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PURSER WELLNESSA Natural Approach to Lowering High Blood PressureFrom the reading room

A Natural Approach to Lowering High Blood Pressure Did you know your blood pressure could be out of control without you even knowing? High blood pressure is a major contributor to heart disease, and the months of stress, uncertainty, poor diet and immobility we have all been going through are not helping matters. When the way your blood flows through your body is affected by your habits, vital nutrients and oxygen can’t get to where they are needed in the body. And as the pressure continues to mount, we start to see physical damage in the arteries and organs that can lead to heart disease and

PURSER WELLNESSWhy do I need methylated B Vitamins? From the reading room

Many vitamins and minerals go through the methylation cycle meaning a methyl group is added to a molecule to turn it into its active form. Individuals with MTHFR and other genetic methylation errors are unable to efficiently create the methylated versions of those certain vitamins and minerals. Those with MTHFR specifically cannot make enough 5-MTHF, an activated form of folate, which in turn prohibits the ability to methylate other vitamins. These errors can lead to a number of cellular deficiencies which can cause chronic fatigue, anxiety, depression (BASICALLY MAKE YOU FEEL LIKE A SLUG) and

A episode from Purser Wellness on Substack, covering genetics and methylation, mind, mood, and sleep.

A episode from Purser Wellness on Substack, covering genetics and methylation.

A episode from Purser Wellness on Substack, covering genetics and methylation, pain and wellbeing.

A episode from Purser Wellness on Substack, covering genetics and methylation.

A episode from Purser Wellness on Substack, covering genetics and methylation, mind, mood, and sleep.

PURSER WELLNESSLeading Causes of Death in 2018From the reading room

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

PURSER WELLNESSTestosterone in Men and WomenA conversation with Dr. Purser

Aloha, Have you thought about the possibility of having low in testosterone? Yes, both men and women suffer from low testosterone. Understanding the signs and symptoms, in men and women, can help dramatically and improve testosterone levels. Since I was 30 years old, I forced my body through menopause with a lupron shot prior to starting chemotherapy in order to prevent my estrogen-positive cancer from spreading. Unfortunately, I had the same side-effects women go through during menopause including hot and cold flashes, dryness, and low libido. Have you considered the changes your body is goin

PURSER WELLNESSBreast Cancer Awareness - Part 2From the reading room

Aloha, It was pleasure being able to give you a sneak peak into my story about breast cancer during the Facebook Live Event last month. As promised in my previous blog, this is part two which I am excited to share testimonials of two significant women in my life. Let me share a little background with you. I was diagnosed at age 30 with stage 3 breast cancer. My mother passed at age 42 of stage 4 breast cancer. Many of my siblings and cousins - at young ages - have had to discuss with spouses this same topic of selective mastectomy, to lower their chances for breast cancer. These women are maki

PURSER WELLNESSBenefits of CoQ10A conversation with Dr. Purser

Aloha friends! Have you wanted to learn more of CoQ10, but information about this supplement is confusing? Many people are also confused, and Dr. Purser acknowledges it is a complicated topic. I hope you find answers while reading since CoQ10 as it plays an important role in activating the metabolism. CoQ10 is a nutrient our body naturally produces and acts as an antioxidant which protects cells from damage and improve overall well-being. If you suffer from hypothyroidism, cardiovascular complications, fatigue, or other energy-depleting conditions, CoQ10 is a great option to boost your energy.

PURSER WELLNESSNatural Infertility TreatmentFrom the reading room

Infertility affects thousands of couples each year who struggle to find helpful advice. One common treatment recommended is In Vitro Fertilization (IVF). Although initial testing is performed, it is incredible how many doctors leap to IVF as an answer. The two reasons I would not recommend IVF is the treatment’s cost and scope. To complete the treatment, couples can expect to spend roughly $12,500 (Utah IVF average) while critical infertility issues (low testosterone and sperm count from pituitary, genetic, or nutritional factors) are rarely considered. Unfortunately, more natural female infer