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by Dr. Caitlin Bree Kennedy
The Importance of Protein
It is recommended that a person get .36 grams of protein per pound of body weight. A person who is 125 pounds would need 45 grams of protein, while a person who is 150 pounds would need 54 grams of protein per day. While I know there is a lot of hype right now about … Read more
Magnesium- For The Win!
Magnesium is one of the most underrated and most important minerals in our body. Magnesium is responsible for over 600 enzymatic responses in the body and unfortunately the current standard American diet does not provide the required amounts of magnesium. Approximately 60-65% of Americans aren’t getting enough magnesium. Magnesium can help regulate blood pressure, help … Read more
Fertili-Teas
Fertility is a big part of our practice and it’s something I personally love treating. Not only do I love treating it but I love reading about points, herbs, supplements, teas and new theories about how to help women conceive. Today’s blog is going to be about the best tea to drink when trying to … Read more
Fertility Foods You Can Find At Home
Both men and women can be affected by hormone imbalances and can feel different symptoms depending on the hormone being affected. Some of these symptoms include: weight gain, mood changes, poor appetite, fatigue, brain fog, low libido, anxiety, headaches, depression and many more. There are many ways to help balance your hormones with foods, supplements … Read more
Lets Talk About Herbs Baby!
Medicine that uses leaves, flowers, seeds, roots and stems of plants to improve health, prevent disease and treat pain and illness. An herbal formula can be made up of a combination of plants and minerals. There are over 300 herbs in use today. Occasionally animal products can be used in herbs although this is not … Read more
Acupuncture Postpartum: Why It’s So Important
Many women use acupuncture to help conceive but after giving birth have trouble finding the time to come back for appointments. While I understand its hard to leave the baby at home, a little separation and “me time” is important! Below are some facts to consider when thinking about acupuncture post-partum. As when you’re trying … Read more
Acupuncture After Conception: Why It’s So Important
Many women use acupuncture as a means to help regulate their cycle so they have an easier time conceiving, but tend to fall off after conception. Acupuncture can be very important in playing a role for women after they get that positive test. Below are ways acupuncture can be a benefit: It can help prevent … Read more
The Silent Hormone Disruptor
regulating blood sugar is one of the most important things for hormonal balance The standard American diet has our blood sugar all over the place. Sugary breakfast, sweets after meals, sugary drinks and excessive carbohydrates have our blood sugar going from too high to too low very quickly. When we eat something sweet our pancreas … Read more
Herbal Remedies to Help Your Children Through Cold and Flu Season
Growing up I was trained that when you’re sick you go the doctor, not your acupuncturist or herbalist. Even though I studied acupuncture and herbs for years, it’s sometimes still stuck in my head to go to the doctor first. I use 4 different types of herbal tinctures from Blue Poppy Herbs for the different … Read more
