It’s that time of year again where sniffling, sneezing and coughing abound! Stay healthy this cold
and flu season with these immune boosting foods.
Essential Foods for Immune Health
Topical Applications for Hair Loss
At Vitalia Health Care, I like to review functional health factors that may impede the growth of hair.
One treatment I may include is the topical application of medications, or supplements.
Rogaine (Minoxidil) is a commonly known topical agent to reduce the amount of hair loss. While many clients do not notice significant growth from the use of this medication, it is quite common for them to notice increased shedding once discontinuing, meaning it has been helping prevent the hair loss. Two common concerns with using Rogaine is scalp irritation and finding it leaves a grease texture to the scalp/hair. The reason for this is Rogaine contains propylene glycol. At a compounding pharmacy it can be requested to omit this compound.
Our circadian rhythm and melatonin
Circadian rhythm refers to your sleep-wake pattern over a 24-hour period. This natural cycle includes mental, physical, and behavioral changes that the body experiences and repeats each day. It is essentially your internal clock that runs in the background as your body carries out essential functions.
The Healthy Living Profile
Maintaining good health and wellness requires a comprehensive look at where your health currently stands. Maybe you’re considering focusing more on your nutrition or perhaps you’ve started going to the gym a few days a week to get in better physical shape.
What you need to know about zinc
Zinc is a trace mineral essential for human health. It is also recognized as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent used to prevent cell damage that contributes to serious conditions like heart disease and cancer.
Best Strategy to Stay Healthy in Summer
Summer brings a flurry of BBQs, picnics, ice cream outings and late nights. Here’s your best
strategy for enjoying yourself while not going overboard.
Four Simple Tips to Stay Committed to Healthy Eating
“I’ve got to start eating healthy. Starting Monday: no sugar, no gluten, no dairy and I’m bringing salads for lunch every day.” How many times has this, or some variation of it, been said after indulging too much or too often? With a burst of motivation, you start the week off with your new diet rules in place. As time goes on…motivation starts to wane, social events come up, you’re tired of not being able to eat anything and eventually you find yourself back in your old ways.
Managing PCOS Associated Hair Loss
Dr. Natalie Waller, ND
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder affecting many women during their reproductive years. PCOS is associated with a host of symptoms that include weight gain, irregular menstrual cycle, hirsutism, acne, and hair loss.
My #1 Tip to Maintaining Your Health Goals
At this time of the year, we often find the motivation we need to get on the “right track” with our health. Perhaps it’s engrained in us from years of starting a new school year every September.
Hair Thinning, Combining Treatments to Improve Outcome
Dr. Natalie Waller, ND
Hair thinning as we age is concerning, however, rest assured that it is quite normal. The majority of men will begin to notice thinning in their mid-thirties, although some will begin this process much younger. Women, begin to notice thinning in their 40’s and don’t tend to experience the same extent of loss as men.