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Vitamin D, does it really have to do with a lack of sunshine?

By Dr.Buttler on January 19, 2012September 18, 2012

I keep pondering to myself why I see so many patients with low blood levels of vitamin D. Well in Oregon, it must be because we do not get enough sunshine right? Well I actually think this is wrong.  Of course UV (ultra-violet) light is a synthesizer of vitamin D but I have seen research…

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Paleolithic diet, no grain diet. Is it good for me?

By Dr.Buttler on January 4, 2012September 18, 2012

 You may be asking yourself what it the problem with grains? I thought that grains were good for me, well at least whole grains. There are a few different problems with grain. First, grain is a primary source carbohydrate which converts into sugar. For most people, our diets are heavy in carbohydrate which means we…

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Dr. Buttler likes the Paleolithic diet, well most of it!

By Dr.Buttler on December 8, 2011September 18, 2012

The Paleolithic diet is a new diet based on old concepts. The purpose is to get back to what you where eating 500-1000 years ago. The emphasis is put on veggies, fruits, meats, nuts and seeds to give you the right balance of nutrition to run optimally . If you think about it, we are…

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How addictive foods can be.

By Dr.Buttler on December 5, 2011September 18, 2012

Here is a article below on the addictive qualities of high sugar foods and high fat foods. It is no wonder why people have such a difficult time changing what they eat. In my continual effort to educate my patients and the public, understanding that the decisions you make regarding what you put into your…

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Preventing Colorectal Cancer, Naturally

By Dr.Buttler on July 24, 2011September 18, 2012

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the united states.  While a colonoscopy is the gold standard for medical prevention, there are a host of other preventative measures one can take when working to prevent this condition from occurring. 1) Make sure you are getting fiber on a daily basis. Constipation…

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The bio-identical hormone option!

By Dr.Buttler on July 13, 2011September 18, 2012

Bio-identical hormones are a great option for women who are dealing with symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats and mood changes. When these symptoms are arising in the body, they are occurring due to the low production of both progesterone and estrogen. This is typical for a women around the time of menopause when…

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Farm fresh produce

By Dr.Buttler on July 9, 2011September 18, 2012

Farm fresh produce Dr. Buttler was at the market today cooking healthy veggies and fish to show families the benefit of whole foods. And it’s that time of the year again for farmers markets, gardens, and eating fresh produce every day.  It’s best to get 9 servings of fruits and vegetables a day, but it’s…

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Reduce your Vitamin D intake in the summer time!

By Dr.Buttler on June 28, 2011September 18, 2012

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…

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The importance of exercise!

By Dr.Buttler on June 6, 2011September 18, 2012

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. …

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A fishy situation: Lowering your cholesterol

By Dr.Buttler on April 26, 2011September 18, 2012

  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…

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