Clinical Blogs
What is Adrenal Fatigue?
Adrenal fatigue is characterized by chronic fatigue resulting from when the Aadrenal gland functions are off balance. Adrenal glands are the small glands sit on top of the kidney. Adrenal glands easily secrete hormones including cortisol and adrenaline in response to acute stress. However, when we are under long-term stress, this can cause these glands to work so hard that they are not able to keep up with the demands of the body. There are 4 stages of adrenal fatigue: Stage 1: Over-stimulation of the adrenal glands Overall cortisol hormone secretion has increased resulting in over stimulation of the body...
What is new about Breast Cancer & Vitamin D?
Breast cancer affects 1 out of 8 women. A healthy lifestyle and diet are one of the important components to prevent breast cancer. What about for women who suffer from breast cancer? A well-balanced diet and healthy lifestyle contribute to cancer patients’ health to fight against the disease. Latest research shows that High Vitamin D levels may be associated with a lower death rate compared to patients with low levels. Other studies reveal a link between breast cancer recurrence and shortened survival and low vitamin D. It’s hard to obtain enough vitamin D in our diet. Women would not want...
Are you getting enough vitamin B12?
Research study done by the Tufts University in Boston reveals that 39% of participants have the low normal range of B12 level in their bodies. Most of the participants don’t even aware. Initial signs and symptoms can be subtle. (fatigue, low energy level, shortness of breath) B12 is an important cofactor which is required in numerous of our body functions. It’s required for red blood cells production, brain and nerve function, DNA production and metabolism. B12 deficiency can be caused by pernicious anemia, Crohn’s and Celiac disease, vegan diet (no animal products), chronic heavy drinking and some medications as follows:...
B12 and skin health
Vitamin b12 is an essential nutrient and cofactor that our body needs for the healthy immune system, red blood cells formation, nerve health and cognitive function, metabolic health and more. It has a lot of different health benefits when taking it internally. Do you know there are also lots of benefits of B12 when it's being applied topically? There have been supporting evidence for the use of topical B12 in improving chronic skin conditions including dermatitis, eczema, and psoriasis. One study shows that patients with chronic plaque psoriasis (an inflammatory skin disorder characterized by red, dry flakes, skin scales and...
Prepare Your Defense!
Germs and buggers are lurking everywhere, from doorknobs to countertops to your child’s toys. What do you use to clean or sanitize these areas or objects? Do you know there are many essential oils are able to kill germs? Sentry, a premium and powerful defensive blend of essential oils containing cinnamon, clove, tea tree, eucalyptus, lemongrass, lemon, orange, German chamomile disinfect you and your home safely, leaving behind a beautifully clean fragrance. Its naturally cleansing and fragrant blend harnesses the cleansing power these essential oils to keep your home and family clean inside and out. Sentry can be applied topically...