I am a Naturopath, Clinical Nutritionist and Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist.  I have personally been gluten free for probably a decade...dairy free too, I might add.  Despite this, I am not an advocate for the vast majority of gluten free products out there.  I am also not of the belief that going gluten free is any type of health panacea but I won't cover that today.

 

Here's why I don't like these products:

 

#1 Processing

Most Gluten Free products are highly processed.  I only advocate products in as close to a natural state as possible.

 

#2 Sugar Content

Gluten Free products are almost all alarmingly high in sugars.  Most of these are concealed as evaporated cane juice, pear syrup etc. but make no mistake they are VERY high in sugars.  If you do not know the various substances masquerading as natural but that are in fact sugars read my article How Sweet it Isn't and you will have a better idea of what to look for. http://www.apple-a-day-clinic.com/15.html?m8:post=the-horrific-news-about-splenda-and-better-and-healthier-sugar-replacers

 

#3 Fiber Content

Most, the very vast majority of Gluten Free products,  are not made from whole grains but from refined white flours of various kinds.  Since dietary fiber is necessary for gut health, and to proliferate healthy gut bacteria and colon cancer is the #2 cause of cancer deaths in the US, this is alarming to me.

 

#4 Non Fortification

 

In a perfect world, foods would not be adulterated, but the truth is that for a very long time in the US,  wheat has been fortified with vitamins.  Fortified breads, cereals, and baked goods are the major source of B vitamins for US Citizens.  Unfortified products then could become a huge public health concern especially with regard to things like heart disease and homocysteine levels and for pregnant women who need ample folic acid to prevent some known birth defects.

 

I am not a gluten advocate by any stretch but I know most people have NO IDEA what doing gluten free really entails.  Most of you are just jumping on a silly bandwagon.

 

If you are determined to do so properly, I applaud you but please understand that it is a tremendous commitment to do correctly.  This means alot of time spent researching, shopping, and in food preparation and cooking.

 

A couple tips I will give you are: create your own gluten free flour, bake your own baked goods, use xantham gum as a gluten subsitute in pasta and bread recipes, but cut WAY down on grain consumption.

 

Get your nutrients from non grain sources like non GMO whole raw foods.

Vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, beans, tofu, lean proteins like fish, and good fats like coconut and avocado.

 

Then you will improve your health by going gluten free, and isn't that the IDEA?  Or is it just another Lemming craze that will just make you sicker?

Also are you truly allergic to gluten or wheat...Test to find out!!!!

 

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Acupuncturist

Clinical Nutritionist

Professional Vitamins and Supplements

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Arlington Heights, IL

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Natural Skin Rejuvenation has (finally) ARRIVED!!!

 

And  THANK HEAVEN for that since winter in Chicago can be brutal on one's skin and hair not to mention spirit.  Cheerfully, there is a natural substance or formula for every skin and hair ill.  The results have been so fantastic  that  I have started a specialty product line and company –Beautiful Skin Boutique, to formulate and distribute these products.  Today we are going to briefly visit some exciting developments in natural skin rejuvenation and showcase some of the new products and formulas we offer that contain these natural rejuvenating substances.

 

Problem:  Aging skin,

Natural  rejuvenators:    

Retinols:  Weaker versions of the skin nutrient Vitamin A  important for skin rejuvenation reversal of sun damage, collagen buildup, skin thickening and more.  Retinols are the same skin actives present in Retin A or Renova but no Rx needed and no downside, redness, dryness, inflammation and peeling experienced by many users.  Fix UP! our retinol product contains highest levels of retinol PLUS other actives  like Beta Glucans for moisture and amino acids to boost skin firmness!

 

Hyaluronic  Acid:  A natural component of the human body, HA is a moisture binding and skin repairing treatment perfect for even oily or acne prone skin types.  Combined with marine collagen the building blocks of skin and peptides for a skin tightening, lifting and firming effect in our BuildUP! Collagen boosting serum!   Plump UP! Our skin active rejuvenating everyday moisturizer  is appropriate for anyone desiring wonderful  moisture without greasiness and skin firmness, all day everyday!

Peptides:  Short linked amino acids, peptides are all the NEWS right now as they help aging skin reduce wrinkles, lift and firm the skin.  Called the anti aging heroes we have added all the top peptides to our products at the highest percentages available.  Our  Line UP! Line eraser contains oligo and tetra peptides and can be added to any of our or your other  skin products to reduce and prevent lines and wrinkles! 

 

Problem:  Dullness, uneven texture age spots, sun damage.

Solution:  20% Vitamin C.   Our Brighten Up! Brightening and resurfacing serum contains the highest levels of vitamin C available along with vitamins A, and E and essential oils for the skin.  Used morning and evening major improvements in skin appearance usually apparent within 4 weeks.  SPF 30 like our Climb ON!  Natural mineral sunscreen should be used in conjunction with this and FIX up which can make skin more sensitive to sun exposure.

Problem:Dark spots/Discoloration

Solution: Kojic Acid, Kelp,  Yarrow flowers , hydroquinone, lactic acid

These acids and minerals will help reduce the appearance of discoloration and dark spots. Lactic acid as one example has been used since Cleopatra's time for skin whitening. Lighten Up is our fade product.  A minimum of 6 to 8 weeks needs to be observed with twice daily use as well as sun protection and avoidance of sun exposure.  Combination with BrightenUP!  20% vitamin C serum will hasten results.

Problem: Sagging

Mild sagging can be helped to a great extent with marine extracts and milk proteins.  Our Tighten UP! mask contains a plethora of skin tightening  botanicals, marine extracts and peptides.  Used every other day it will impart a cumulative tightening , lifting effect to the skin.

Severe sagging can be helped significantly by silk proteins, peptides, botanicals and minerals.  Youthful image liquid face lift is appropriate for face, neck, décolletage, etc. 

Problem:  Thin Skin

Solution: Wheat Placenta is a source of 56 skin fattening nutrients.  Present in professional active concentration in Fatten UP!  along with skin fattening caprylic acid from coconut oil and squalene oil as well  as peptides, collagen, and other essential oils such as mango butter and olive butters.  This product is formulated for face, neck and hands and should be used at night time.  It is a heavy cream so should be applied at least 30 minutes before bed.

Drink UP! Is the formulation for body skin.  It should be applied immediately after a shower and may be followed by a moisturizer or body lotion!

 

Problem: Aged, tired skin, clogged pores whiteheads, toxic skin

Solution: Enzymes to resurface skin!

Reveal!  Is our multi fruit enzymatic treatment that exfoliates dead surface skin cells revealing new skin beneath!  It is also helpful for acne or problem oily skin.

ShapeUP! Is our pumpkin enzyme puree mask.   This more aggressive treatment mask is rich in all things that promote exfoliating of the skin and healthy new skin development.

GlistenUP! Is a pineapple enJade Roller zyme treatment that combines the exfoliating impact of bromelain enzyme from pineapples and jojoba beads for lusterous skin that glistens.

Purification Volcanic Mud Mask:  draws out impurities, renews clears, and affirms firmness and elasticity to the skin's surface.  From Italy this is a skin renewal  treat you do not want to miss out on.

Mechanical  Items:

 

Our authentic

Jade Roller

can be used with any of our skin products or treatments to help soothe, cool, SMOOTH and refine overworked inflamed , tired, irritated skin.  From Thailand this is the REAL THING!  Accept no substitutes.

Marine MicroDermabrasion:

ShineUP! A topical scrub which combines micronized marine salts, botanicals, vitamins, and fruit enzymes to truly revitalize the skin!  Can be used once or twice per week as tolerated.  Should NOT be used with inflammatory skin conditions.

Visit our Beautiful Skin Boutique for all my proprietary skin products and we also have tons of natural and effective acne products.

 

We will devote another article on skin topical useful for acne sufferers.  Stay Tuned.  Next time:  Why I don't buy Gluten Free Products and maybe you shouldn't either.

 

Yours in Skin Health and Beauty

 

 

Best of Health!

 

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Taryn DeCicco, ND, LAc, LDN

Naturopath

Acupuncturist

Clinical Nutritionist

Professional Vitamins and Supplements

Chinese Herbs

Natural Skin Products

Arlington Heights, IL

www.apple-a-day-clinic.com

 

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I recently returned an expired bottle of balsamic vinegar to a VERY popular grocery store.  I explained to the manager on duty that it had tasted "off" and I had then checked the label and seen that it had expired several months earlier.

 

Several days later I was in that aisle again and I checked and found my opened and used product back on that store's shelf.  After I complained, I checked again and found said product just moved further back.

 

Isolated incident?  Doesn't seem to be.   In a country where foods are heavily regulated food manufacturers and retailers find ways to scam the public and raise profits.  Many food manufacturers deceive you by subsituting less expensive ingredients as in the well known olive oil scam, or by diluting the product in question.  In some other cases some products are not even close to what the buyer thinks they are getting.

 

Bottom feeding ethics being what they are so often, the US Pharmacopial Convention has set up a data base reporting this type of behavior/product.

 

Food Fraud is the deliberate manipulation, subsitution, tampering, misleading consumers regarding food products.  There is a database to report infractions.  Common food fraud products are extra virgin olive  oil, orange juice, honey, coffee, fish, milk, pomegranate juice-which doesn't even contain a smidgen of pomegranate. 

 

Report these companies. But Better still:  patronize stores that specialize in whole foods and that report on the countries of origin.  Buy from local Co-op Markets and from local farmer markets and local farmers.

 

Don't fall victim to these thieves and swindlers.

 

Best of Health!

 

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Taryn DeCicco, ND, LAc, LDN

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Acupuncturist

Clinical Nutritionist

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Chinese Herbs

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Arlington Heights, IL

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Our abreviated holiday schedule is as follows:

 

Saturday 12/28 normal Saturday hours 9:30-1pm

 

We will do our best to fufill online orders on the 24th and 28th.

 

Thursday 1/2/2014 our Normal schedule resumes.

 

Thursdays 2-5

Saturdays 9:30-1PM

Tuesdays/Wednesdays 2-6PM

 

We wish you the happiest & healthiest of holidays and new year.  I will have limited access to email until the 28th and your records will not be accessible to me.

 

 

Best of Health!

 

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Taryn DeCicco, ND, LAc, LDN

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Acupuncturist

Clinical Nutritionist

Professional Vitamins and Supplements

Chinese Herbs

Natural Skin Products

Arlington Heights, IL

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Gentle Readers!

 

I apologize for no updates since Thanksgiving but since Halloween I have been involved in a very important case, my sister Thyra's dog Rainn!

 

Rainn developed problems back in October which were thought to be chronic hepatitis or a copper storage disorder which were causing liver inflammation.

 

I had another idea.  Chronic inflammatory bowel disorder which had progressed to gastritis and chronic liver inflammation.

 

After weeks of trying various interventions and admission to the animal ICU in Chicago Friday, turns out this theory was correct.

 

Chronic gut infection, probably since birth since she is a young pitbull, had caused widespread and terrible systemic infection and inflammation throughout her body.  Her liver troubles had made for a very risky business in controlling and resolving both then infection and inflammation and she had lost tons of weight and blood.

 

I have been participating fully in both Rainn's care and supporting my sister in her anxiety. This has taken several hours each day. Things have been very stressful and guarded at all times and at some times extremely dire.

 

Strange, that I specialize in gut problems.  In animals it is even more challenging since they present with different symptoms and are good at concealing their illness.  I am relieved to say that at this moment her condition is guarded and stable.  I am grateful to the ICU and big medicine because without it her condition would be most bleak.

 

Still,  as I have learned, never minimize the importance of a healthy gut and immune system.  Without either, things inevitably come to a crisis. 

 

I am hopeful Rainn will make a full recovery.  Please send positive thoughts our way.  I will pick up our wonderful blog just as soon as I can.

 

Wishing you the happiest and healthiest of holidays.

 

We will post our holiday schedule as soon as I am able.

 

Thank you for your kind thoughts on our behalf.

 

 

Best of Health!

 

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We are proud to announce that we have received another Best of Arlington Heights award!  We have been named the best Nutrition Clinic in Arlington Heights for 2013!

 

"A notification email was sent to you earlier this year announcing that the Arlington Heights Award Program has chosen Apple-A-Day Clinic for the 2013 Arlington Heights Awards in the Nutritionists classification.

For most companies, this recognition is a result of your dedication and efforts as well as the work of others in your organization that have helped build your business. Your team is now a part of an exclusive group of small businesses that have achieved this selection.

 

Each year, across the greater Arlington Heights area, the Arlington Heights Award Program chooses only the best local businesses. We focus on companies that have demonstrated their ability to use various marketing methods to grow their business in spite of difficult economic times. The companies chosen exemplify the best of small business; often leading through customer service and community involvement."

 

We hope to post this week's blog article tomorrow!

 

 

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Clinical Nutritionist

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Arlington Heights, IL

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How an attitude of gratitude brings major health benefits?

An attitude of gratitude can foster major health benefits according to recent psychological research from Northeastern University and University of California, Riverside.  By focusing on positivity, researchers have discovered that participants experience better sleep, better moods overall with significantly less anxiety and depression, greater happiness and long term life satisfaction, and kinder behavior towards others even family members!

These studies have also shown that feeling grateful results in less aggressive behavior towards others even when provoked and a “Pay it Forward” towards others which has far reaching positive ripple effects.

I would sum all the research up as stress reduction!  Decreased anger, stress, hostility, lowered cortisol levels translates into better health, and less “angry liver syndrome” which can be so prevalent at the holidays.

How to turn on the gratitude in your life?  A few simple habits  help!   Each day start and end the day with 5 things you are grateful for.  When around strangers, difficult clients or family members make a point of noticing and commenting upon something positive about them.

Perform random acts of kindness. Self esteem rises when people feel good about themselves and their behavior.

 

What if you are just not feeling it ?? Read Dale Carnegie's: How to Win friends and Influence People, or watch It's a Wonderful Life.  Either should help get you in the spirit.

 

You will also enjoy my article; How negativity affects your health right here: http://www.apple-a-day-clinic.com/Health_and_Nutrition_Blog?m8:post=how-does-negativity-affect-your-health

 

Mood a problem? We have many helpful natural products to help!

 

Holiday cheers to all of you.  We appreciate each and every one of you.  Thank you from the bottom of our cart!

 

I am truly sorry we have fallen behind but it won't happen again!

 

Seasons Greetings 

 

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Taryn DeCicco, ND, LAc, LDN

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Acupuncturist

Clinical Nutritionist

Professional Vitamins and Supplements

Chinese Herbs

Natural Skin Products

Arlington Heights, IL

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 Nutrition for PETS!

 

 

 

Best  Pet Supplements for your furry family member's health

 

 

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Just like people, pets thrive on proper nutrition.  In actuality, veterinary nutrition science is far advanced from that of humans and indeed, many breakthroughs in human nutrition emanate from verterinary clinical research and practice.

 

Most people do not prepare their pet's food.  I have for years.  Second, veterinary quality nutritional support is not readily available to laypersons.  We are pleased to offer you some of the best nutritionals to support your pet's optimal health.  Here are a few items I have used both personally and recommended to clients for years.  They are available in our store right here.  We offer free shipping on all orders and volume discounts on these FRESH products.

 

Multiples for cats and dogs

Again, just like us, cats and dogs require a good multiple formula to help them meet and balance their diets.  It is even more important if you feed commercial foods.  For cats and dogs, I like to see a whole food supplement with superfood like spirulina, omega 3's, flaxseed meal for fiber, and powerful antioxidants such as turmeric.  Detoxifiers like dandelion and yucca as well as basic vitamins and minerals are important as well.  One such product is nutritional support for cats and dogs.  It is one product that can be given to cats and dogs and one that they readily accept.  Read more here

Urinary Health

Cats and fewer dogs seem to experience urinary tract irritation.  Sometimes this is diet related, other times it is how they are born. Like people, cranberry extract supports urinary tract health in both cats and dogs.

PROBIOTICS

Your pet may need a probiotic especially if they have recurrent infections, allergy or skin problems.  You may also need to change their diets.  Just a tiny amount like 1/8 teaspoon of Rxbiotic contains high levels  of good bacteria PLUS accoutrements to get them to grow.

 

Joint Concerns

Dogs are prone to joint problems. Some breeds much more so than others.  We have had great results with Glycoflex by VS.  One half tablet can also be used as a preventative.  NEVER exercise your dog on streets or asphalt.  They won't complain but in no time their connective tissue will.

 

Emotional Problems

I love Rescue Remedy for cats and dogs!  High strung animals respond even faster than people.  A few drops in their water bowl can change stress levels in time.  RR can also be used for acute situations like vet visits or travelling.

 

 

 

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Clinical Nutritionist

Professional Vitamins and Supplements

Chinese Herbs

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Arlington Heights, IL

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Some of you know skin health is very sensitive to diet, but most of you will be surprised at some of the newest findings!

 

 

 

    Sweets even “healthy”chocolate:   Sweets make various skin conditions worse. A study conducted in the Netherlands, suggests that chocolate increases production of interleukin -1b, a marker of immune system inflammation, which increases the inflammation due to acne. Chocolate might increase production of interleukin 10, lowering immune function and creating an optimal condition that allows bacteria to proliferate.   Inflammation is also at the heart of many other common skin troubles.

      Carbs and sugars: No one has acne in Papua , New Guinea! It is a fact that people there eat low glycemic foods, and avoid stuff like BREAD.  Increased insulin levels due to carb ingestion causes the skin to secrete MORE sebum, a greasy substance that attracts acne-causing bacteria.  Excess sebum also can clog pores, and create red inflamed skin or even Rosacea.

   Whole grains and fruits:  Gluten can and will create inflammation if you are sensitive and will initiate an immune response that can result in acne and other skin problems.   Substituting fruits for other high sugar foods will also worsen skin, cause infection and wreak havoc with the immune system.  Excess  sugar in any form also ages skin prematurely.  It literally breaks down collagen much the way sun damage does.

  Dairy: Growth factors present in dairy foods can function similarly to insulin and also increase sebum production. Dairy is also a common sensitivity and/or allergen for many people which increases inflammatory responses and damages the skin.  Lactose is a sugar and if one cannot process the sugar properly it will build up in the system causing skin and digestive inflammation.

       Soy and other food allergens. Soy, nuts and seeds are other highly reactive foods that can create an immune reaction and inflammation that create skin inflammation and immune problems. Also, Vegans and vegetarians can over emphasize Soy and Dairy in their diets, taking in far too much and actually becoming intolerant and reactive to those foods over time.

 Fruited yogurts, dried fruits, granola, trail mix:  These common,”healthful snacks “actually contain more sugar than a candy bar. Sugar literally breaks down your proteins, creating advanced glycation end products, appropriately called AGEs that creates both wrinkles and sagging.

  Junk foods: It should not be surprising that foods lacking in nutritional value are not good for your skin. Negative nutrient foods like  Big Macs or french fries, supply nothing of nutritive value  and actually create  free radicals which damage skin much as excess sun exposure does.  Fast foods and processed chemically laden foods  are also empty in nutrients but high in sodium and calories and can create a puffy eyed appearance. Replace high sodium, processed foods with natural, unprocessed whole foods.  High fat, fried foods even nuts will increase inflammation if over consumed.

  Alcohol: Any type of alcoholic beverage dehydrates the skin and makes skin look older and dry.  Try to get two liters a day of mineral water for fresher looking skin.  Alcohol is also pure sugar weakening the immune system which excaberates conditions like psoriasis and eczema, acne and rosacea.

 Caffeine: Caffeinated beverages will have the exact same dehydrating effect as alcohol.  If your beverages contain sugar it is even worse!

 

   Did you know that over one THOUSAND bacteria may live on the skin surface???  Find out what this means to you.  Reg here to stay apprised of this and other breaking health articles that will be published right here.

 

 

 

 

 

  Source: Healthy Living, Yahoo!

 

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Naturopath

Acupuncturist

Clinical Nutritionist

Professional Vitamins and Supplements

Chinese Herbs

Natural Skin Products

Arlington Heights, IL

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