Oxytocin is called the bliss hormone for good reason! It creates warm feelings of love when bonding and can also influence the digestive system to calm gastrointestinal inflammation.
Pregnancy
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This Bliss Hormone Can Heal Your Body: The Many Benefits of Oxytocin
Posted on May 15, 2012
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Premature Birth and a Healthy Digestive Tract: 4 Steps of Healing During Pregnancy and Beyond
Posted on May 08, 2012
1 out of 9 births in the US are preterm. Find out 4 important steps you can take today to fight infection during pregnancy and reduce the risk of preterm labor!
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Cleansing Environmental Toxicity and Heavy Metals
Posted on May 02, 2012
Everyday environmental toxins could leave you at risk for serious conditions like asthma, depression, cancer, and even Alzheimer's disease! Learn how to cleanse your body of harmful toxins the safe way to boost the health of your immune system today.
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Autism on the Rise: What Mothers and Expectant Mothers Need to Know
Posted on April 17, 2012
It’s sad but true - autism is on the rise. But you may be surprised to find that the largest risk factor for autism comes from environmental factors, like chemicals found in packaged foods!
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A Possible Cause for Autism: Explore the Gut Connection
Posted on April 03, 2012
Did you know that a large majority of children with autism have gastrointestinal issues? Find out 4 important steps that you can take to protect your family's health and prevent autism today!
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Trouble Digesting Breast Milk? How to Treat Infant Acid Reflux
Posted on February 13, 2012
If your baby suffers from infant acid reflux, a doctor may prescribe antacids - which won't get to the root of the issue. It all starts with nourishing a baby’s inner ecosystem to promote healthy digestion and prevent a gut infection.
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A Natural Treatment for Alzheimer's and Rheumatoid Arthritis
Posted on February 13, 2012
Colostrum, a mother's first milk, is full of essential nutrients that are vital to support immune health in both infants and adults. Special proteins found in colostrum are currently being studied as possible treatments for both Alzheimer's and rheumatoid arthritis!
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Can Too Much Sugar in the Diet Lead to Birth Defects?
Posted on January 24, 2012
Eating a diet overloaded with starchy and sugary foods will create an excess of glucose that the body can't process. As an expectant mother, this could trigger a serious chain of events, leading to malformations in an unborn baby.
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Folate versus Folic Acid for Pregnancy
Posted on January 05, 2012
There is a distinct difference between folic acid and folate, which the body needs to promote healthy cell growth and DNA repair. Folate is vital to ensure the proper neural tube formation in an embryo and to prevent heart and facial defects.
