Author name: Dr. Holly German, Fort Collins Naturopathic Doctor

Top 10 Sleep Tips

It’s rare when a patient comes in to my office without having “Sleep” or “Fatigue” on their list of health concerns. We are a chronically sleep deprived nation and it’s no wonder that we are also one of the sickest. Sleep deprivation (less than 8 hours a night) lends itself to weight gain, anxiety, depression,

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Vitamin D

We get Vitamin D after our skin absorbs sunlight and our kidneys and liver convert it to the active form. Food sources are fish, dairy, and fortified cereals and orange juice. I’ve gotten in the habit of testing my patient’s vitamin D levels anytime we do bloodwork. Sometimes even my most sun-loving patients are shocked

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Top 5 Cleanse Tips

Drink Plenty of Water – Drink at least half of your body weight in ounces per day. For a 150 pound person, that’s 75 ounces per day minimum. Rest – Allow your body to rejuvenate. Relax and focus on nourishing all aspects of yourself – mind, body, and spirit. Try taking an epsom salt baths,

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14 Day Cleanse

There’s no better way to boost your health than to simplify your diet with a cleanse. Here are some tips and pointers for a very basic cleanse – aimed to emphasize whole and organic foods, reduce inflammation, and eliminate food intolerances. This kind of cleanse is great for busy people who want to feel lighter, feel more

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Cleansing Foods: Pesto

I met a good friend for tea today before going to see the movie Eat, Pray, Love. While sipping my chai latte I told her I was planning to begin a 2 week cleanse this week. I love doing brief cleanse/detoxes a couple of times of year and often guide patients through the cleansing/detoxification process.

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The Truth About Soy

Because I see a lot of female patients with conditions that can result from hormonal imbalance – endometriosis, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), PMS, acne, breast cancer, fibroids, and intense menopausal symptoms – I end up having “the soy talk” almost daily. Here’s the quick version of “the soy talk:” Soy is good for you in moderation and when

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