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The office will be closed from December 20th to January 1st. We will re-open on January 2nd. Please let us know right away if you would like to get in to see me this week or if you need to refill any tinctures or homeopathic remedies. As always you may schedule appointments and refill most supplements via my website.
I wish you a peaceful and joyous holiday season,
Abigail
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My online store Fullscript is holding a Black Friday/Cyber Monday supplement sale from November 28th at 10:00 PM until December 4th at 12:59 AM for a total savings of 15% off all products in the store. This is a great time to stock up on your usual supplements or try something new including body care products.
Let us know if you need help placing your order.
Enjoy your holiday!
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I will be out of the office from November 25th to the 29th. Athena will be at the front desk on November 25th, 26th and 27th from 9am to noon to assist you with scheduling appointments, refilling supplements and anything else that you need. We will re-open for normal business hours on December 2nd. As always, you may schedule appointments and refill most supplements via my website. Let us know right away if you would like to get in to see me this week.
Mark your calendars! My online store Fullscript is holding a Black Friday/Cyber Monday supplement sale from November 28th at 10:00 PM until December 4th at 12:59 AM for a total savings of 15% off all products in the store. I’ll send out another reminder closer to the date. Let us know if you need help placing your order.
I look forward to seeing you soon!
Abigail
The office will be closed Monday October 14th and then I will be out of the office from October 21st to the 24th. Athena will be at the front desk from 9 am to noon on the 21st – 23rd to assist you with scheduling appointments, refilling supplements or anything else you need. The office is closed on the 24th. If you would like to see me before the 21st, let us know right away so that we can get you on the schedule. As always, you may also schedule appointments and refill most supplements via my website.
I look forward to seeing you soon,
Abigail
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Even though it still feels like summer in the middle of the day here in Southwest Colorado, the seasons are changing and it is time to start cooking and eating accordingly! This type of soup is the perfect thing to do with that butternut squash sitting on your kitchen counter.
Curried Butternut Squash Soup
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I wanted to remind you that the packages that I offered at the beginning of the year to celebrate my 20th year in practice are still available at the same prices until the end of 2024. The package includes a one hour visit and two 30 minute visits. The price is $400 for new patients and $360 for established patients. This is 20% off my regular visit prices! The package is a great option for new patients and for those who haven’t seen me recently or have a new concern that they would like help with. The visits should be used within one year of purchase. Let us know if you are interested and we can get you started.
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My online store Fullscript is having a sale starting at 10 am today (September 16th) through midnight September 19th. You will receive 15% off all items in the store. This is a great time to stock up on your regular supplements or try something new. In addition to dietary supplements, Fullscript carries non-toxic body care products, sunscreen, toothpaste, herbal teas and more.
Let us know if you need help finding something or if you would like us to place your order for you. The items will be shipped directly to your address.
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Changes to the hair in perimenopause and menopause are one of the most common and distressing concerns that I hear from my patients at this time of life. Hair can become very thin, dry, brittle and slow to grow. During this time, estrogen and progesterone levels naturally drop, causing hair to grow more slowly and become thinner. Testosterone can become the dominant hormone, which makes the hair follicles smaller. Hair loss can also occur due to severe stress, illness, nutrient deficiencies and certain medications. Below are my top foundational recommendations for these concerns:
1. Eat a nutrient dense diet: Vitamins A, B, C, D, E, Zinc, Selenium, Iron, Biotin, Protein and Essential Fatty Acids are the most important nutrients for healthy hair growth and these can largely be obtained from the diet. Include dark leafy greens, berries, sweet potatoes, eggs, avocado, olive oil, fatty fish, nuts and seeds, whole grains, beans and lentils.
2. Get your Vitamin D and Iron levels checked: Vitamin D is a very common nutrient deficiency and is harder to get from the diet. Iron deficiency can contribute to hair loss but iron should not be taken as a dietary supplement unless blood levels are low. This is more common in menstruating women.
3. Reduce the frequency of hair washing. All shampoos, even mild ones, are drying to the hair. Your natural scalp oils are needed to moisturize hair.
4. Apply a hair oil 1-2 times per week. For deep moisture, apply a hair oil to the hair and scalp, massaging it in. Let it sit for a minimum of 30 minutes up to overnight, and then shampoo and condition.
5. Minimize hair processing and styling treatments that damage the hair. Bleaching, perms, relaxers, hair dyes and heat styling can cause brittle, dry hair. Ask your hair stylist how to limit damage to your hair.
6. Drink mineral rich herbal teas such as nettle leaf, horsetail, red raspberry leaf and oat straw.
7. Consider taking Biotin 5,000 to 8,000 mcg daily. Biotin is one of the B vitamins and can help with hair growth if you have a deficiency. In one study, 39% of women with hair loss had a biotin deficiency. It is a safe nutrient to try for most types of hair loss and I carry it in my office and in my online store Fullscript.
8. See me to get your hormones checked and discuss how to balance hormones to set the stage for hair growth. There are great options for those already on hormone replacement therapy and those who are not.
I look forward to seeing you soon!
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I now have the capability to rapidly diagnose vaginal yeast, bacterial vaginosis and trichomonas infections in the office for a reasonable cost. Testing for chlamydia and gonorrhea will still require sending a sample to the lab.
For those who are prone to vaginal yeast, bacterial vaginosis or urinary tract infections, I want to highlight a product that is newer to my office. Thorne Women’s Daily Probiotic is a great ally in restoring balance to the microorganisms in the genital tract and reducing pathogens by correcting the pH. It is shelf stable and perfect for travel when you might be more susceptible to infections. It is available in the office or from my online store Fullscript.
Let us know if you have any questions!
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It’s that time of year again! When children gather together at school and in extracurricular activities, viruses seem to spread easily. Let’s review my top tips for keeping you and your family as healthy as possible during this time.
1. Stick to regular bedtimes so that everyone gets enough rest–adults included. Sleep helps the body fight infection and reduces susceptibility to illness. I know that whenever I have gone a few nights without enough sleep that I am ripe for getting sick!
2. Wash hands regularly and refrain from touching your face. Advise your children to wash their hands after using the restroom, before eating and when they come home from school or other activities. Ask them to try not to touch their face unless their hands are clean. It can be a significant way to transmit viruses and other microorganisms.
3. Increase immune boosting foods, decrease immune suppressing foods. Include vegetables such as broccoli, leafy greens and brightly colored vegetables, fruit such as berries and citrus, protein sources such as meat, fish, poultry, beans, tofu, nuts, seeds, eggs and whole grains with each meal. Garlic and ginger and many of the herbs and spices also have immune boosting benefits. Limit sweetened foods and beverages, white flour products, deep fried foods like chips and french fries and for the adults, alcohol.
4. Exercise regularly. In high school, teens who are not participating in sports may not get much exercise in their day. Encourage your teen to walk, bike or engage in some other physical activity for a minimum of 30 minutes per day. Exercise strengthens the immune response to viruses and bacteria.
5. Consider supplementing with Vitamin D. Vitamin D deficiency is associated with an increased susceptibility to infection. At our latitude in winter, blood levels of Vitamin D tend to be low. We carry both liquid and encapsulated forms of Vitamin D that can be administered to children of all ages. Dietary sources of Vitamin D include oily fish like wild salmon, mackerel, sardines and anchovies, egg yolks, liver and fortified dairy products such as cow’s milk.
We also carry a wide range of immune support supplements that may be appropriate for you depending upon your situation including Zinc, Vitamin C, Probiotics, Vitamin A, Immune Dx, Cold Dx and more. Let us know if we can help you figure out what you need to stay healthy this season!
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I will be out of the office from August 8th – 12th. Athena will be at the front desk from 9 am to noon on the 8th and 12th to assist you with scheduling appointments, refilling supplements or anything else that you might need. We will return to our normal business hours on August 13th. As always, you may also schedule appointments and refill most supplements via my website.
I hope you are enjoying your summer and I look forward to seeing you soon!
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This summer I have been looking for satisfying and hearty, full meal salad recipes that will hold up in the refrigerator for several days and provide great leftovers for lunch. This is one that I have been making recently that passed the test! Let me know what you think. (This recipe makes 8 servings so it’s great to bring to a potluck or cut the recipe in half if you have a smaller family).
Mediterranean Salad with Quinoa and Chickpeas
Ingredients
For the Salad:
1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
1/2 lb. green beans trimmed and snapped into 2 inch pieces
1 15 oz. can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 15 oz. can white beans, drained and rinsed
1 red bell pepper, seeds removed and chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, seeds removed and chopped
1 cup chopped seedless cucumber
1 cup grape tomatoes cut in half
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/3 cup kalamata olives pitted and cut in half
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
For the Dressing:
1/2 cup olive oil
2-3 Tbsp. balsalmic vinegar
2 garlic cloves minced or pressed
1/2 tsp. dried basil
1/2 tsp. dried oregano
salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a medium saucepan, bring quinoa and water to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff quinoa with a fork and transfer to a large bowl.
2. Meanwhile, blanch the green beans. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and then add the green beans. Cook for 2 minutes and then transfer beans to a bowl of ice water. Drain and pat dry.
3. Add the green beans and all other salad ingredients to the large bowl.
4. In a small bowl or jar with lid, mix all dressing ingredients and then pour over salad. Gently stir until salad is covered with dressing. Enjoy!
Courtesy of Two Peas and Their Pod
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I see patients daily who have a family history of dementia or Alzheimer’s or are noticing memory changes themselves and wondering what can be done to stave off a devastating cognitive decline. I use a combination of diet and lifestyle interventions which are well supported in the scientific literature in addition to Dr. Dale Bredesen’s protocol. The author of “The End of Alzheimer’s Program”, Dr. Bredesen recommends laboratory testing for factors such as nutrient deficiencies, blood sugar control, inflammation, heavy metal toxicity and hormone levels and includes specific dietary supplements, primarily for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory qualities. These interventions can help those who already show signs of dementia although I find that it is best to start early, before you lose your capacity to care for yourself. Diet and lifestyle changes can be challenging enough when you are feeling well but may be impossible to implement when cognition is significantly impaired. If this is something that you are concerned about, schedule an appointment with me to discuss what can be done to keep your brain healthy!
Just a reminder: The office will be closed from July 2nd to the 10th. We will re-open at 9 am on July 11th. Athena and I will both be out of the office. Please let us know right away if you would like to see me before then or if you need to refill any supplements, tinctures or homeopathic remedies. As always, you may schedule appointments and refill most supplements via my website as well.
I hope you are having a wonderful summer and I look forward to seeing you!
Hello Everyone,
The office will be closed from July 2nd to the 10th. We will re-open at 9 am on July 11th. Athena and I will both be out of the office. Please let us know right away if you would like to see me before then or if you need to refill any supplements, tinctures or homeopathic remedies. As always, you may schedule appointments and refill most supplements via my website as well.
I hope you are having a wonderful summer and I look forward to seeing you!
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Now that school is out for the summer, many of us have more flexibility to think about addressing our children’s health needs. This is the perfect time to schedule an appointment for a well child visit or to tackle a specific concern. I love to help children and teens with natural approaches to digestive issues, headaches, skin health, menstrual problems, recurrent infections, allergies, mental health concerns, ADHD, behavioral issues and much more. If you are wondering if I might be the right person to help your child, we can always schedule a free brief phone conversation to discuss it before scheduling an appointment. Let us know if you would like more information or would like to schedule a visit.
I look forward to seeing you!