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Bernadette
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Bernadette replied to the discussion Low Ferritin levels for several years now, even with iron supplements, levels dont go up. Naturopath suggested heavy metal testing & we found high mercury & lead. Will address that then check again but is there anything else I should look at? in the forum Mold, Lyme & Heavy Metals 2 years ago
Low Ferritin levels for several years now, even with iron supplements, levels dont go up. Naturopath suggested heavy metal testing & we found high mercury & lead. Will address that then check again but is there anything else I should look at?
you can watch this video here in the Gut Health Masterclass about anti-parasitics.
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Bernadette replied to the discussion Recipes in the forum Diet, Food & Nutrition 2 years ago
here’s an easy recipe I found online. Just leave out the sugar to make it unsweetened peach ice tea.
And if you’re going to use tea bags, I suggest you look at my post here to select a brand that doesn’t use plastic (swipe the carousel to see the different brands).
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Bernadette replied to the discussion Ripped nail from toe, exposed skin healing? in the forum General Discussions 2 years ago
Ripped nail from toe, exposed skin healing?
if stress is at play, then getting outside and grounding daily is going to help you in so many other ways too. It’s an instant energy boost for me, when I step outside and ground. But it’s also immuno-supportive (references below) if you’d like to geek out:
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Bernadette replied to the discussion Fullscript in the forum General Discussions 2 years ago
I’m not sure I understand your question but here’s a tutorial video I filmed showing you how to setup an account and search the catalogue of products. Hope that helps answer your question.
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Bernadette replied to the discussion Good morning All, in the forum Diet, Food & Nutrition 2 years ago
Hello – I saw that you asked the same question in another thread. Here was a version of my response:
In the US, Tap Score has water test kits to test the contaminants in your water. Here’s the website https://mytapscore.com.
Hope that helps you figure out what type of filter you’ll need.
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Bernadette replied to the discussion Alsoooooo these iron pills cause…..funnnnn constipation! 🙁 help! in the forum Digestion & Gut Health 2 years ago
Alsoooooo these iron pills cause.....funnnnn constipation! 🙁 help!
– is it a ferrous sulfate form that you’re taking? It is the most common, but also a constipating form.
Here’s a short video in the larger Mineral Balance course providing other alternatives for correcting iron deficiency including food and supplements, both heme and non-heme plant based options.
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Bernadette replied to the discussion Thanks for all that information on anemia – something else that I've become aware of is that my monthly periods are extremely heavy. I wonder how much blood I'm actually losing per month. Also I have a copper IUD that I'm considering taking out. Should I in the forum Female Health 2 years ago
Thanks for all that information on anemia - something else that I've become aware of is that my monthly periods are extremely heavy. I wonder how much blood I'm actually losing per month. Also I have a copper IUD that I'm considering taking out. Should I
– yes, copper IUDs are known to cause heavier and more painful periods. And in some women, can lead to copper toxicity – even though the research on this is still inconclusive. I share more about copper IUDs in this short video in the Mineral Balance course in the copper section.
Copper IUDs leading to heavier periods can very well be… Read more
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Bernadette replied to the discussion Iodine Supplementation in the forum Thyroid, Adrenal & Sex Hormones 2 years ago
generally yes, but as always, the best way to know what’s best for your unique needs is to test both iodine, selenium and thyroid antibodies. I share how to test for iodine here.
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Bernadette replied to the discussion Pregnancy and vaccine in the forum Fertility, Pregnancy & Breastfeeding 2 years ago
Hello ,
First, I’m really sorry that you are being coerced into a medical decision you’re not comfortable with. Is this still happening in the US or I guess certain states? Perhaps other members might be able to chime in as well…
Regarding possible side effects, the data on pregnant women is unfortunately still very limited. However, I… Read more
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Bernadette replied to the discussion High Cholesterol in the forum Lab Tests, Markers & Interpretations 2 years ago
no worries
First, I’m really sorry that you are being coerced into a medical decision you’re not comfortable with. Is this still happening in the US or I guess certain states?
Regarding possible side effects, the data on pregnant women is unfortunately still very limited. However, I do want to share a few resources that discuss the… Read more
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