Joan Haynes, NMD Joan Haynes, NMD In addition to my busy family practice for the last 18 years, I’ve been studying cancer and treating patients with cancer for almost 14 years. The world of integrative cancer care is taking off. With so much research being done, educating my patients about new evidence-based therapies is exciting. I just returned … Read more
Joan Haynes, NMD Feeling more chilly than those around you? Some causes could be a low thyroid, anemia, diabetes or Raynaud’s Syndrome. Here’s how to find out. Lab Tests Our office or your doctor can run some of the following tests. Tests are selected depending on any other symptoms or health concerns you may have. … Read more
by Joan Haynes, NMD If your vacation plans this summer involve travel to a foreign country, here are some tips to ensure your health stays in tip-top shape while you’re gone. Foreign lands mean foreign bugs, ones that our immune systems are less adapted too. If you are headed to a place where parasites are … Read more
Doctoring Data: How to sort out medical advice from medical nonsense by Dr. Malcolm Kendrick Book Review by Dr. Haynes Almost all of the medical research is funded, conducted, and reported by the corporations with vested interests. Dr. Kendrick has been studying the problems in medical research for over 30 years. After reading his book, … Read more
by Joan Haynes, NMD Could your chronic illness or allergic reactions be related to ongoing exposure to toxic chemicals? A newly available and finally affordable lab test (only $219) screens for the presence of 168 different toxic chemicals all from a single urine sample. Exposure to these compounds has been linked to allergic reactions, cancer, obesity, infertility, fibromyalgia, heart disease, … Read more
Joan Haynes, NMD Make sure you are staying hydrated. Dehydration is very common in our dry hot summers. The first sign of dehydration is fatigue, not thirst! The average 150 poundperson needs about 64 ounces of non-caffeinated fluid daily, more with hot weather &/or exercising. Avoid dehydrating beverages like alcohol, caffeine, and sugar-sweetened drinks. If you must … Read more
Joan Haynes, NMD Prevention Read the “8 Natural Tips to Prevent a Cold” on WebMD for the basics. Boost your immune system Eliminate or reduce sugar. Sugar decreases the activity of white blood cells, your primary immune defense system. A quality multivitamin, fish oil and probiotics will go a long way to ensure your immune … Read more
By Joan Haynes, NMD High in nutrients and low in calories, kale is an ideal food to eat regularly. There are over 60 nutrients found in kale. It is a rich source of the antioxidants lutein, zeaxanthin, beta-carotene, and vitamin C. Kale also contains manganese, copper, omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, folic acid, vitamin B6, vitamin … Read more
Joan Haynes, NMD Do you suffer from bloating, gas, belching, or abdominal pain with meals? If so, maybe your gallbladder is causing the symptoms. The gallbladder is a digestive organ located in the upper right portion of the abdomen directly underneath the liver. The liver makes bile which is stored and concentrated in the gallbladder. As … Read more
Joan Haynes, NMD This article is not intended to tell you which vitamins to buy specifically, but rather how to make an informed decision. You are making a financial choice in your vitamin purchase; choosing the highest quality vitamin makes your purchase worthwhile. Why do I need to take a multiple vitamin and mineral (MVM) … Read more