Allergies and Inflammation During Pollen Season: What Parents Need to Know
If you or your child have seasonal allergies it’s imperative to understand how allergies and inflammation are related – especially if you live in the southeast (North Carolina, to be exact) like I do. When it’s pollen season here, it covers EVERYTHING. This is unfortunate for me because people already accuse me of waiting too […]
How to Manage Allergies Naturally: Six Strategies
Early season pollen exposure can begin as early as February, and here in Charlotte, NC, it starts ramping up quickly by early March. If you or your child struggles with seasonal allergies (allergic rhinitis), understanding what’s happening in the body is key. In this blog post, I’ll explain the role histamine plays in allergy symptoms […]
Why Healthy Cell Walls Are the Secret to Vibrant Health
Omega-3 fats are essential because our bodies cannot produce them on their own. Let’s talk about omega-3 fatty acid deficiencies and how to incorporate more into you and your family’s diet.
The Wim Hof Method®: Cold Plunge, Breathwork, and Meditation
The “Wim Hof Method” (breathing, meditation, and full-body cold water immersion) has compelling research on its immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Three Reasons to Take Fish Oil
Omega-3 fats are essential because our bodies cannot produce them on their own. Let’s talk about omega-3 fatty acid deficiencies and how to incorporate more into you and your family’s diet.
How to Combat Fall Allergies
Fall allergies can be just as troublesome for kids as the ones that come in spring. Let’s talk about allergy triggers and how to relieve them.
Eczema: Much More than a Skin Condition
As an integrative pediatrician I have learned that eczema is a complex interplay between our genetics, immune system, skin integrity, and the microbiomes of the skin and the gut. Learning how to treat illness using the best of both conventional and integrative medicine has absolutely transformed the way I am able to help kids with eczema.
