Posts by Author: Sara Thyr

Fun Fall Cleanse

Sara ThyrSep 16 2016

Come join us for our Fall Cleanse! RSVP soon, as space is limited!!

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Mandatory Vaccinations and the Personal Belief Exemption

Sara ThyrNov 18 2015

What parents need to know about the new rules for vaccinating children in California.

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The Bleach Paradox

Sara ThyrJul 1 2015

Study links domestic use of bleach with infections in children

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Heart-health Benefits of Peanuts

Sara ThyrMay 1 2015

Study finds that peanuts offer the same heart-healthy benefit as tree nuts

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Plant a Tree, Ditch the Antidepressants?

Sara ThyrApr 1 2015

Study shows inverse association between density of London street trees and rates of antidepressant prescription

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Lavender Oil for Anxiety and Depression

Sara ThyrFeb 1 2013

Review of the literature on the safety and efficacy of lavender

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Fall Liver Cleanse

Sara ThyrSep 27 2012

Join Dr. Thyr for a fun, informative liver cleanse.

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Top 10 Tips to Stay Well this Winter

Sara ThyrDec 6 2011

With the barrage of stress and everyone around us sick - we need to do everything possible to stay well. Here are my favorite tips.

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Hibiscus, Hawthorn, and the Heart

Sara ThyrJul 1 2011

Hawthorn and Hibiscus have a long history of use in traditional botanical medicine in many parts of the world for their multiple health effects, but especially in relation to cardiovascular disorders.

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Pesticides linked to ADD/ADHD

Sara ThyrJun 18 2010

Millions of children are diagnosed each year with ADD and ADHD. A recent report shows a link between pesticides and kids with ADD/ADHD.

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Is a Health Savings Account (HSA) right for you?

Sara ThyrDec 18 2008

Are you tired of high health insurance premiums for plans that then don't cover the health care you want? Consider an health savings acocunt.

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Herb of the Month: Fennel

Sara ThyrOct 1 2008

This common herb safely (and tastily) treats gas and diarrhea.

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Alternative Action for Cold and Flu Season

Sara ThyrAug 27 2008

Stay healthy this fall and winter by bolstering your immune system and having natural therapies in your medicine cabinet.

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Detox Time!

Sara ThyrJan 14 2008

The holidays and all of their gatherings, calories and less-than-optimal choices are behind us. Are you ready for a fresh start? This is a terrific time to start a detox.

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Example Detox Food & Supplement Schedule

Sara ThyrJan 14 2008

This gives you an idea of what a day-in-the-life might be like on the detox. Exact times do not have to be followed.

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Herb of the Month: Comfrey

Sara ThyrJan 14 2008

Comfrey is everything I aspire to be – gentle, soothing, steadfast, hearty, beautiful and amazingly strong and effective. I have been growing comfrey in my garden for many years now. My first plant came from a local midwife after we’d discussed using it on a boil that my husband had. That first plant has been moved, split, shared, harvested and now dons several areas in my garden. Not to mention the gardens of many of my friends and patients. It’s the first to pop up in the spring and the last to look lovely in the fall.

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Healthy Travels Make Happy Travels

Sara ThyrDec 18 2007

Regardless of where your travels take you, preparing well and staying healthy make any trip more fun.

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Five Nutrients All Athletes Should Be Taking

Sara ThyrNov 6 2007

No matter your sport, you will be most successful if your body has all it needs.

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Are You on the Restless Leg Rollercoaster?

Sara ThyrOct 29 2007

Millions of people are affected by RLS. Learn what you can do naturally to alleviate suffering.

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In the News: Zelnorm Recalled

Sara ThyrApr 25 2007

Conventional medicine used this medication frequently for IBS. Naturopathic medicine may help you find and treat the cause of digestive disorders.

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Let your food be your medicine

Sara ThyrApr 25 2007

Honey has a long history in healing. Read about how it can help with spring allergies and other ailments.

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Beat Sinus Congestion

Sara ThyrMar 17 2007

Use these simple tools to help rid yourself of the winter sinus congestion that hangs on after that bad cold. See your healthcare provider if these simple tools are not enough.

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Immune System Boosts for Children

Sara ThyrOct 23 2006

Back to school time generally means that the kids will be bringing home the latest cold germs along with their latest homework assignment. Fall is a busy time for everyone, and getting back into the rhythm of school and finding balance in life is important for the whole family.

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Genetically Modified Foods: A food supply disaster

Sara ThyrSep 11 2006

Genetically modified (GM) foods are not legal in the UK. Seed companies in the US have lobbied and pushed hard to sell farmers the seeds that they have developed, presumably to make crops easier to care for – such as “Round-Up Ready Soy Beans” - the whole field can be sprayed with Round-Up and the soybeans will live while all of the weeds will die off. The problem is that our bodies are not built to handle these genetically modified foods.

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Soak Up the Green

Sara ThyrAug 8 2006

Green is a great buzzword these days. It's used in marketing for everything from home-builders to cleaning products to automobiles. The concept implies that these goods or services will be better for our environment and our health. I am all for it. But green goes much deeper. And as I sit in my back yard surrounded by this very green summer I am totally inspired.

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Beat Spring Allergies

Sara ThyrApr 20 2006

Spring is a time for buds bursting forth and excitement that the long winter is ending. It’s also a time for a great amount of pollen in the air as all of the trees begin to try to reproduce. Simple natural therapies can assist you in decreasing your allergy symptoms.

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Detoxify Your Noggin

Sara ThyrMar 15 2006

If you are ready for a spring cleanse, add these ideas for detoxifying your head.

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Natural Childbirth: Improving Health, Conception to Delivery

Sara ThyrMar 6 2006

This article focuses on benefits of natural childbirth and how naturopathic medicine can improve outcomes in prenatal care.

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