Entries by Dr Susanne

AVOIDING STAPH INFECTIONS

Staying healthy is not just about what you eat or how often you exercise, it is also about your hygiene. We touch hundreds of things every day and transfer thousands of germs around without a second thought. It is in small work environments or hospitals however, where most people contract a common bacterial infection, staphylococcus […]

THE POWER OF HEMP SEED

If you are trying to give your body a boost, most people turn to flax seed or soy. What we should be looking for however, is hemp seed. Hemp seed is the most nutritionally dense seed you can find today. Hemp is extremely high in protein, making it a great substitute for meat or eggs. […]

HELP YOURSELF THIS NEW YEAR

Why is managing your serotonin levels so important? They are responsible for so much! Serotonin is a neurotransmitter produced and released in the body to regulate brain process. The level of serotonin in your body can effect your mood, stress levels, sleeping patterns, and appetite. If you have low levels of serotonin in your body […]

SLEEP ALL NIGHT WITH PHOSPHATIDYLSERINE

Everyday stress can stay with you, especially at night. Sometimes you can toss and turn for hours without getting a good night’s rest, and it is so important to get a good 7-8 hours of uninterrupted sleep each night. I like to use Phosphatidylserine as a sleeping aid (PS) because it is safe and nonaddictive. […]

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“THE STAIRS” IN SANTA MONICA

Looking for a great new workout without the hassle of an expensive gym or confusing exercise videos? Get outside and join the crowd at the stairs in Santa Monica. This great local spot is dripping with workout fanatics who enjoy a good sweat just as much as you. The stairs are located at 4th street […]

TREATING THE COMMON COLD SORE

We are all familiar with that prickly, tingly feeling at the corners of our mouth, and it is almost always the sign of an incoming cold sore. Cold sores are incurable but entirely treatable. They are caused by the herpes simplex virus that causes fluid build-up under the skin. They typically show up around the […]

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TREATING BLOOD SUGAR IMBALANCES

Our blood sugar levels play a more important role than you think. Over the past few years, with more and more people becoming diagnosed with Type II diabetes, it has become clear how important it is to take control of our health. Fortunately, researchers have found a new and natural way to help balance out […]

GLUTATHIONE FOR THE SKIN

Believe it or not, the next big thing in skincare is a gem produced by our very own bodies called glutathione, and it is one of the best ways to keep your skin looking radiant day in and day out. Glutathione is naturally found in every cell of the body but the highest levels can […]

MERCURY LEVELS IN YOUR FISH

How high are the mercury levels in your fish?  According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), “nearly all fish and shellfish contain traces of mercury.”  High mercury levels can be dangerous to everyone especially women who are expecting. Mercury’s effects on developing babies range from hindering motor skills, visual-spatial skills, and the development of the […]