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Hormonal balance and fat. By Jon Trister MD Insulin Produced in the pancreas and released when blood sugar level in the blood is high. This hormone speeds up the absorption of nutrients primarily in muscle tissue and the liver therefore lowering blood sugar level by transferring sugar out of the blog into the muscles and liver. It also triggers the…

By Jon Trister MD Nicotine Withdrawal Nicotine is a drug found in tobacco, which makes smoking addictive. Nicotine can have a wide range of effects on the brain, including: • boosting mood • reducing depression • reducing irritability • enhancing concentration and short-term memory • producing a sense of well-being • reducing appetite Nicotine can be as addictive as other drugs,…

By Renata Trister , DO Micronutrients and Macronutrients The composition of our diet is essential to meeting the needs of our bodies and therefore it’s important to understand the types of nutrients can be split into: macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins and fats) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals). Macronutrients The three macronutrients all have their own specific roles and functions in the…

By Renata Trister DO Antimicrobial action of Amyloid and Prion Protein PrP Many neurological conditions are characterized by the formation of proteins or protein plaques in brain tissue. These proteins include amyloid beta and prion protein (PrP). Amyloid plaques are associated with Alzheimer’s disease. Prion protein has been found in patients with Parkinson’s disease, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and in some…

By Renata Trister DO Health Benefits of Myrrh Myrrh has antimicrobial, astringent, expectorant, antifungal, anticatarrhal, antiseptic, immune boosting, circulatory, tonic, anti-inflammatory, and antispasmodic properties. Scientifically called Commiphora Myrrha, myrrh is native to Egypt. The resin was frequently used in incense and perfumery. In addition to extensive use in aromatherapy, myrrh has medicinal uses too. Myrrh has antimicrobial properties. It can be used…

Fasting has been used to manage various chronic conditions such as asthma, diabetes, obesity, allergy, autoimmune disorders as well as depression and anxiety.  It is especially useful for chronic conditions, refractory to conventional treatments. The 5 stages of prolonged water fasting, as used in the practice of Dr. Yuri Nikolayev, the Director of the Fasting Clinic of The Moscow Institute…