Reduce your Vitamin D intake in the summer time! Are you taking vitamin D? If so you should be reducing your intake during the summer months. How come? Vitamin D is a synthesized in your body when your skin comes in contact with ultra-violet (UV) light. During the winter months, the amount of UV…
Author: Dr.Buttler
Naturopathic physician who is educating people about their health in order to empower them to practice self care.
The importance of exercise!
Fun in the sun! The long summer days are finally here and soon the days at the beach or by the water will be calling you and your swimsuit. So many people go for the crash course of dieting and working out until you drop, but this can be damaging and short-lasting for your body. …
A fishy situation: Lowering your cholesterol
A fishy situation: Lowering your cholesterol Most Americans consume their fair share of oils from different sources, but you could be missing out on one very important oil? Studies have shown that consumption of omega-3 fatty acids are particularly helpful in many metabolic processes in the body, lowering LDL aka “Bad” cholesterol, raising…
Heat up sore muscles the winter!
Heat up sore muscles the winter! The winter months with dry and cold weather can bring on stiff joints and muscles. Even old injuries can be brought to surface due to the weather or increased stress causing back pain and compromised movement. Most often an anti-inflammatory medication is suggested for the pain, but there are…
Stop sneezing through summer time!
Stop sneezing through summer time! Summer should be a time to enjoy the outdoors and breath in the fresh air. Thankfully there are some natural solutions that can help with the bothersome symptoms of allergies. The stinging nettle plant, or Urtica dioica, is found throughout the U.S. and Europe, and is a popular plant that…
GMO and our food supply!
Dr. Buttler here, Another great article and topic by Dr. Mercola and his team. GMO’s (genetically modified organisms) are becoming a serious problem in our current food supply. It is unknown what exactly the long term affect GMO’s can have on the health of our bodies and our planet. I would encourage you all to…
Simple therapies to try at home
Simple therapies to try at home The use of water for healing purposes has been used for centuries, there are even references of therapeutic use of mineral water in the Old Testament. Many European countries have used public bathhouses and hot springs as sources for achieving well being through out history. Father Sebastian Kneipp, a…
The power of breath and how it helps improve cortisol levels.
The power of breath and how it helps improve cortisol levels. Yoga and meditation have been used throughout history as spiritual practice and for general well being. Today they are coming back into mainstream as a form of exercise. Many people think of working out as sweating, lifting weights, and cardio, which are all great…
How to Cook Real Food: An Online Cooking Class
How to Cook Real Food: An Online Cooking Class Posted: 16 May 2010 09:13 PM PDT Over the last few weeks, you may have noticed a distinct decline in the number of posts here at Nourished Kitchen. Don’t worry, it’s because I’ve been busy – super busy – with an exciting new project: an online…
Is gluten a problem?
This is Dr. Buttler here and I am a little puzzled about why conventional docs can not open there eyes wide enough to understand simple philosophies of health that can have profound affects on there patients. I would encourage you to read this article on why you should not be gluten free if you do…