Lake Norman Integrative Wellness Blog
Hypothyroidism during pregnancy more common than thought
A new study shows hypothyroidism during pregnancy may be more common that previously thought, thanks to new clinical guidelines for evaluating thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH). The study revealed hypothyroidism in 15 percent, or one in six, pregnant women, a 10 percent increase after using a narrower TSH range.
Heart disease is an inflammation disease
You could eat a “heart-healthy” diet, exercise regularly, and maintain a healthy weight and still be at risk for heart disease. Why? Because the root cause of heart disease is inflammation, and managing inflammation goes beyond standard prevention advice.
Childhood stomach aches linked with adult depression and anxiety
A Stanford University researcher found that gastric irritation early in life could pave the way for lifelong psychological problems.
Poor sleep habits raise the risk of dementia
An imbalanced sleep/wake cycle, or circadian rhythm, increases your risk of dementia later in life.
Gluten could be causing your heartburn
Studies link gluten with acid reflux Research shows acid reflux symptoms more commonly affect those with celiac disease, an autoimmune disease triggered by gluten. One study found 30 percent of celiac disease patients had GERD compared to less than 5 percent of those not diagnosed with the disease. Another study found almost 40 percent of…
Overtraining: Too much of a good thing
Studies show overtraining can imbalance health. Sufficient recovery between exercise sessions and exercising at an appropriate intensity will get you fitter faster without compromising health.