Warning: preg_match(): Unknown modifier '-' in /home/illino38/public_html/wp-content/themes/imedica/admin/redux-framework/inc/extensions/metaboxes/class-redux-extension-metaboxes.php on line 783

Warning: preg_match(): Unknown modifier '-' in /home/illino38/public_html/wp-content/themes/imedica/admin/redux-framework/inc/extensions/metaboxes/class-redux-extension-metaboxes.php on line 783

Warning: preg_match(): Unknown modifier '-' in /home/illino38/public_html/wp-content/themes/imedica/admin/redux-framework/inc/extensions/metaboxes/class-redux-extension-metaboxes.php on line 783

Warning: preg_match(): Unknown modifier '-' in /home/illino38/public_html/wp-content/themes/imedica/admin/redux-framework/inc/extensions/metaboxes/class-redux-extension-metaboxes.php on line 783

Warning: preg_match(): Unknown modifier '-' in /home/illino38/public_html/wp-content/themes/imedica/admin/redux-framework/inc/extensions/metaboxes/class-redux-extension-metaboxes.php on line 783

Warning: preg_match(): Unknown modifier '-' in /home/illino38/public_html/wp-content/themes/imedica/admin/redux-framework/inc/extensions/metaboxes/class-redux-extension-metaboxes.php on line 783

Warning: preg_match(): Unknown modifier '-' in /home/illino38/public_html/wp-content/themes/imedica/admin/redux-framework/inc/extensions/metaboxes/class-redux-extension-metaboxes.php on line 783

Warning: preg_match(): Unknown modifier '-' in /home/illino38/public_html/wp-content/themes/imedica/admin/redux-framework/inc/extensions/metaboxes/class-redux-extension-metaboxes.php on line 783
Andrew Peters, DC, ND | Central Illinois Natural Health Clinic - Part 6

To Calcium or Not to Calcium?

Two big studies that came out recently have muddied the waters on the one nutritional supplement that even conventional medicine has rallied behind:  calcium.

We’ve all heard that supplemental calcium is good for the bones, and may even protect against colon cancer in older adults.  Seems like a logical recommendation.  But like hormone replacement therapy,

What’s Wrong with a Little Snack?

…Nothing, as long as it does not turn into a big snack.

One of the major factors that has been consistently found to influence weight gain or loss is controlling portion size.  Sometimes this is easier said than done — for example, at buffets where the available portions are seemingly endless.

Researchers at Cornell University (1) recently ran an experiment to test this in a new way.

Seeds of Heart Health for the New Year

You’ve probably heard my mantra for a healthy diet (borrowed from author Michael Pollan):  “Eat food.  Not too much.  Mostly plants.”  To expand on this, we can look to the Mediterranean diet — that style of eating that is based on whole grains, vegetables, nuts, legumes (beans), and smaller amounts of animal-based protein.

Are You at Risk for Pneumonia with this Medication?

One of the foundations of health is a good night’s sleep.  Lack of sleep can lead to consequences including obesity, aggravation of pain conditions like fibromyalgia, poor memory, and even increased risk of cardiovascular disease.  With all the benefits of getting a good night’s sleep, it might be tempting to do whatever it takes to correct sleep problems —

Natural Medicine Myth #5: One-A-Day

This is a continuation of my series (in no particular order) on misperceptions in the field of natural medicine.  My previous articles focused on policosanolcinnamonsystemic candida, and acai berry.


Those of you who know my articles and recommendations will find it no surprise that therapeutic lifestyle changes are the foundation of naturopathic medicine:

In many cases,

Are “Superfoods” Really that Super?

You’ve probably heard of phytonutrients, those beneficial compounds in plant-based foods that help protect us against chronic diseases.  In particular, some foods, such as broccoli and blueberries, are so packed with these phytonutrients (such as polyphenols) that they’ve been dubbed “superfoods.”

New research out of Kingston University in London has challenged this notion,

START TYPING AND PRESS ENTER TO SEARCH