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5 Ways to Eat Without Overeating this Holiday Season

Moderation

We’ve always the heard the saying to enjoy everything in moderation, and that is definitely true when it comes to holiday foods. Don’t try to deprive yourself during the holidays, it most likely won’t go over well. Having an extra holiday treat here and there won’t kill you. You’re allowed to indulge a bit, just keep portions small when

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Transitioning to Autumn

With autumn approaching and the beginning of the yin cycle, the energy of plants is moving down into their roots, helping the body become aware of the energy of the season. This season is a time for the body to begin gathering energy for the colder months to come.

The lungs and large intestine are the organs associated with fall.

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Jenny’s bone broth recipe

Homemade bone broth is one of  the most common dietary recommendations for patients recovering from bone fractures.  It is also great for patients with osteoporosis,  or for those with tendon and cartilage issues.  A daily dose of bone broth can work wonders.  It is so easy to prepare. You may have seen chicken feet on the menu in your local

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Gluten-Free? Traditional Chinese Medicine’s 750-year-old Perspective

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Gluten problems might seem like the latest fad, but 750 years ago Chinese doctors were writing about how to treat conditions resulting from too much gluten – leaky gut, IBS, autoimmune disorders, obesity and diabetes. Dr. Nieters will explain how Chinese medicine sees gluten and grains. He will also share his insights on diets to

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Flu Prevention

Dr. Nieters,
If you have the information at your fingertips, I would love know the doses of Vitamin C & D to take as flu prevention so that I can include them in my newsletter.
Thanks,
Katharine
Owner, Pure Joy Bodywork

Dear Katharine,

Vitamin D
The average dosage of vitamin D to stay at

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