ALKALINE WELLNESS BLOG
Healing Through the 4 Human Dimensions
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vmh7nVMUmqM Hi everyone! Hope you all had a great 4th of July. Life is all about embracing change and progress, isn’t it? I believe my health is fully recovered, at least according to all the physicians that poked and prodded me. But...
What’s the Big Deal with CBD?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OnyPP9paNmo CBD is fast becoming a trend in the health community, but many don’t understand the full implications. Medically, cannabis has been linked to the treatment of epilepsy, schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, and many more...
Could You Have GERD?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rjwC97wHq0 Approximately 20% of adults have GERD in the western world. GERD stands for gastroesophageal reflux disease. Symptoms can occur daily in approximately 7% of patients, weekly in 14%, and monthly in 15% to 40% of all...
Ayurvedic Food Combining for Improved Digestion
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5rp_5l2Pjd8 For as long as I can remember, I’ve struggled with digestion. Even as a teenager, I remember feeling the bloat and discomfort after eating a heavy carb meal. But as an ignorant teenager, I assumed the discomfort was part of...
Health is Wealth: My Recent Sickness and Hospital Stay
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMNEuIcDfEo Many of you know I struggled with my health recently. The struggle became real when I became seriously sick and was hospitalized for 9 days. It wasn’t a Lupus flare. It was a serious condition called pancytopenia....
Interactive Metronome Training for Improved Focus
Hello! My name is Leslie and I'm the nutritionist here at Alkaline Wellness. I'm also a yoga instructor and pilates-rehab specialist. When I'm not working with nutrition therapy clients, I might be taking calls, building online programs, helping out with admin tasks,...
The Healing Powers of Gratitude
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ONDAStoNgo As many of you know, I recently got sick. We still don’t know what caused it, but I believe a small argument I had with my mom triggered a Lupus flare that kept me down for a couple of days. A common family fueled issue...
Yoga: Gain Control Over Your Body and Mind
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BEP-WeJIs3s I’ve been under the weather for the last couple of weeks. Allergy symptoms progressed into a flu that finally knocked me out for a couple of days. Being sick reminds me just how much I take my health for granted. The more I...
Could SIBO be the Cause of Your Symptoms?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12yiWME4mVA In our Functional Medicine practice, I see lots of patients with digestive, hormonal, and autoimmune issues. Many patients are stressed to the max and have struggled with symptoms for years. They are left thinking that...
Functional Treatment for ADHD
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9TMtYWKLSLo According to the CDC, the percent of children ages 4-17 being diagnosed with ADHD is increasing. The numbers have gone from 7.8% in 2003, to 9.5% in 2007, and to 11% in 2011-12. According to The Parent Report in 2016,...
Alkaline Diet: What Exactly Is It?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMyZYVyocIA I immigrated to the United States in the early 80’s. Diet in Korea was for the most part healthy, as my mom cooked most foods from home and we really didn’t have many fast food options in the 70’s in Korea. When we did...
Supplements: Do They Complicate or Simplify our Health?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KAR9NgGRBJc On our social media feed, we had a request to discuss supplements to boost metabolism. We were also asked what energy powders can be added to smoothies, what are the uses of collagen and turmeric, and other questions on...
The Alkaline Method Way of Life
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0aretQekk-c Many of you know that I live with a chronic condition called Lupus. It’s an autoimmune condition that can be potentially life threatening. Because I’ve been a health advocate since a young age, I was so confused when I...
Interactive Metronome at Alkaline Wellness
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t5g_1wEaJis Interactive Metronome (IM) is now offered at Alkaline Wellness Center. Interactive Metronome is an evidence-based assessment and training tool that measures neural timing & improves brain impulses within key brain...
Intro to the Healing Practice of Yoga Nidra
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qSMy5ddXm1Y As many of you know, I’ve taken a full week to immerse myself into the Advanced Studies of Yoga through the Asheville Yoga Center. My Yoga practice began over 26 years ago, initially just as a supplement to my already...
Functional Lab Testing for Disease Prevention and Early Detection
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V756GgVmXO8&t=172s Many health issues can be prevented and managed effectively with early detection. The quality of healthcare has declined steadily in the past decade as the “third party payers”, such as the HMO system, puts...
Activate Your Core Muscles to Promote Optimal Posture and Alignment
Our core is essential to the health of our spine and is involved in proper posture and alignment. Yet, too often, its activation is completely lost in the fitness world. We push hard, fast, and heavy with our workouts. Yet we miss the most important...
Healing is an Inside Job
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4dZozimvoY As a chronic illness patient with an autoimmune condition, I have a unique perspective on the realities of our “healthcare” system. To go from health to disease felt like an overnight ordeal, especially for someone who...
Are Your Supplements Doing You Any Good?
To watch this week's blog, click here. I get a lot of questions about what supplements to take. Lots of my patients are trying different ones that have certain health claims. I have patients who get their supplements from different websites, Costco, various...
Hormesis: Becoming Resilient to Stress on the Body
To watch this week's blog, click here. The term hormesis refers to a biological phenomenon where a beneficial reaction occurs in the body after coming in contact with a low dose of a chemical toxin, radiation, or other forms of stress. The term was first recognized by...
Alkaline Detox: Get Serious About Improving Your Health in the New Year
Hi. It's Dr. Connie. As a patient living with a chronic disease, early in my journey, I used to obsess over any new FAD diets that claimed to potentially help me heal. I’ve tried them all from blood type diets to body type diets, Paleo, Macrobiotics, to Keto…. As a...
Reverse PCOS Using the Alkaline Method
PCOS is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, which is a condition that affects 1 in 10 women of childbearing age. That’s essentially 10% of all women. It’s also the most common cause of infertility. The cause of PCOS is unknown. They used to think that it was...
ProLon Fasting Mimicking Diet: Thoughts and Review
Hi everyone! My name is Leslie and I'm the nutritionist here at Alkaline Wellness. I'll be blogging all about nutrition, gut health, and healthy eating on here more often. For my first blog, I wanted to do a personal review on ProLon, which I completed last week....
Healthy Lifestyle Solutions at Alkaline Wellness
As many of you know, I live with a chronic autoimmune disease, Lupus. 19 years ago I thought I had to give up on my future because of my failing health. As I reflect back on my journey with Lupus, I realize I never overcame my disease. Rather, I’ve learned to...
Why GI Health is Essential for Overall Health
The gastrointestinal (GI) tract is one of the most complex systems in the body and is at the center of many chronic diseases. A healthy GI tract digests and absorbs nutrients from food, removes toxins, insures a delicate balance of good and bad bacteria, and...
Achieving Health and Longevity through Physical Therapy
Hello, Our bodies function best when they're able to leverage proper alignment and posture. Due to highly stressful demands of living in this day and age, we could all use a reminder to sit up taller and stand straight. This is what I constantly have to tell my two...
How Stress Can Impact Your Health
Stress Stress is a normal part of our daily lives, but stress can have negative consequences. It is the invisible cause of many of our diseases. It can slowly weaken immune system, disrupt our endocrine system, digestions, sleep, and alter our ability to...
The Alkaline Method: Take Back Control of Your Health
Hi. Dr. Connie here. I’ve been a clinician and a patient for over 19 years. My journey to health was a convoluted one. I’ve experienced the ups and downs of living with an unpredictable autoimmune condition. Subject to conventional treatments such as chemotherapy,...
Autoimmune-Immune System How You Can Support It and Prevent Disease
Autoimmune-Immune System Every minute of everyday, your immune system protects you from multitude of bacteria, chemicals, viruses, and allergens. A healthy immune system should mount an appropriate and timely response to these harmful substances. But even...
Keeping it real with Functional Medicine
Who's in charge? As someone who lives with chronic disease, I strongly believe our health is our responsibility. The line between health and disease is thin and can closer than you think. Healing is an inside job. You're in Control Any practitioners we seek within or...
Apple Cider Vinaigrette
A quick and delicious salad dressing without the processed additives and preservatives found in store bought dressings! Make 2 jars of it and keep one at home and one at work for convenience. This recipe makes 2-3 servings. Apple Cider Vinaigrette 1 garlic clove...
Brown Rice and Black Bean Bowl
Bowls are a great way to combine lots of ingredients into a quick and portable meal! This Brown Rice and Black Bean Bowl is sure to satisfied and energized, and it contains some yummy veggies as well! Talk about healthy! This recipe makes 4 servings, so keep the...
Chopped Tuna Salad
This Chopped Tuna Salad recipe is easy to make for a quick lunch or as a side item for dinner. With tuna added, you will receive all the macronutrients, protein, fat, and carbohydrates, you need to keep you full and energized! This recipe makes 4 servings, so you...
Sesame Broccoli with Garbanzo Beans
This delicious Sesame Broccoli with Garbanzo Beans recipe is perfect as a side dish or as a small meal on its own! It has an excellent balance of all macronutrients- protein from beans, carbohydrates from broccoli, and healthy fat from sesame oil. You'll also get an...
Kale Sweet Potato Soup
This kale sweet potato soup is an easy and delicious way to get lots of good nutrients into your body without even realizing it! Paprika, garlic, and ginger give it a little kick by incorporating a savory flavor. Increase the ingredients to make more servings, which...
Russian Cabbage Roll Soup
This easy to make Russian Cabbage Roll soup is loaded with flavor! This recipe makes a large batch that you can freeze and later heat up for lunch throughout the week. Russian Cabbage Roll Soup 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil1 lb lean ground bison OR ground beef1 cup...
A Functional Approach to Heart Health
There are many risk factors for heart disease, including lack of exercise, poor diet, genetics, and smoking. And making healthier choices can protect you from cardiovascular diseases. Try incorporating these tips and you’ll feel good knowing that you’re looking after...
How to Stay in Shape as You Age
The aging process is associated with a significant hormone decline, or “age-related hormone decline.” The hormone levels begin to drop around 30 years old. And by age 65, these levels may go beyond the lower limits of normal for healthy young individuals. You might...
Kale and Cauliflower Frittata
This Kale and Cauliflower Frittata is a breakfast dish jam packed with veggies that gives you the nutrients and protein you need to start your day! This recipe makes 4 servings, which is enough to feed your family too! Kale and Cauliflower Frittata 2 cups small...
Quinoa and Black Bean Burger
These veggie burgers are filling and easy to make. Not to mention, they're high in fiber and protein due to the quinoa and black beans! Enjoy quinoa and black bean burger for lunch or dinner, and feed your body a meal that's great for digestion! Quinoa and Black Bean...
Simple Lifestyle Changes Every Woman Should Make
January is here! For most us, New Year isn’t complete without making resolutions. We hope you strive for a realistic goals for your health, starting with these simple lifestyle changes: Improve your health. If you have a sedentary lifestyle, jog in the morning or...
10 Healthy New Year’s Resolutions Everyone Should Make
Losing weight is the most common New Year’s Resolution. What better way to start the coming year than with visions of a healthier you and plans to get there! This coming year, make your resolutions realistic and attainable. Start with these small steps that can...
Managing Disease-Related Fatigue
Disease-related fatigue can have a major impact in your life. Although fatigue is a common symptom of many chronic diseases, some people are reluctant to seek medical care. If left untreated, it can take a heavier toll on your physical and emotional...
Top 4 Supplements For Joint Pain
Everyone feel a little soreness in the shoulder or a twinge in the knee. But recent study shows that women are more affected than men. The CDC estimates that among 70 million Americans who suffer from arthritis and chronic joint symptoms, 41 million of whom are...
These Alternative Treatments Could Bring Pain Relief
Is pain stopping you from making the most out of your life? Do you want to break the cycle of pain and pills? The good news is that painkillers are not necessarily needed for relief. We offer safe alternative treatments. The presence of acute pain is often a warning...
Is Stress Ruining Your Diet?
It seems when we are having a tough day, we crave more for pastry rather than a piece of fruit. A Swiss study suggests people cannot resist tasty, unhealthy foods when they’re under stress. Using food as a pick me up or to celebrate from time to time isn’t necessarily...
7 Easy Tricks for a Healthy Halloween
Halloween is such a fun time for everyone. We all dress up in scary costumes, enjoy parties, and your kids get to eat yummy treats. These tips will help you incorporate healthy habits into trick-or-treating. Keep the candy at bay. Tooth decay is painful and damaging...
A Quick Start Guide to Alkaline Diet
Alkaline diet, also known as the alkaline ash diet or alkaline acid diet, can help you lose a few extra pounds and avoid health problems. The general rule is that some foods such as processed foods and refined sugar cause your body to produce acid, which may...
5 Ways to Balance Your Hormones
The endocrine glands secrete hormones which are vital to several metabolic functions. When they're out of whack, you will feel negative effects physically and emotionally. You may begin to notice symptoms such as fatigue, mood swings, irregular periods,...
How to Detoxify Every Aspect of Your Life
Fall is officially here and the new season signals a fresh start. This is also a great time to cleanse and de-clutter every aspect of your life. There are simple changes that you can make to feel focused and ready to take on the rest of the year. At Home How many of...