As the New Year begins, people set intentions for self-improvement through the time-honored tradition of New Year’s resolutions. Among the most prevalent resolutions are those related to health. These resolutions reflect a genuine desire for better well-being and understanding the pitfalls can help navigate the journey to success. The unfortunate truth is that many of … Read more
Boise Natural Health Clinic is now partnered with Beyond Balance Inc to provide gentle herbal formulations for our chronic complex patients. Chronic complex illness is complicated As many of my patients know, chronic complex illness can not only be difficult to recognize and diagnose, but also difficult to treat. There are so many different factors … Read more
Methylene blue is one of the oldest synthesized medications to exist. It was originally made in 1876 for malaria. It was approved by the FDA for a condition called methemoglobinemia, which is a relatively rare condition. In simplest terms, methylene blue helps increase the oxygen carrying capacity of the red blood cells. So, what can … Read more
In late May, I attended the 13th Advanced Applications for Medical Practice (AAMP)’s conference on Mitochondrial Medicine: Healing in Chronic and Post Infectious Illness. It is a 3-day conference that is packed with amazing information that I’ve been attending for the last three years. The Cell’s Mitochondria – damage creates long-term symptoms As some of … Read more
Keeping Indoor Air at 40 – 60% relative humidity will help you feel better in your skin and reduce your risk of flu, COVID-19, and other respiratory illness. Every Fall, when the heater comes on, my skin, respiratory passages, and hair dry up. It’s time to get out the humidifier. We run it 24/7, all … Read more
Cellular membranes become damaged in every acute & chronic illness, environmental toxic exposure, and with aging. I credit membrane lipid replacement with helping me recover energy that I didn’t know was missing. Cellular membrane lipids (fats in the cell membrane) are essential to life and vital to cellular health. Supplemental MLR has been shown to … Read more
By Dr. Nicole Maxwell Planning to travel? Want to take advantage of every minute? Learn how to decrease the symptoms of jet lag so you can enjoy your time instead of wanting to sleep the day away. Jet lag symptoms include: Disturbed sleep — such as difficulty falling asleep, early waking or excessive sleepiness. Daytime tiredness. Difficulty … Read more
by Nicole Maxwell, NMD Adapted from Lauren Cox at Natural Partners You may have a cabinet somewhere in the house complete with glass cleaner, bleach, abrasive bathroom cleaner, etc. Many conventional cleaning products contain chemicals that can be harmful to your health. Try some of these great healthy alternatives. Put them in glass spray … Read more
by Joan Haynes, NMD Fibromyalgia is characterized by wide-spread pain and chronic fatigue, there is no known single cause. However, investigating and treating contributing factors often brings relief. Here are some ideas we can help you explore: Hormones Hormones involving the thyroid, ovaries and adrenal glands are essential in regulating energy, mood, appetite, sleep, behavior, … 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