Vitamin D is the new kid on the block in health care. There have been many research studies looking into the role low vitamin D levels have on our health in the treatment and prevention of disease. “Vitamin D regulates the calcium and phosphorus levels in the blood by promoting their absorption from food in…
Author: Dr.Buttler
Naturopathic physician who is educating people about their health in order to empower them to practice self care.
Too Much Cola Can Cause Muscle Problems
Too Much Cola Can Cause Muscle Problems By HealthDay – Wed May 27, 8:49 PM PDT – WEDNESDAY, May 27 (HealthDay News) — Drinking too much cola can increase the risk of a muscle problem called hypokalemia, experts warn. In people with hypokalemia, a drop in blood potassium levels results in problems with vital muscle…
Vitamin D may exacerbate autoimmune disease
Deficiency in vitamin D has been widely regarded as contributing to autoimmune disease, but a review appearing in Autoimmunity Reviews explains that low levels of vitamin D in patients with autoimmune disease may be a result rather than a cause of disease and that supplementing with vitamin D may actually exacerbate autoimmune disease. Authored by…
Gluten Free Handout
Gluten-Free Grains Gluten is a protein found in wheat, oats, rye, triticale, barley, and spelt. It is the glue that holds bread products together and gives them their smooth texture. However, gluten is a common allergen and many people are intolerant to wheat- and gluten-products. This intolerance can lead to many digestive disturbances, mental/emotional symptoms,…
Hydrotherapy Article
Naturopathic Hydrotherapy by author Garrett Swetlikoff, ND Conventional hydrotherapy is the use of water to treat disorders, usually involving exercises in swimming pools to help arthritic patients. In contrast, naturopathic hydrotherapy uses alternating applications of hot and cold water to specific areas of the body to increase blood flow to underlying organs. The result: improved…
Castor Oil Article
CASTOR OIL – Natural Protection from Deadly Viruses From David William’s Alternatives Newsletter. Dr. David G. Williams — ALTERNATIVES — v6 n1, July 1995 Moving on to more “exotic” techniques to increase immune system efficiency, we come to castor oil. I can remember my dad telling me time after time about his mother’s devotion to…
Anti-inflammatory Nutrtion- The general guideline.
Anti-Inflammatory Nutrition Eating foods that are anti-inflammatory in their nature is the first step in living a life of health. Eating fresh, clean, and organic food has a profound effect on your well-being! It is essential to eliminate processed and chemically-rich foods, to support optimal function of the body. A healthy and wholesome diet decreases…
British study points to peanut allergy treatment
This is good insight into how homeopathic medicine works. Dr. Buttler British study points to peanut allergy treatment Fri Feb 20, 2009 2:22pm GMT Email | Print | Share | Single Page [-] Text [+] 1 of 1Full Size LONDON (Reuters) – Children with severe peanut allergies given small daily doses of peanut flour…
Changing our perception of bacteria (germs)
It always amazes me how science keeps proving over and over how the laws of nature benefit our health. As you will see in the article below, the bombardment that our culture has taken against bacteria is proving to be counter productive in our health. Bacteria is a very important part of keeping our immune…
The proper way to exercise for the average person.
Our current belief in exercise has transformed the way we approach this essential part of health. Exercise has become exploited as a way to feel like you are taking an active role in your health. People are packing gyms and exercising at furious rates in order to obtain the much needed cardiovascular support that we…