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Test Liver/Gallbladder Function

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in SIBO/IBS Relief Program, Tests.

ACTION STEPS: 1. Since bile is produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder, liver/gallbladder health is critical for prevention of dysbiosis and SIBO/IBS since it is naturally antimicrobial. Therefore, consider testing the following blood markers in a liver panel: ALT/SGPT AST/SGOT GGTP Alkaline Phosphatase Bilirubin Direct Bilirubin (make sure to include direct bilirubin as it’s often skipped) LDH 2. Compare your results once received to the following optimal ranges for each marker: ALT/SGPT: 10-30 U/L AST/SGOT: 10-30...

Test Hypochlorhydria (Low Stomach Acid)

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in SIBO/IBS Relief Program, Tests.

ACTIONS STEPS: 1. Watch the video above to learn about the common signs of hypochlorhydria (low stomach acid). 2. Perform the baking soda stomach acid test (explained at the 3-minute mark). The fillable “How to test for low stomach acid” handout with tracking sheet is attached. 3. If you have not ordered the GI Map functional stool test (which includes H Pylori), consider ordering an H. Pylori-only stool test or the full GI Map by Diagnostic Solutions in the previous video. Order an H. Pylori-only Functional Stool Test by Diagnostic Solutions: H. Pylori...

Test Hypochlorhydria & H. Pylori

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Heartburn & Acid Reflux Program, Tests.

ACTIONS STEPS: 1. Watch the video above to learn about the common signs of hypochlorhydria (low stomach acid). 2. Perform the baking soda stomach acid test (explained at the 3-minute mark). The fillable handout with tracking sheet is attached. 3. If you have not ordered the GI Map functional stool test (which includes H Pylori), consider ordering an H. Pylori-only stool test or the full GI Map by Diagnostic Solutions. Order an H. Pylori-only Functional Stool Test by Diagnostic Solutions: H. Pylori only (USA) H. Pylori only (Canada) Worldwide: Email...

Test Food Sensitivities

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Heartburn & Acid Reflux Program, Tests.

The gold standard test for determining food sensitivities (which is an IgG reaction, not an allergic IgE reaction), is to perform an elimination diet & food re-introduction challenge. See the attached handout to learn more about the difference between food allergies/sensitivities (and intolerances). The most common offenders to remove from one’s diet 100% for a minimum of 30 days are: Dairy Wheat/gluten Eggs Soy Yeast Rice Corn Potato These can be removed one at a time or all at once. ACTION STEPS: 1. Download the attached resources for...

Test Thyroid Function

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Heartburn & Acid Reflux Program, Tests.

ACTION STEPS: 1. Since low thyroid function (or hypothyroidism) can lead to sluggish digestion and reduced stomach acid production, it’s a good idea to test thyroid function with a full thryoid panel. Watch the above video for a detailed list of the markers to request and the recommended reference ranges to be aiming for. Order a test: Comprehensive Thyroid Assessment Test Kit (TrueHealth Labs) Essential Thyroid Profile (ZRT Labs) Extended Hashimoto’s Thyroid Panel (Requisition Form Only) 2. If there is hypothyroid function or...

Test Adrenal Function (Stress Response)

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Heartburn & Acid Reflux Program, Tests.

ACTION STEPS: 1. Watch the video above to learn about the saliva and urine tests available that can provide information about how much cortisol the adrenals produce, as well as the cortisol pattern throughout the day. Too much or too little cortisol can affect thyroid function, and impact stomach acid production. Resources attached: Sample reports & collection instructions for DUTCH Adrenal & DUTCH Plus (male and female reports) Sampe reports & collection instructions for Genova’s Adrenocortex Stress Profile 2. Order your test: DUTCH Test...

Test Chloride Status

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Heartburn & Acid Reflux Program, Tests.

ACTION STEPS: 1. Test your chloride level. Please watch the above video for the electrolyte markers to request and the optimal ranges to be aiming for. 2. If chloride is low, consider adding more sea or Himalayan salt to your diet if appropriate. If you need additional help, please ask in our private B Better community forum.

Test Vitamin B6 Status

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Heartburn & Acid Reflux Program, Tests.

ACTION STEPS: 1. There are a few ways to test your vitamin B6 level. Request a Plasma B6 test. Low levels indicate a deficiency Order an OAT urine test (stands for Organic Acids Test) or the following urinary organic acid markers: A combination of elevated xanthurenate, kynurenate, and quinolinate is evidence of B6 deficiency 2. If vitamin B6 is low, increase the proportion of animal foods in the diet, using more gentle cooking techniques, and including more raw foods to help improve B6 status. Supplementation with 5mg of P5P (Pyridoxal 5′-Phosphate) per...

Test Zinc Status

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Heartburn & Acid Reflux Program, Tests.

ACTION STEPS: 1. Test your zinc level. Please watch the above video for the exact markers to request and the optimal ranges to be aiming for. 2. If zinc is low, please watch the following videos on zinc in the Mineral Balance course to help correct a deficiency or insufficiency: Risk Factors for Zinc Deficiency Correcting Zinc Deficiency If you need additional help, please ask in our private B Better community forum.

Test Magnesium Status

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Heartburn & Acid Reflux Program, Tests.

ACTION STEPS: 1. Test your magnesium level. Please watch the above video for the exact markers to request and the optimal ranges to be aiming for. 2. If magnesium is low, please watch the following videos on magnesium in the Mineral Balance course to help correct a deficiency or insufficiency: Risk Factors for Magnesium Deficiency Correcting Magnesium Deficiency If you need additional help, please ask in our private B Better community forum.

Test Electropollution / EMFs

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Sleep Optimization Program, Tests.

ACTION STEPS: 1. Book a consultation with a building biologist or an EMF expert to check your home for hidden sources of EMF that may be impacting your health, and determine ways to mitigate their effects. Shielded Healing (code BERN for $100 discount – US residents only) Home Health Check-Up with Valentina Cereda (UAE only) 2. To learn more about EMF mitigation at home, watch this interview with Valentina Cereda. If you need additional help, please ask in our private B Better community forum.

Test Heavy Metals

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Sleep Optimization Program, Tests.

ACTION STEPS: 1. Choose a heavy metal test from: Rupa Health Lab Shop (US Only) Metals Hair Test by Mosaic Diagnostics (formerly Great Plains Labs) Metals Urine Test by Mosaic Diagnostics (formerly Great Plains Labs) Heavy Metals by Vibrant Wellness True Health Labs (US/Canada) Heavy Metal Hair Analysis by Doctor’s Data Comprehensive Urine Elements by Genova Important Notes -Heavy metal urine testing may require provocation before sample is taken to help bind metals for better excretion. This is typically done with EDTA such as Quicksilver’s...

Test Mold & Mycotoxins

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Sleep Optimization Program, Tests.

There are several ways to test for mycotoxins both in the body and in your environment. It all depends on your budget and current health status. To confirm the presence of mold mycotoxins in the body, the MycoTox urine test by Great Plains Labs is currently one of the best options. However, if a person’s elimination pathways are compromised (ex. cannot sweat), the results may not truly reflect the actual body burden since the body can’t properly eliminate mycotoxins in urine (so they won’t show up in the test!). If a person’s budget is tight, it might...

Test Food Sensitivities

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Sleep Optimization Program, Tests.

The gold standard test for determining food sensitivities (which is an IgG reaction, not an allergic IgE reaction), is to perform an elimination diet & food re-introduction challenge. See the attached handout to learn more about the difference between food allergies/sensitivities ( and intolerances). In a study done on children with chronic constipation, removing the reactive foods improved their symptoms. From experience, the same applies to adults and is worth the trial. The most common offenders to remove from one’s diet 100% for a minimum of 30 days are: ...

Test Magnesium Status

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Sleep Optimization Program, Tests.

Test Iron Status

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Sleep Optimization Program, Tests.

ACTION STEPS: 1. Test your iron level. Please watch the above video for the exact markers to request and the optimal ranges to be aiming for. 2. If iron is low, please watch the following videos on iron in the Mineral Balance course to help correct a deficiency or insufficiency: Risk Factors for Iron Deficiency Correcting Iron Deficiency If you need additional help, please ask in our private B Better community forum.

Test Hypochlorhydria (Low Stomach Acid)

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Sleep Optimization Program, Tests.

ACTIONS STEPS: 1. Watch the video above to learn about the common signs of hypochlorhydria (low stomach acid). 2. Perform the baking soda stomach acid test (explained at the 3-minute mark). The fillable handout with tracking sheet is attached. 3. If you have not ordered the GI Map functional stool test (which includes H Pylori), consider ordering an H. Pylori-only stool test or the full GI Map by Diagnostic Solutions in the previous video. Order an H. Pylori-only Functional Stool Test by Diagnostic Solutions: H. Pylori only (USA) H. Pylori only (Canada) ...

Test Sex Hormones

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Sleep Optimization Program, Tests.

ACTION STEPS: 1. Although functional testing is costly, a comprehensive look at hormone metabolites in urine sampling using the DUTCH test (Complete or Plus) can be a worthy investment since it can provide an overview of all sex hormones, including cortisol, the cortisol rhythm, melatonin and some organic acid markers of key nutrients such as vitamin B6 needed for the conversion from serotonin to melatonin. Resources attached: Sample reports & collection instructions for DUTCH Plus (male and female reports) Sample reports & collection instructions for DUTCH Complete...

Test Adrenal Function (Stress Response)

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Sleep Optimization Program, Tests.

ACTION STEPS: 1. Watch the video above to learn about the saliva and urine tests available that can provide information about how much cortisol the adrenals produce, as well as the cortisol pattern throughout the day. Too much or too little cortisol can affect thyroid function, and impact motility. Resources attached: Sample reports & collection instructions for DUTCH Adrenal & DUTCH Plus (male and female reports) Sampe reports & collection instructions for Genova’s Adrenocortex Stress Profile 2. Order your test: DUTCH Test Complete DUTCH...

Test Gut Health/Parasites

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Sleep Optimization Program, Tests.

ACTION STEPS: 1. Wath the video above for an explanation on the usefulness of a functional stool test by Diagnostic Solutions called the GI Map. The GI Map sample test report is attached for your reference. 2. If budget allows, order a GI MAP Test: GI MAP (USA) GI MAP (Canada) Worldwide: Email support@bbettermembership.com 3. Certain white blood cell markers found in a basic CBC panel (Complete Blood Count) with differentials such as the eosinophils, monocytes, and basophils, can provide clues about whether or not there are parasites. If Monocytes,...

Test Liver/Gallbladder Function

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Sleep Optimization Program, Tests.

ACTION STEPS: 1. According to the Chinese organ clock, the liver and gallbladder function at full capacity between the hours of 11pm and 3am which may disrupt sleep if they are not functioning optimally. Therefore, consider testing the following blood markers in a liver panel: ALT/SGPT AST/SGOT GGTP Alkaline Phosphatase Bilirubin Direct Bilirubin (make sure to include direct bilirubin as it’s often skipped) LDH 2. Compare your results once received to the following optimal ranges for each marker: ALT/SGPT: 10-30 U/L AST/SGOT: 10-30...

Test Blood Sugar

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Sleep Optimization Program, Tests.

ACTION STEPS: 1. Since blood sugar dysregulation can negatively affect sleep, it’s a good idea to test blood sugar levels with a blood test. Watch the above video for a detailed list of the markers to request and the recommended reference ranges to be aiming for. Here’s how you can order a blood test: Rupa Health LabShop (US only): Fasting Insulin HbA1C Fasting Glucose Triglycerides HOMA-IR TrueHealth Labs (US & Canada): Fasting Insulin HbA1c Fasting Glucose HOMA-IR UAE & Saudi members can reach out to Valeo Health to...

Test Position of Uterus

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Constipation Relief Program, Tests.

If you look at the images above, you can see that a women’s uterus is to be bent slightly forward towards her belly button. If the uterus is bent way too far forward or backwards, it can cause problems. If the uterus is leaning backwards and flexed (i.e. retroflexed), it can PUSH up against the intestines, which can lead to GI problems like constipation or pain with a bowel movement. This worsens with a larger uterus, like when a women is near her period (full of thick tissue about to bleed out) or with fibroids.If the uterus is tipped to the side, it could press against the...

Test Adrenal Function (Stress Response)

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Constipation Relief Program, Tests.

ABOUT THIS LESSON ACTION STEPS: 1. Watch the video above to learn about the saliva and urine tests available that can provide information about how much cortisol the adrenals produce, as well as the cortisol pattern throughout the day. Too much or too little cortisol can affect thyroid function, and impact motility. Resources attached: Sample reports & collection instructions for DUTCH Adrenal & DUTCH Plus (male and female reports) Sampe reports & collection instructions for Genova’s Adrenocortex Stress Profile 2. Order your test: DUTCH Test...

Test Hypochlorhydria (Low Stomach Acid)

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Constipation Relief Program, Tests.

ACTIONS STEPS: 1. Watch the video above to learn about the common signs of hypochlorhydria (low stomach acid). 2. Perform the baking soda stomach acid test (explained at the 3-minute mark). The fillable handout with tracking sheet is attached. 3. If you have not ordered the GI Map functional stool test (which includes H Pylori), consider ordering an H. Pylori-only stool test or the full GI Map by Diagnostic Solutions in the previous video. Order an H. Pylori-only Functional Stool Test by Diagnostic Solutions: H. Pylori only (USA) H. Pylori only (Canada) ...

Test Gut Health/Dysbiosis

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Constipation Relief Program, Tests.

ACTION STEPS: 1. Wath the video above for an explanation on the usefulness of a functional stool test by Diagnostic Solutions called the GI Map. The GI Map sample test report is attached for your reference. 2. Order a GI MAP Test: GI MAP (USA) GI MAP (Canada) Worldwide: Email support@BernadetteAbraham.com 3. Once your results are back, use the attached ‘GI Map Interpretive Guide’ to help with interpretation and next steps, or upload your test results into the community forum for further guidance (you can remove identifying...

Test Food Sensitivities

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Constipation Relief Program, Tests.

The gold standard test for determining food sensitivities (which is an IgG reaction, not an allergic IgE reaction), is to perform an elimination diet & food re-introduction challenge. See the attached handout to learn more about the difference between food allergies/sensitivities ( and intolerances). In a study done on children with chronic constipation, removing the reactive foods improved their symptoms. From experience, the same applies to adults and is worth the trial. The most common offenders to remove from one’s diet 100% for a minimum of 30 days are: ...

Test Thyroid Function

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Constipation Relief Program, Tests.

ACTION STEPS: 1. Since low thyroid function (or hypothyroidism) can lead to constipation, it’s a good idea to test thyroid function with a full thryoid panel. Watch the above video for a detailed list of the markers to request and the recommended reference ranges to be aiming for. Order a test: Comprehensive Thyroid Assessment Test Kit (TrueHealth Labs) Essential Thyroid Profile (ZRT Labs) Extended Hashimoto’s Thyroid Panel (Requisition Form Only) 2. If there is hypothyroid function or Hashimoto’s, please prioritize watching the...

Test Gallbladder Function

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Constipation Relief Program, Tests.

ACTION STEPS: 1. Since sluggish bile from the gallbladder can impact motility, consider testing the following blood markers in a liver panel: ALT/SGPT AST/SGOT GGTP Alkaline Phosphatase Bilirubin Direct Bilirubin (make sure to include direct bilirubin as it’s often skipped) LDH 2. Compare your results once received to the following optimal ranges for each marker: ALT/SGPT: 10-30 U/L AST/SGOT: 10-30 U/L GGT: 10-30 U/L Alkaline Phosphatase: 70-90 U/L Bilirubin: 0.1 – 1.2 mg/dL Direct Bilirubin: < 0.2 mg/dL LDH:...

Test Magnesium Status

Written by b-better on June 17, 2024. Posted in Constipation Relief Program, Tests.

Gallbladder Health & the Secret to Professional Success

Written by Daniel on April 10, 2024. Posted in Holistic Health, Professional Development & Industry Insights, Wellness in Practice.

Have you ever considered the link between your gallbladder and energy levels? The gallbladder, although often neglected, significantly influences your daily energy levels and vitality. This small organ, tucked beneath your liver, serves as a powerhouse for digestion, particularly in breaking down fats and absorbing essential nutrients. The gallbladder stores bile produced by the liver, which aids in the elimination of waste products and toxins from the body. However, its functions extend beyond this; bile also facilitates the absorption of nutrients such as fat-soluble vitamins (A, D,...

Gut Health: The Secret to Professional Success

Written by Daniel on March 27, 2024. Posted in Holistic Health, Professional Development & Industry Insights, Wellness in Practice.

Can you eat your way to success? The gut can considerably influence a person’s mood and mental state. What you eat during your workday will have a significant impact on your sense of well-being and your productivity and performance. It doesn’t have to be complicated. Just a few simple switches can make a big difference. Let’s look at how gut health could affect your career and how to make the workplace a healthier place for everybody! Let’s kick things off with where digestion begins… Can you guess where that is? The Brain & Mouth You might think: I get how the mouth is...

Discover Wellness Within: Why B Better is Your Path to Holistic Health

Written by razi on March 20, 2024. Posted in Holistic Health, Professional Development & Industry Insights, Wellness in Practice.

Navigating the world of health and wellness can often feel overwhelming, with a constant influx of information and trends that come and go. B Better stands out as a beacon of hope, guidance, and community in this landscape. Created by Bernadette Abraham, a renowned expert in functional nutrition and holistic living, B Better is more than just an online platform; it’s a welcoming community for those dedicated to living a holistic lifestyle. The Modern Health Dilemma Facing health challenges without adequate solutions from traditional medicine is a common issue. This leads to...

The 6 Pillars of Health: Finding Balance in the Corporate World

Written by ariana-golub on March 13, 2024. Posted in Holistic Health, Wellness in Practice, Workplace Wellness.

Raise your hand if you’re a working adult who has let their health take a back seat? Between the endless meetings, deadlines, and commitments, we’re left with little time or energy to focus on our well-being. However, achieving a balance between our professional and personal lives is essential for our overall health and happiness. But where does one start? There is so much conflicting information out there that even the most well-intentioned person ends up overwhelmed. Strict elimination diets, confusing protocols, expensive supplements, tiring workouts. How do you...

The Ultimate Guide to Workplace Wellness: Tips and Strategies from B Better

Written by Daniel on March 6, 2024. Posted in Active Living, Holistic Health, Wellness in Practice, Workplace Wellness.

In the hectic realm of corporate life, where there is always a deadline on the horizon and stress levels are always on the rise, finding a healthy work-life balance can often feel like a challenging aspiration. If you’re among the tribe of health-conscious corporate pioneers seeking the perfect synergy between professional success and personal well-being, you’ve just landed in the right place. Welcome to “The Ultimate Guide to Workplace Wellness: Tips and Strategies from B Better! Tip 1: How to sleep deep and wake up with energy We all know that...

Are You A Mosquito Magnet?

Written by b-better on June 26, 2023. Posted in Herbal Remedies & Supplements, Holistic Health, Recipes. No Comments on Are You A Mosquito Magnet?

Have you ever wondered why mosquitos are attracted to some people but not others? ???? ⁣⁣⁣⁣One theory seems to lie in our ability to breakdown carbs and sugar! ⁣⁣⁣⁣I learned a while ago that those with a need for B vitamins are more prone to insect bites – specifically, vitamin B1 or thiamine.⁣⁣⁣Why? Because vitamin B1 helps us break down carbs more effectively.⁣⁣⁣As you may know, our skin is an elimination pathway.⁣⁣⁣⁣If carbs/sugars aren’t metabolized properly, the chemical byproducts can be eliminated through the skin. This is what’s suspected to make some people more...

Is Accutane The Acne Medication Helpful or Harmful?

Written by b-better on June 15, 2023. Posted in Herbal Remedies & Supplements, Holistic Health, Recipes. No Comments on Is Accutane The Acne Medication Helpful or Harmful?

Accutane is a controversial topic. Yes, it’s effective for a lot of people, but it also comes with a lot of risks. These risks should thoroughly be discussed and weighed with your physician.⁣ Recently a B Better member asked us how she can support her son during his Accutane treatment. Understanding the mechanisms behind these risks can guide the type of support needed: ⁣⁣⁣⁣???????? ???????????? ???????? ????????????????????????????:⁣⁣⁣⁣Since Accutane causes mucosal erosion and leads to loss of barrier function, including “leaky gut” and malabsorption, supporting mucosal...

Do You Use Homeopathy? (Tip for Hormonal Headache)

Written by b-better on May 30, 2023. Posted in Alternative Therapies, Holistic Health, Mental & Emotional Well-being. No Comments on Do You Use Homeopathy? (Tip for Hormonal Headache)

I shared the below images in my Instagram stories the other day and got flooded with DMs so thought to share my story and address your questions here.⁣⁣⁣⁣I am in the perimenopausal years (typically between 40 & 50 years of age), and with that can come a rollercoaster of hormonal changes and symptoms.⁣⁣⁣⁣I started getting cyclical headaches. Like clockwork.⁣ ????⁣⁣⁣With progesterone declining at a faster rate than estrogen due to the natural aging process, and with estrogen’s erratic surges, we can experience estrogen dominant symptoms. Yay. ????⁣⁣⁣⁣It’s these fluctuations in estrogen...

Is Your Water Safe?

Written by b-better on May 30, 2023. Posted in Holistic Health, Technology & Wellness, Wellness in Practice. No Comments on Is Your Water Safe?

One thing I’ve always appreciated about restaurants in North America is the culture of offering free water to their customers. But unfortunately, it’s usually unfiltered tap water that is served, which is contaminated with a host of chemicals. Coincidentally, while I was visiting the US recently, I received an email from the EWG (i.e. Environmental Working Group, a US non-profit organization that informs people on product safety), showing that many tap waters contain hexavalent chromium; the cancer-causing chemical made notorious by the 2000 film “Erin Brokovich” starring Julia...

Benefits of Sunlight 20-30 mins Upon Rising

Written by b-better on May 30, 2023. Posted in Active Living, Mental & Emotional Well-being, Technology & Wellness. No Comments on Benefits of Sunlight 20-30 mins Upon Rising

If you’ve been following me for a while, you know I preach getting full-spectrum sunlight within 20-30 mins of waking.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣To help boost our Cortisol Awakening Response or “CAR” for short. ⁣⁣⁣⁣When full-spectrum light hits our eyes when we wake up, our central nervous system produces a boat load of cortisol from our adrenal glands.⁣ View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bernadette Abraham | Functional Medicine (@bernadette.abraham) ⁣Cortisol is known as our “stress” hormone but it also has many other benefits (pictured).⁣⁣⁣⁣This rapid spike of cortisol...

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Written by walid@origenx.io on February 8, 2023. Posted in Uncategorized. No Comments on Hello world!

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Downside of Vitamin D

Written by b-better on November 1, 2022. Posted in Herbal Remedies & Supplements, Holistic Health. No Comments on Downside of Vitamin D

With so many people supplementing blindly with vitamin D these days, I wanted to share this PSA. Yes, vitamin D is amazing for immunity. BUT – please remember that Vitamin D is NOT a vitamin. It’s a prohormone that has hormone effects in the body, and therefore must be treated like a hormone.⁣ ⁣ View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bernadette Abraham | Functional Medicine (@bernadette.abraham) ⁣ ⁣⁣As I briefly mentioned in my story, long-term high-dose vitamin D supplementation can:⁣⁣⁣⁣1- Deplete vitamin A. What do we need vitamin A for?⁣⁣⁣⁣✔️Epithelial...

Beware of High Dose Zinc Supplementation

Written by b-better on October 24, 2022. Posted in Herbal Remedies & Supplements, Holistic Health. No Comments on Beware of High Dose Zinc Supplementation

Remember that all micronutrients dance together!⁣ View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bernadette Abraham | Functional Medicine (@bernadette.abraham) ⁣⁣If you supplement with a single micronutrient (vitamin/mineral), there needs to be justification for doing so, especially in high doses.⁣⁣⁣Testing allows you to determine if there’s a need for a particular nutrient, how much to take, and most importantly WHEN TO STOP taking it. I think this is often the missing piece.⁣⁣⁣⁣In the absence of testing, cycling on/off supplements every 3 months or so is an...

Balancing Blood Sugar Guide

Written by b-better on October 18, 2022. Posted in Herbal Remedies & Supplements, Recipes, Wellness in Practice. No Comments on Balancing Blood Sugar Guide

Do you crave sugar and carbs? Get “hangry” or feel shaky if you skip a meal? Low energy? Have brain fog and difficulty concentrating? Can’t lose weight despite eating like a bird? Have higher triglycerides? ⁣⁣⁣ ⁣ ⁣These scream blood sugar dysregulation which I provide plenty of solutions for inside my blood sugar course in ???? ???????????????????????? ????????????????????????????????????????, including tests & supplements to discuss with your practitioner. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bernadette Abraham | Functional Medicine...

Jet Lag Tips

Written by b-better on October 7, 2022. Posted in Herbal Remedies & Supplements, Recipes, Wellness in Practice. No Comments on Jet Lag Tips

I know it’s a little late, but I promised to share my jet lag tips after my summer travel so SAVE this post for your next trip! ⁣ View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bernadette Abraham | Functional Medicine (@bernadette.abraham) ⁣⁣⁣1️⃣ Our wake-sleep hormones cortisol and melatonin are tied to the rhythm of the sun and moon. So getting outside at different times of the day and grounding as often and as long as possible is my preferred way of helping reset my circadian rhythm to the new time zone. ⁣⁣⁣⁣2️⃣ My homeopath recommends I take Arnica...

Headaches In The Sun?

Written by b-better on September 5, 2022. Posted in Active Living, Herbal Remedies & Supplements, Holistic Health. No Comments on Headaches In The Sun?

Do you get headaches when you’re out in the heat or spending time in the sun? ☀️ ⁣ I felt one coming on today, but thankfully I was able to relieve it naturally. So I decided to share my troubleshooting tips in the hope that they will be useful to you as well. ????⁣ View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bernadette Abraham | Functional Medicine Coach (@bernadette.abraham) ⁣1️⃣ A headache is often an early sign of dehydration. So drink up! Natural spring water from a glass bottle is best, otherwise, choose filtered water. Avoid plastic bottles. I also add...

What Your Stool Color Means

Written by b-better on August 3, 2022. Posted in Detox & Cleanse, Family & Child Wellness, Holistic Health. No Comments on What Your Stool Color Means

As gross or taboo as it may seem, poop, stool, #2, or whatever you like to call it, is an essential part of our physiology. We all do it (hopefully), and it provides a significant amount of information about our gut health, and therefore our overall health.⁣ ????????So step 1, start looking! Ask your kids to look too; and to tell you if it’s not brown.⁣⁣⁣⁣????????Step 2. Know the warning signs.⁣⁣⁣⁣⚠️????❤️Black and bright red could indicate internal bleeding, so do seek medical attention. But there are some other less scary reasons for it:⁣ •large amounts of black foods, iron...

4 Possible Causes of Post-Covid Hair Loss

Written by b-better on June 30, 2022. Posted in Herbal Remedies & Supplements, Holistic Health, Mental & Emotional Well-being. No Comments on 4 Possible Causes of Post-Covid Hair Loss

One of my beta members asked for suggestions in our private B Better community on how to deal with post-C hair loss. ⁣I thought I would share my reply with all of you too since it’s a pretty common occurrence. Below are the 4 main causes of hair loss after getting covid: While some experienced it transiently, others are still struggling with hair loss and hair growth.⁣ Hopefully, this post helps some of the possible mechanisms of action that can lead to hair loss after an infection, and some testing suggestions to ask your doctor about. I’ll also...

Is Your Probiotic Making You Constipated?

Written by b-better on June 30, 2022. Posted in Herbal Remedies & Supplements, Holistic Health, Wellness in Practice. No Comments on Is Your Probiotic Making You Constipated?

I shared this tip in my IG stories and got flooded with DMs so I thought I’d share it here too and further expand on it.⁣⁣⁣⁣First off, know that our gut microbiome is teeming with beneficial and opportunistic microbial species. ⁣⁣⁣⁣Scientists are still learning and discovering new genera, species and strains, including their respective health benefits, so while taking a probiotic seems to be the popular recommendation these days, know that just like diets, there’s no one-size-fits-all probiotic. Different circumstances call for different probiotics.⁣⁣⁣⚠️For instance, those with...