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The Best Free Immune Boost Ever: Wet Socks.

Posted on January 13, 2011 by Dr. Amy

Wet Socks is an old-time hydrotherapy technique that gives you a great, completely free, non-specific immune boost. This will work to help prevent viruses, bacteria and whatever other crud is coming your way. It’s a way of tricking your body into going on high alert and hunting out any problems that might be brewing. Continue reading →

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Fermentation Makes Everything Better

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Dr. Amy

When I say fermentation people generally think ‘beer’ which is not entirely what I had in mind. Actually I’m talking about lacto-fermentation of fruits and veggies. I’m guessing you are probably familiar with lacto-fermentation in dairy products like yogurt and kefir – just because there has been a healthy trend towards cultured dairy as a way to get your probiotics. Lacto-fermentation of fruits and veggies can give you the same healthy bacteria with added qualities like vitamins, enzymes, digestive help and immune boosting properties. Continue reading →

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Getting rid of the cold that’s brewing

Posted on February 7, 2010 by Dr. Amy

Yes, it’s true. Doctors get sick too. Sort of an occupational hazard when you think about it.

Fortunately I’ve also learned a few tricks to knock it out quickly and easily just as long as I catch it early.

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