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Helping Women Navigate Life Stages In recent years, we have noted a steady increase in the number of female patients needing help with the changes that accompany growth and maturity. The female life cycle—from childhood through the fertile years, pregnancy and childbirth, menopause and beyond—poses many unique challenges that need attention. Our approach at Beverly Medical Center has always been to emphasize integrative and natural approaches to help combat the challenges in each of these life stages. With the added … Continue reading “Helping Women Navigate Life Stages”

Healthier ‘Caramel’ Apples Since fall is here, it’s easy to succumb to traditional cravings such as baked goods, candy corn and candied or caramel apples. Caramel is delicious, however it is full of processed sugar and heavy dairy. So let’s try making a special little fall treat that is a bit healthier than the traditional caramel apples. Ingredients 16 medjool dates, pitted 1/4 cup non-dairy milk, (such as soy or almond) ¼ refined coconut oil 1 1/2 tablespoons peanut butter … Continue reading “Healthier ‘Caramel’ Apples”

Raleigh Restaurants with Healthy Options Sometimes, it is nice to get some take out once in a while. The challenge is to find healthier options like gluten free or vegan / vegetarian options. Good news is that we have found some great places right here in Raleigh, NC that are serving up great service and healthy food options nearby. Here are some of our favorite local spots. Irregardless Cafe and Catering This spot has been serving farm to table dishes … Continue reading “Raleigh Restaurants with Healthy Options”

Fresh Green Bean Casserole(Gluten and Dairy Free, Vegan optional) Part of our Healthier Holiday’s series, this popular side dish just got a healthier makeover. Give this recipe a try for your holiday table this year! This fresh green bean casserole is gluten free, dairy free and vegan optional. ***To make this dish even healthier, you can omit the thickening agent for the mushroom gravy, and the cooking spray when making the french onions. These are used for texturizing the dish … Continue reading “Fresh Green Bean Casserole”

Butternut Mac(Vegan, Gluten-free Optional) Another dish for the holiday table! This vegan mac and “cheese” is made with a butternut and coconut milk sauce. To make this recipe gluten free, just select your favorite gluten free pasta. Ingredients 2 cups of cubed Butternut Squash ¼ cup of Alternative Milk (Almond or Coconut preferred) 1 tablespoon of Olive Oil 2 tablespoons of Lemon Juice 1 teaspoon Paprika ¼ cup Nutritional Yeast 3 cloves of Minced Garlic ½ Medium Onion Diced Salt … Continue reading “Butternut Mac”

24 Hour Comprehensive Hormone Profiling Type of Test: 24 hour Urine Collection, Tests profile for 20 Hormones Why Profiling? A profile provides in tabular format a group of data, which may reveal traits or characteristics, which might not be gleaned from single data points seen in isolation. Due to the large number and complex metabolic pathways of steroid hormones of both adrenal and gonadal origin, profiling has been a goal since the late 1960’s. However, clinical hormone testing has largely … Continue reading “24 Hour Comprehensive Hormone Profiling”

General Information of Adrenal Stress Index Testing If you are experiencing stress, fatigue, insomnia, anxiety or depression, it could mean that your adrenal glands are not functioning properly. Your adrenal glands are responsible for producing hormones you need, such as adrenaline and cortisol. Cortisol specifically aids you in managing stress among other important functions. Sometimes, our adrenal glands don’t work as well as they are supposed to. Of which results in some abnormalities in energy production, bone growth, immunity, quality … Continue reading “Adrenal Stress Index Testing”

What is MRT Testing MRT stands for Mediator Release Test. All food-induced inflammatory reactions involve mediator release, which is the single most important event leading to all the negative effects you may be suffering, including symptom generation. There are 3 categories of diet-induced inflammatory reactions. Food Allergy, Food-Induced Autoimmune Disease, and Food Sensitivities Food and food-chemical sensitivities are highly complex non-allergic (non-IgE), non-celiac inflammatory reactions. They follow multiple inflammatory pathways and may be governed by either innate or adaptive immune … Continue reading “MRT Testing”

About GI Map Testing Your gut health plays a vital role in mediating the effects of your diet and other health factors including metabolic, digestive, neuroendocrine and immune functions. With GI Map testing, we can discover the root cause of certain ailments. The GI Map (Microbial Assay Plus) is equipped with technology to detect bacteria, fungi, parasites and more by targeting specific genetic markers of those organisms. Test For: True DNA/PCR Assay Quantitative PCR Pathogens (bacteria, parasites, and viruses) Measures … Continue reading “GI Map Testing”

About Heavy Metals Test with Mineral Analysis The Heavy Metals Test with Mineral Analysis detects and measures toxic metals and necessary minerals in urine. Since  the heavy metals test we order for our patients also comes with a mineral analysis so it can be seen which minerals you are lacking makes this test extremely valuable. Moving forward, with this information we can execute a plan of care to get your health on the right track. The heavy metals in the … Continue reading “Heavy Metals Test with Mineral Analysis”