The Benefits of Black Cumin Seed

August 24, 2018 DrDelMonte 0 Comments

by Dr. Andrea DelMonte, D.C., M.S.A.   Also known by its Latin name, Nigella sativa, black cumin seed is an annual flowering plant from the buttercup family and are native to southern Europe, North Africa and Southwest Asia. The seeds are smaller than sesame seeds, and dark, almost black. The seeds have been used for …

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Turmeric for Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

August 15, 2018 DrDelMonte 0 Comments

Turmeric is a spice derived from a root that is similar to ginger. It has a distinctly different taste. Turmeric is used in many dishes from Indian, Thai and Moroccan culture and it been used for its medicinal properties for thousands of years in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine.   Health Benefits The active compound …

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Avoiding migraines by changing what you eat

August 8, 2018 DrDelMonte 0 Comments

If you have ever experienced a migraine headache, you’re not alone. In the United States, more than 38 million people suffer from migraines. Some migraine studies estimate that 13 percent of adults in the U.S. population have migraines, and 2-3 million migraine sufferers experience chronic episodes. Many people rely on medication for pain relief, and …

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Avocados – Nature’s Superfood

August 7, 2018 DrDelMonte 0 Comments

Did you know that the avocado is a fruit? Technically, the avocado is a fruit! It has been cultivated for approximately 10,000 years in Central and South America, and only recently made it’s way into the cuisine of other regions during the 1800’s . In some areas, it’s known as the alligator pear, and you …

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Healthy sources of protein for breakfast

August 2, 2018 DrDelMonte 0 Comments

Breakfast is the most important meal of your day.  Don’t skip it! What you eat for breakfast sets the tone for how you will feel for the rest of the day, and how well your body will meet the demands you put on it.  Not eating enough protein will leave you feeling fatigued … and …

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10 Symptoms of Vitamin D Deficiency

July 30, 2018 DrDelMonte 0 Comments

Many people believe that drinking milk is the only way that you can get enough vitamin D, in addition to healthy eating habits.  However, only a few foods naturally have enough vitamin D.  In order to get sufficient levels of vitamin D though diet alone, you would have to eat two serving of fatty fish …

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Is my tap water safe to drink?

July 29, 2018 DrDelMonte 0 Comments

Tap water is usually treated with chemicals to make it drinkable, but tests often show contaminants that exceed health guidelines. Bottled water that is purchased isn’t much better than tap water. So what are we supposed to do about our water? First, research what your local tap water contains because water that looks clear isn’t …

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Foods that reduce mucus

July 25, 2018 DrDelMonte 0 Comments

The short list of foods to eat when you want to decrease mucus includes legumes, chicken or fish, and most fruits or vegetables.  Legumes are not only a great source of protein, fiber, and vitamins, but they also are less inflammatory than red meat. Chicken and and fish are also good sources of protein, but …

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