Functional nutrition education and recommendations for immune balance including colds and flu, seasonal and food allergies, and autoimmune conditions. Topics include education on the immune system, causes of imbalances, and nutrition tips for immune balance with anti-inflammatory diet and anti-inflammatory supplements.
Let’s face it, we’re all a little stressed right now. 2020 has been a hard year on many, many levels. As Covid cases rise, our lives, schedules, and holiday plans are impacted. More importantly our health and livelihoods are threatened. That creates a lot of anxiety and worry. This is also a time when our […]
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The pandemic has impacted everyone in some way – lost jobs, homeschooling, social isolation, economic worries and health concerns. For me it’s been the health aspect. Several of my close friends work in hospitals here in Colorado and back home in Boston. Sadly, several of mine and my friends’ family members have been sick or
This Virus Became Very Personal for Me Read More »
COVID-19 has drastically changed the daily routine for families. With everyone at home and school now conducted online we understand all the challenges first hand. Our recommendations aim to support parents and children during this unprecedented time. Before all else, kids need LOVE and COMFORT. They miss their friends, schools, and routines. They feel your tension and hear
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These are unprecedented times. Anxiety, worry, and fear are natural responses to this situation. Also unique to this situation, compared to other crises, is that we’re all in it together all over the globe. Be Balanced Healing is here to support you. Please use this guide for tips, resources and nutrition suggestions to help protect and support you if you do get sick. As you’ve heard, the
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Traveling to foreign places is fun, exciting and full of wonderful new cultural experiences. Unfortunately, it can be easy to pack home unwanted virus, bacteria, or parasites that can wreak havoc on your digestive tract. Common symptoms* most often include: Diarrhea Nausea Abdominal Bloating & Cramps Malaise (weakness, illness or discomfort) Rash Fever These side
Did you come back from Spring Break with more than souvenirs and a tan? Read More »
“This Flu Season is the Worst in Nearly a Decade” Reads the Headline on the New York Times. Are you looking around at all the stuffy, red noses and wondering, “What can I do to boost my defenses so I don’t get it (again)?”, or maybe you’re already sick and trying to recover. Here are
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I write about this topic every spring because I personally know that spring allergies are so annoying and debilitating. It’s finally warm and light past 7 pm. You go for a walk after work and it’s lovely. But then you start sneezing. Your nose is running and you have no tissues. Farmer’s blow? Your sleeve?
Digestion Connection: Seasonal Allergies and Digestive Problems Read More »
Do You or Someone You Love Need Spring Allergy Relief? All the signs of spring are here: blooming flowers, grass is growing, longer days and… allergies. Who’s feeling it? Sneezing, stuffy head, malaise, and itchy eyes – we all know the telltale signs of spring allergies. What are allergies and why are you getting them?
Spring Allergies: 5 Supplements to Get Relief NOW Read More »
Holiday parties have you eating more cookies than usual? Relatives staying at your house causing extra stress? Or maybe all the holiday cheer is keeping you up later at night? Tis the season for abandoning our regular routines and eating habits. Here’s a few tips to keep you feeling jolly during the revelry: Take digestive
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Winter is here which brings the holidays, snow days, hot cocoa and unfortunately colds and the flu. Luckily nutrient-dense foods can strengthen your immune system to fight off those viruses and keep you and your family healthy and happy all season. Here are my top 3 favorite winter immune boosting foods: Winter squashes, such as
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