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Fibromyalgia Beliefs First, fibromyalgia is a form of copper toxicity which is caused by copper metallothionein dysfunction (due to genetic errors) along with cellular nutritional deficiencies. Regardless of your deficiency, it can be corr

Aloha, Have you wanted your hair or nails to grow faster and thicker than they naturally do? As my hair grew back after chemotherapy I was extremely impatient. I bought biotin pills to take every day and my hair has actually grown in faster and thicker than before. A picture is worth a thousand words, so here are pictures starting in June 2016 to April 2019 with how much my hair has grown with the help of biotin. I was reading Dr. Purser’s new book Vitamin Deficiency Symptoms & Cures he wrote with Jared Larkin about the benefits of vitamins. I came across biotin and there are even more benefit

Could the cause of hair loss be something more? There are so many reasons as to why hair could be thinning. It could be genetically predisposed, diet, shampoo use, stress, hormones, pregnancy or even vitamin deficiencies! There is always a

Did you know B vitamins can do so much more than just bring you energy? I have found so many amazing uses for the B Vitamins in my practice. All ranging from healing up canker sores, helping regulate blood sugars, helping with fertility an

Zinc. I think we have all heard of it before, but do you know how crucial it is to the body? Not only is it critical for functionality of the thyroid receptors & glands but your insulin receptors as well! Without zinc they would not work! I

Aloha, Do you have problems falling asleep or staying asleep throughout the night? Did you know our body naturally produces a hormone called melatonin from our pineal gland? This hormone is what helps us sleep every night. Recently, I read a couple articles on the cycle of sleeping and waking. The first article comes from the National Sleep Foundation and they found: “A key factor in how human sleep is regulated is exposure to light or to darkness. Exposure to light stimulates a nerve pathway from the retina in the eye to an area in the brain called the hypothalamus. There, a special center ca

Aloha, I am amazed by the various natural remedies available to help with countless health problems. The knowledge passed down from generation-to-generation of the power of plants and essential oils is incredible. Many still use these forms of treatment to alleviate health symptoms today along with modern medicine. I thought it would be great to discover a few of the natural remedies we can use for several symptoms: Aloe Vera - This natural remedy plant is found everywhere, especially by beaches (conveniently used for sunburns). The gel not only helps with skin irritations, but helps the diges

Aloha, Wish you were on a nice, warm beach soaking up the sun during these winter days? If you live in a place that is overcast, gloomy, rainy, and snowy during this time of year how can you beat these ‘winter blues’? Even though ‘winter blues’ isn’t a clinical depression diagnoses, seasonal depression tends to be an issue for many people. Recently, I visited friends who struggle during winter and thought it may help to discuss some of my favorite ways to feel better. Get Up and Move - Set an exercise routine such as running, lifting weights, yoga, swimming. The endorphins produced will improv

Aloha, This week I researched the top medical issues of the United States. A few surprised me as over the years many causes repeated several years in a row. I believe knowledge is power and understanding what runs in your family, along with symptoms, may help you find the needed treatment now. Below are ten of the leading causes of death in the United States. Heart Disease Cancer Chronic Lung Disease Stroke Alzheimer's Diabetes Pneumonia Kidney Disease Accidents Suicide It was eye opening while compiling this list of how many of these causes could have been addressed with the recent advances i

Aloha, A new year has started, giving us a fresh start. When reflecting on 2018, what lifestyle choices do you want to improve? For many working out more, eating healthier, and getting back on their program are common goals. What I love so much about the beginning of the year is the renewed energy we have. Of course, we can restart at any time in the year, but the beginning of the new year has an extra motivating feeling in life. I find in my life there is always room for improvement. When we become stagnant in growth, it begins to weigh heavily on the self-confidence and energy we exude. This

Aloha, In a previous blog, I talked about the ‘Sunshine’ vitamin, and today I want to share a little bit about the ‘Feel Good’ hormone. Natural progesterone is an incredible hormone that helps women with many benefits women. Take a look at some of these benefits: Stops or reduces hot flashes Stops or reduces night- or day-sweats Reduces risk of breast cancer Kills breast cancer cells (causes apoptosis) Reduces or reverses fibrocystic breast tissue Reduces the risk of heart attacks (reduces coronary artery disease) Causes somnolence (sleepiness) and aids in sleep Causes weight loss Causes incre

Aloha! One of the most dreaded words for women is menopause. Many women embrace this natural change; however, other women are shocked when it happens to them. Personally, my body is going through menopause as a result of my cancer treatment. Unfortunately, I am very familiar with the constant hot and cold flashes women face during this difficult time. Have you realized what happens to your body besides the hot and cold flashes, or the joyous stop of your monthly cycle? What other changes take place within your body that cause these symptoms? Can you do anything to help compensate for what your