Lake Norman Integrative Wellness Blog
Aquafaba Could Be Your Egg Replacer
What is Aquafaba? Aquafaba is the thick liquid that results from soaking or cooking legumes, such as chickpeas, in water for an extended period of time. It’s the translucent viscous goop you probably rinse down the drain when you open a can of chickpeas. And, in vegan cooking circles, it’s become the silver bullet to…
Charlotte Gluten & Allergen Free Wellness Event on March 18th
Gluten & Allergen Free Wellness Event in Charlotte! You’ll find all things related to living an allergy-free lifestyle! Date: Saturday, March 18th (10 am – 4 pm) Location: Oasis Shriner Auditorium, 604 Doug Mayes Place, Charlotte, NC 28262 Admission: You can register online HERE or at the door. Cost is $10 per adult, children under…
What is leaky gut and why should you care?
Does stuff really leak out of your intestines when you have leaky gut? The truth is, contents of the small intestine escape through the wall into the bloodstream. This can trigger many different inflammatory disorders and autoimmune disease, a disease in which the immune system attacks and destroys body tissue. Leaky gut is associated with…
Three ways to make the placebo effect work for you
The placebo effect is a target of ridicule but studies show it has become increasingly effective in recent years, particularly in the United States, where drugs for pain, depression, anxiety sometimes barely outmatch placebos. Fortunately, researchers have decided to study how and why the placebo effect works. By embracing the mystery of the placebo effect, you can harness its…
Patient Appreciation Day On January 21st
You are invited to our annual “Patient Appreciation Day” on Saturday, January 21st 10AM – NOON. This event will be at our office at Lake Norman Integrative Wellness& Wellness. Feel free to bring your family or a friend! FOOD: Patients, please bring an allergy-friendly snack* to share with other patients! This is a great way…