Dr. Monarch named President of non-profit, Lyme Awareness of Cape Cod
Dr. Elena Monarch has been named President of the non-profit organization, Lyme Awareness of Cape Cod (LACC), formerly located in Mashpee MA. LACC and its founder, Ron Gangemi, serviced Lyme sufferers throughout the Cape and Islands for 12 years. LACC, now located in Cohasset, provides discounted Lyme care to patients of all ages.
Please consider making a TAX-DEDUCTIBLE donation to help patients in financial need afford their Lyme treatments.
DONATE HERE: http://www.lymeticks.org/donate
Know your food sensitivities
Not sure if you are sensitive to gluten, dairy, or a hundred other foods?
Food sensitivity testing is as easy as a simple finger prick blood test. Call and schedule a consultation with one of our Health Coaches to discuss your concerns and have a complete panel of food tests run. 781-923-7000
Rev up your family's veggie habits this Fall
Need some quick tips on how to promote your family’s physical, mental, and emotional wellness this season? One of the best ways to promote health and create strong immune support in our bodies is by the foods we choose to consume. We have all heard "eat your greens". But do we really know why? Often understanding the why can help us make better food choices. For example, greens like spinach provide over 160% of the daily goal for vitamin A, and about 40% of the vitamin C, both of which support immune function and promote healthy skin. Brussel Sprouts are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin K which are essential for proper brain and nerve function. So, without diving completely into the biochemistry of foods, trust that we can support our bodies in a myriad of ways simply by reaching for great produce.
As we move into fall, be sure to establish your healthy food routines. For example, this is a great time to replace unhealthy snacks with yummy nourishing ones. On ordinary days, pretend you are having company over and set a nice veggie platter out for yourself and your family to snack on between meals. Include celery, carrots, cucumber, peppers, and broccoli with guacamole. Or make a simple fruit salad with clementine segments and mixed berries in a glass bowl so everyone can see them yumminess shining through.
Need other ways to get more veggies in your diet? Make soups for cold rainy days and load them with vegetables you may not normally eat as much of such as fennel, parsnips, and garlic. As the soup cooks, the nutrients of the food melt into the broth. If your kids won’t eat the cooked vegetables, simply strain them out. Even sipping broth from a veggie-loaded soup is beneficial!
It is important to add the foods to your grocery list. Here you go. Enjoy!
Platter:
Peppers Cucumber, Celery, Carrots, Fennel (every day switch up one of the veggies and leave out for everyone pre-dinner so the veggies get in first)
Soup:
Fennell, Parsnips, Carrots, Celery, Garlic, Onions, Spinach (for a little change, consider sautéing these veggies with organic ground turkey, add your favorite seasoned organic bone broth and enjoy!)
Contact Leah Somers for more tips, recipes and healthy eating support 781-923-7000.
Not only do good foods strengthen immune responses, but they can help our mental and emotional wellbeing too. When we suffer with brain fog, a little memory loss, lack of concentration, or poor sleep, the easiest way to start is by getting more selective with our food choices. Even some "healthy" foods are just no good for certain people. We are all bio-individual and receive different benefits from foods. If you are interested in learning how your body reacts to foods, call the center and ask for an appointment for “Food Sensitivity Testing.” This simple finger-prick blood test can show you which foods trigger inflammation in your system and should be avoided.
