Nutrition
Common Questions Regarding Omega (3,6, 9) Fatty Acids
By Kelly Kirles, L.Ac.
What are they?
–Omega fatty acids are polyunsaturated fatty acids that cannot be made by our bodies but are necessary for normal function, therefore must add them into our diets.
What do they do?
Essential fatty acids have a ton of benefits on your body and its cells. They help with cellular development and the formation of healthy cell membranes, and they have actually been shown to block tumor formation in animals, as well as block the growth of human breast cancer cells.
Do You Have Low Magnesium Levels?
By: Liz Kelchak M.S.O.M, L.Ac
Magnesium activates over 350 different bodily processes including digestion, energy production, muscle function, bone formation, creation of new cells, activation of B vitamins, relaxation of the muscles, as well as assisting in the functions of the heart, kidneys, adrenals, brain, and nervous system. If you are not getting enough magnesium any one of these systems or more can be affected. Magnesium deficiencies can be caused by many things: mental stress, caffeine, alcohol, tobacco, sugar, medications, low thyroid, diabetes, pain, diuretics, and overall diet (low volume in our soils or food)
Most of the population is deficient in magnesium. The following is a list of symptoms that could arise from improper amounts of magnesium:
- Stress
- Fatigue & Low Energy
- Inability to Sleep
- Muscle Tension, Spasms & Cramps
- Anxiousness and Nervousness
- Irritability
- Headaches
- Weakness
- PMS and Hormonal Imbalances
- Weakening Bones
- Abnormal Heart Rhythm
- Calcification of Organs
THINK GREEN (TEA)!
By Kelly Kirles, M.S., B.S., L.Ac.
In my early 20’s, I found myself struggling to keep up with the demand of going to school and working. I was constantly tired and was drinking, on average, 4 cups of coffee a day as well as the occasional energy drink. I was aware of the boost I got from coffee but also how fatigued I was after coming down from the caffeine. Despite all these stimulants, my energy levels continued to decline! I really felt that someone in their’ twenties should not feel this exhausted all the time.
