in-depth discussion of how each of these Bedroom Rules plays a role in the restfulness of your nights!
by Dr. Liat Engel, ND Now that spring is in the air and we are all finding ourselves wanting to spend more time outdoors. Activities like hiking, bike riding, running and swimming are all wonderful opportunities for getting our bodies and spirits out of the sleepy hibernation mode of wintertime. Naturally, increased physical activity and … Continued
