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What is functional testing?
Complimentary health practitioners can use a large range of tests to measure an individuals biochemical processes. The various tests can measure parasites and microbial diversity, hormones, enzymes, genetic traits, nutrient status and amino acids, to name a few.
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Juicing for health and vitality
Most of us have heard and/or read about the benefits that juicing can have on the body, and whilst many genuinely like the idea of juicing for health, I have found the number one reason patients report not consistently implementing juicing into their daily routine it is the time that is required to make it. I would like to convince you that the 10-15 minutes you could spend on making a daily juice is worth it!
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Blastocystis: Microbiome Friend or Foe?
For decades Blastocystis has been controversial, as despite the many studies done on this organism it has never been determined if it is pathogenic or commensal.