How to Deal with Iron Deficiency and Its Effects During Pregnancy
Approximately 3.3 million women have iron deficiency anemia (Looker et al., 1997). On top of that, it is more common during pregnancy (West, 2008). Worldwide iron deficiency effects upwards of 2 billion people (Zimmermann & Hurrell, 2007). That is about 1 in every 3 people. Incredibly, it is a leading risk for disabilities and...
What Happens During Our Menstrual Cycle?
Every woman is born differently. We have different personalities, different characteristics and body types. The same goes for every woman’s menstrual cycle. The “time of the month” can be every other month for some women, or very regular. Your period can be heavy and painful, filled with cramps and bloating, but you will always have...
Ways to Reduce Toxins From Our Body and Our Earth
Every April 22nd, we celebrate Earth Day by turning out the lights, conserving energy, and generally just reducing our carbon footprint. Of course, these are all swell habits to have any day of the year, but at Naturna, our efforts are focused on toxins. Toxins are not only harmful to humans on a daily basis, but also our precious...
Gas, Bloating, and Distension
Gas, bloating, and distension are the three nasties that ruin our lives. I can’t tell you how many patients show me pictures of their lovely flat abdomens in the morning and what they call “4 months pregnant” bellies by midday. Sometimes the distension can get so bad that it’s not just about “sucking it in” anymore....
Springtime Allergy Tips and Tricks
April showers bring May flowers, but April also brings one not-so-pretty thing: allergies. As the weather warms up, the plants grow, and we get outside more, our allergies can be absolutely draining. From sneezing and skin irritation to low energy and poor sleep, here are some springtime tips for combating your pollen-fueled woes....
How Acupuncture and At-Home Remedies Can Help With Irregular Periods
Do you suffer from irregular menses such as painful periods, heavy flow, or none at all? The good news is, acupuncture and various at-home remedies can help relieve these monthly symptoms and possibly restore balance! 3 Types of Common Irregular Periods and Their Causes There are two types of each irregular menstruation pattern...
Why is Vitamin D So Important For Fertility?
When we think of the importance of vitamin D, our minds automatically jump to calcium absorption and bone health and that if we do not get enough, our bones would not be strong. Other than bone health, vitamin D is a warrior against many other ailments. People who are deficient in vitamin D can experience many different diseases such...
Luck of the Irish – Green Tea?
Maybe the Luck of the Irish has no association with tea, but I am talking about GREEN tea and everything St. Pattie's Day is green, right? Ok, maybe I am a bit off track, but St. Patrick’s Day is this weekend and instead of trying those green beers maybe there is an alternative. Green tea, anybody? Unlike beer, green tea has...
