Tag: Dr Jocelin’s Health Tip of the Week

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Hot Hamburger Dip

We had this for my parent’s surprise 25th wedding anniversary party.  My close friend’s mom and two other families fixed the food, and this was one of the dishes.

2 lb hamburger, cooked                                  2 pt mild salsa
2 lb American cheese, cubed                          Organic Tortilla Chips

Combine hamburger, salsa, and cheese in a crockpot.  Heat until cheese melts, stirring frequently.  Keep warm.  Serve with tortilla chips.  This recipe can easily be divided in half.  Leftovers reheat nicely on the stovetop.

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St. John’s Wort

Today, I wanted to focus in on a specific herb – St. John’s Wort.  Did you know that it is licensed in Germany and other European countries as a treatment for mild to moderate depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders?  Sometimes called “Nature’s Prozac,” St. John’s Wort helps relieve stress, anxiety, and tension. As you can imagine, this herb has been studied extensively. In fact, more than 20 clinical studies have been completed using several different St. John’s wort extracts. Most have reported antidepressant action equal to standard prescription antidepressant drugs, without the side effects.

St. John’s Wort also has been helpful in relieving a number of the physical and emotional symptoms of PMS, including cramps, irritability, food cravings, and breast tenderness as well as improving mood and anxiety in menopause.  The herb also has antibacterial properties and may help with fighting inflammation.

The herb has been promoted to help treat:

  • bronchial inflammation
  • bed-wetting
  • stomach problems
  • hemorrhoids
  • hypothyroidism
  • insomnia
  • migraines
  • kidney disorders
  • diarrhea
  • malaria
  • insect bites and stings
  • skin diseases

More research continues to be done on St. John’s Wort as it is also being studied as a potential treatment for HIV/AIDS, hepatitis C, and other viral illnesses. And it is being studied as a treatment for obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) as well as other social phobias.

One caution though, people with bipolar disorder cycle between depression and mania, a state marked by excessive physical activity and impulsive behavior. St. John’s wort can bring on mania in these individuals and can also speed up the cycling between depression and mania, so it is not recommended for people with a bipolar depression.  But many others can benefit from its wonderful health improving effects.

Be sure to check out our Organic St. John’s Wort by Solaray as well as Mood Support Blend by Now Foods which contains St. John’s Wort.

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Dr Jocelin’s Recipe – Breakfast Smoothie

My mom invented this one morning when she was in a creative mood.  An absolute favorite at our house.

1 cup of our locally made vanilla yogurt
1 cup milk
1 tsp Lafaza Vanilla
¾ – 1 cup fruit

Combine all ingredients in the blender.  Use whatever kind of fruit or combination of fruit you would like.  Some family favorites are Strawberry, Blueberry, and Peach.

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Digestive Health

Digestive Health is the Secret to having overall good health.  One of my favorite ways to flush the digestive tract is using Robert Scott Bell’s method for gut reset – take 1-2 Tbsp Sovereign Silver with 1-2 Tbsp Aloe Vera Juice.  Drink this combination 1 hour before meals (3 times daily) to allow it to absorb into the gut and begin its healing process thereby reducing inflammation and many resulting gut issues.  Then each evening take a 90 billion probiotic such as the Dr. Formulated ones we carry in the refrigerated section.  After doing this protocol for 2-8 weeks depending on the severity of your issues, begin supplementation with L-Glutamine (an essential amino acid for bowel nourishment), digestive enzymes (to assist your stomach in breaking down the food – where 75% or more of the food content is broken down), and necessary minerals such as SpectraMin (an Ionic Trace Mineral Complex).

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Stress and AutoImmune Disorders

We all know that stress can affect us, causing headaches, anxiety, insomnia, and other health problems. And now, new research provides further evidence that stress can be extraordinarily harmful, resulting in serious damage to the immune system.

A recent study, which was conducted at the University of Iceland in Reykjavik, found that people who experience considerable stress may have a greater likelihood of developing an autoimmune disorder. These results were based on an extensive assessment of the medical records of men and women residing in Sweden between 1981 and 2013. The subjects were 106,464 adults who had sought treatment for a stress-related psychiatric problem, and the control groups were 126,652 of their siblings and more than one million unrelated individuals, none of whom were experiencing a stress-induced disorder.

Among the participants with stress-related issues, who had an average age of psychiatric disorder diagnosis of 41, the likelihood of 41 kinds of autoimmune diseases occurring was much greater than that of their peers or siblings with no psychiatric history. Certain psychiatric diagnoses were associated with a significantly higher risk of autoimmune dysfunction than others, with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) sufferers facing an increased chance of developing more than one autoimmune disorder, including celiac disease, Crohn’s disease, psoriasis, and rheumatoid arthritis. In addition, some types of autoimmune diseases were more closely correlated to high stress levels in the subjects than others. For instance, the risk for celiac disease was greater than that of rheumatoid arthritis.

While the study was not designed to prove that mental stress directly results in the development of autoimmune diseases, it did show a strong association between the two. Similar links have been found in earlier research, such as a 2015 study at the University of California, San Francisco that determined a connection in Iraq and Afghanistan veterans who had been diagnosed with PTSD and greater rates of autoimmune diseases.

So how do you deal with stress?  Having a strong faith in the Creator and healthy family relationships is the beginning of a strong foundation.  Seeking counseling when needed and support groups are another great option.  Taking advantage of the fabulous AnxioCalm by Terry Naturally designed for relief of stress, tension, anxiety, and restless sleep. Also, try Dr. Jocelin’s Stress Release Essential Oil Blend which is her #1 selling essential oil.  As well as check out the rest of our stress reducing products.

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Inflammation and Dementia

Heightened levels of brain inflammation biomarkers have been linked to the development of dementia. New research finds evidence that chronic inflammation may be tied to dementia.

Last year, Medical News Today reported on a study suggesting that elevated inflammation levels in midlife increased a person’s risk of experiencing loss of brain function and developing dementia later in life.  And recently, researchers from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD, have conducted a study analyzing data collected from 1,532 participants.

Specifically, the team tracked levels of a blood biomarker of inflammation called C-reactive protein and looked at its relationship with the risk of dementia.

“We found that individuals who had an increase in inflammation during midlife that was maintained from mid- to late life have greater abnormalities in the brain’s white matter structure, as measured with MRI scans,” says lead researcher Keenan Walker.

This research only goes to show how important dealing with inflammation now is to your overall health and one of the reasons why we greatly feature our CuraMed and Curamin products which are show through multiple research studies to reduce inflammation as well as provide many other health benefits.

Stop in and ask us about your specific health needs in this area as well as to be sure to attend the free class on August 2nd with Terry Lemerond founder of Terry Naturally makers of CuraMed and Curcumin.  As I have told many of you in the store, Terry is so busy that him traveling for his stores is RARE…you will not want to miss this once in a lifetime opportunity!!!  Be sure to sign up today while there is still space.

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Health Benefits of Honey

Health Benefits of Honey…
Contains Nutrients
Rich in Antioxidants
Can help lower cholesterol and triglycerides
Can help lower blood pressure
Beneficial to Heart Health
Promotes Burn and Wound Healing
Can Help Reduce Coughing
Healthier Alternative to Sugar
Is Antibacterial
Can help maintain a healthy weight
Counters Pollen Allergies
Natural Sleep Aid

You also want to make sure your honey is raw.  Honey found in most large box stores is commercial honey which is heavily processing, may be chemically refined, and excessively heated (pasteurized) which destroys natural enzymes, vitamins, and minerals.

To experience all the health benefits of honey, make sure you are buying local raw honey just like we carry at Whitaker’s Farm Market!

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Fertility and What You Eat

According to a recent study, when the diets of women trying to get pregnant was compared to their fertility rates, it became clear that the foods eaten made a major impact. The risk of infertility doubled from 8% to 16% in those who reported consuming four or more servings of fast food every week, which included items like pizza, burgers, fried chicken, and chips. These findings are in line with those of other research that has shown how profoundly our dietary choices can affect our fertility. A 2012 study at the Harvard School of Public Health found that when men eat fatty, unhealthy food,  their sperm lose the ability to move vigorously enough to make the journey all the way up the ovarian tube.  So you are truly what you eat.  This summer, while enjoying some treats, choose wisely!  Make sure to fix healthy meals with grass fed meats, organic ingredients, and supplement for needed nutrients.

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Never Stop Learning

Never stop learning.  If you stop learning, then your brain is not getting exercise, you grow stagnant, and you do not continue to optimize your personal abilities!  It also helps to keep you humble and encourages you to share what you learn with others.  Learning can also give you purpose, and as Scripture says, “where there is no vision (purpose), the people perish.”

What are some ways you can continue to learn specifically about natural health?
Attend a Free Class at Whitaker’s
Read a Book – have you checked out our bookshelf?
Read Magazines – we offer free ones each month with the latest news, updates, and studies on many health topics
Ask Dr. Jocelin
Read the Weekly Health Tip

The important point is to keep learning!

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Migraines and Headaches

Over 37 million Americans suffer from migraines and headaches. Unfortunately, headaches are an invisible disease, due to its ability to cause people who suffer from it to feel isolated and alone.  June is National Migraine & Headache Awareness Month, and the National Headache Foundation is taking this opportunity to shine a light on the millions of Americans who suffer in silence.

If you are a migraine or headache sufferer, then you understand how debilitating they are. Eating a clean diet low in sugar and gluten which are both possible inflammatory causes is a good base.  Followed by supporting good gut health with probiotics and digestive enzymes.  Then using natural headache “stoppers” is crucial to helping you fight these “show stoppers” and live a healthy normal life.

So which natural headache “stoppers” would I recommend?  My personal favorite is Europharma’s Curamin Headache Relief + Caffeine.  For me, this often works as good as an Excedrin Migraine.  The Curamin Headache Relief is also available without the Caffeine.  If your headaches are caused by muscle tightness, tiredness, or tension, then the Gold Balm by CV Sciences is a definite!  Also, my practitioner grade Peppermint, Rosemary, and Lavender Essential Oils are a great help in finding relief.  Finally, do not forget the homeopathic Migraine and Headache formulas by Hylands. Finding the right solution that works for you is crucial to finding relief and successfully fighting these “show stoppers.”