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Adults aren’t the only ones who need vitamin D supplementation. If your kids aren’t supplementing, they are likely to be deficient, which can have serious health consequences, especially related to immunity. When D levels fall below 20, the immune system response is impaired. This has been proven in children through repeated studies: In the US, […]
Oxalates are ANTINUTRIENTS, which means that they block the absorption of important minerals (calcium, magnesium, zinc, and iron) that many high oxalate foods (like spinach) are purported to provide in the diet. They can form physical deposits (think kidney stones, fibromyalgia) that lead to pain and inflammation. Spinach is one of the highest sources of […]
Molecular Hydrogen (Hydrogen Water): For once, something that’s not too good to be true, based upon over 500 research studies involving more than 170 human and animal models. It’s rare to find something with such an impeccable safety profile that has proven efficacy for a variety of clinical applications. I personally drink 1-2 glasses of […]
By now you’ve probably heard the term ‘spore-based’ probiotics. Microbiome Labs was the first to formulate this type of probiotic: MegaSpore. Microbiome Labs is a supplement company that was founded by a chiropractic physician and a microbiologist, intent on backing up their products with clinical data. They have published multiple studies proving the efficacy of […]
Dr. Adria Rothfeld, DC, MS Human Nutrition, Certified Nutrition Specialist, with over 30 years of experience in the functional medicine arena, and Julian Ribinik, Precision Nutrition L1, Primal Health Coach, ISSA trainer and Sports Nutritionist, discuss how to use targeted vitamins, herbs, diet and other lifestyle interventions to lower inflammation and reduce your risk of […]
It’s been a long month for all of us. I’ve been fortunate to stay in contact with many of you through remote appointments, and for that I am extremely grateful. I will frequently update you as I continue to learn, and I’m thankful that those of you with health concerns, viral exposure and even diagnosed […]
I have compiled this document after a great deal of study as well as collaboration with highly respected colleagues in the field of integrative medicine. I would like to give credit to the following professionals who have devoted much of their time and resources to researching this topic: Jeanne Wallace, PhD and Michelle Gerencser, MS […]
Antiviral Protocol: By Dr. Adria Rothfeld, DC, CNS, MS Nutritional Wellness Center: 281 Route 34 Colts Neck NJ 1944 Richmond Avenue Staten Island NY Phone: 732-308-3030 // 718-370-7500 DO NOT start any of the supplements in this protocol without first getting approval from your personal physician. Please click on the underlined links to read the […]
Probiotics: The gut microbiome is made up of trillions of bacteria, fungi and other microbes as well as their genetic material. The gut microbiome plays a very important role in our health by helping control digestion and benefiting our immune system (more than 70% of the immune system is in the gastrointestinal tract) and many other aspects of health. The microbiome […]
Understanding the allergic response: In an allergic reaction, an allergen stimulates the release of chemicals that attach to our body’s mast cells, triggering these cells to release histamine. Histamine is responsible for the typical symptoms of the allergic response: Itchy tearing eyes, runny nose/sneezing, rashes/hives, congested sinuses/headaches, wheezing, even stomach cramps and diarrhea. Antihistamines block […]