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Natural Solutions for a Healthy Gut Dr. Vikki Petersen explains the importance of the migrating motor complex (MMC), a natural “housekeeping” process in your gut that clears residual food and bacteria. Optimizing your MMC can help alleviate gastrointestinal issues. To support your MMC, Dr. Petersen recommends eating meals with gaps, fasting at night, and consuming […]
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The Gut-Heart Connection: Palpitations Explained Dr. Vikki Petersen reveals a surprising truth: your gut might be behind those pesky heart palpitations! Learn how digestive issues can disrupt heart rhythm and what you can do to address the root cause and find relief.
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Don’t Harm Your Gut: Essential Tips Dr. Vikki Petersen explains that 70% of the immune system is in the gut, which encounters bacteria regularly. However, when bacterial fragments like endotoxins enter the bloodstream, it can lead to diseases like depression, anxiety, diabetes, and dementia. A poor diet high in refined carbs, sugar, and processed foods […]
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The Pooping-Vagus Nerve Reflex: Explained Dr. Vikki Petersen explains that feeling dizzy or nauseous while pooping is due to a vasovagal response, where the vagus nerve gets irritated, causing a drop in heart rate and blood pressure. This is often linked to constipation. Dr. Petersen notes that addressing constipation, hiatal hernia, and vagus nerve irritation […]
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The Hidden Role of the Vagus Nerve in Gut Health Dr. Vikki Petersen explains that the vagus nerve plays a crucial role in various bodily functions, including digestion, heart rate, and stress response. Dysfunction can lead to symptoms like acid reflux, bloating, and anxiety. Dr. Petersen recommends improving vagus nerve function through techniques like breathing […]
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Still Relying on Antacids? Here’s What You’re Missing You’re taking antacids, but the reflux, bloating, and discomfort won’t go away. Sound familiar? The truth is, antacids only mask the symptoms—they don’t fix the real problem. At our clinic, we focus on getting to the root cause of your digestive issues so you can heal for […]
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The Hidden Truth Behind Processed Food Addiction Dr. Vikki Petersen explains why highly processed foods are addictive and detrimental to health. These foods, high in sugar, fat, and salt, trigger dopamine release, leading to cravings and overeating. They also harm the gut microbiome, increasing the risk of digestive disorders, autoimmune conditions, and mental health issues. […]
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Gluten-Free Foods: What’s the Catch? Dr. Vikki Petersen notes that avoiding gluten can be beneficial for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. However, many gluten-free products are highly processed and contain less protein, lower fiber, more sugar, and more calories. Dr. Vikki Petersen recommends focusing on whole, natural foods that are inherently gluten-free, such […]
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Optimize Your Metabolism for Better Health Dr. Beth Segerholm emphasizes the importance of optimizing metabolism for overall health and disease prevention. Metabolism encompasses not just weight and fat burning but also energy, mental clarity, skin health, and immune function. According to Dr. Beth, factors like chronic stress, hormonal imbalance, infections, and toxins can hinder metabolic […]
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Fibromyalgia and IBS: What’s the Connection? Fibromyalgia is a disorder that is characterized by the “pins and needles” pain or discomfort while Irritable Bowel Syndrome is mainly characterized by abdominal pain, digestive discomfort and alternating constipation and diarrhea. What is the similarity between the two? They both start in your gut! Yes, both of […]
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