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When a Gluten-Free Diet is Not Enough

March 27, 2012 By Dr. Joe Alaimo Leave a Comment

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For many people, a gluten-free diet erases all their chronic health problems like a magic wand. For others, it doesn't make a dent, despite a proven gluten intolerance. What gives? A diet that also eliminates dairy, grains, and other foods may be necessary, along with nutritional compounds to restore gut health. Gluten damages the small intestines and causes chronic inflammation. This inflammation extends to other parts of the body and helps explain why gluten triggers so many disorders, … [Read more...]

Fight Inflammation with Glutathione Recycling

March 20, 2012 By Dr. Joe Alaimo Leave a Comment

The term “antioxidant” has become popular in a multitude of products from acai to dark chocolate, but the most important antioxidant is the one made by your body: glutathione. Sufficient glutathione is vital for good health. Glutathione is a molecule that protects the body in many ways. It shields cells from damage caused by oxidation and inflammation, it aids in detoxification, and it helps the immune system function at its best. When glutathione production drops, you are more … [Read more...]

The Link Between Trans Fats, Dementia, and your Brain’s Health

March 13, 2012 By Dr. Joe Alaimo Leave a Comment

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A recent study found a diet high in trans fats shrinks the brain and increases the risk of dementia. Trans fats are found in fast foods, processed foods, margarine, shortening, chips, flaky pastries, many fried foods, and many popular convenience foods. They can be identified in a list of ingredients as hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated oil. Diet High in Vitamins and Omega 3s Protect Brain On the other hand, study participants who ate diets high in vitamins B, C, D, and E and omega 3 … [Read more...]

Resveratrol and Curcumin for Autoimmune Disease and Inflammatory Disorders

March 6, 2012 By Dr. Joe Alaimo Leave a Comment

Thanks to exciting new research, we can more effectively manage autoimmune diseases and chronic inflammatory disorders that plague so many people today. This new approach involves the use of two natural compounds, resveratrol and curcumin, which have been found to work better when taken together than separately. Synergy between Resveratrol and Curcumin Resveratrol is a compound derived from Japanese knotweed, and curcumin is derived from the popular curry spice turmeric. Both are well known … [Read more...]

84 Year Young Hypothyroid Patient, doing Great in 2 Weeks!

March 1, 2012 By Dr. Joe Alaimo Leave a Comment

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Do you have a Chemical Sensitivity such as Gluten?

February 28, 2012 By Dr. Joe Alaimo Leave a Comment

You've probably heard of food intolerances to gluten, dairy, eggs, or other foods. But chemical intolerances, or sensitivities, have become increasingly common, as well. A person with a chemical sensitivity has an immune reaction to chemicals and heavy metals in air pollution, pesticides, plastics, adhesives, household cleaners, cosmetics, perfumes, and more. When exposed to these chemicals, the sensitive person may react with a variety of different symptoms, including migraines, fatigue, … [Read more...]

Hypothyroid Issues During Pregnancy? More Common than Once Thought

February 21, 2012 By Dr. Joe Alaimo Leave a Comment

A new study shows hypothyroidism during pregnancy may be more common that previously thought, thanks to new clinical guidelines for evaluating thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH). The study revealed hypothyroidism in one in six pregnant women, a 10 percent increase after using a narrower TSH range. The new guideline for normal TSH is now 0.3 to 3.0, narrower than the former guideline of 0.5 to 5.0. In functional medicine we use a range of 1.8 to 3.0. Gestational hypothyroidism poses a … [Read more...]