The Effects of Stress on the Adrenals and HPA Axis

The Effects of Stress on the Adrenals and HPA Axis

The Effects of Stress on the Adrenals and HPA AxisDr. Heather Fay DC
Published on: 18/09/2024

Many people struggle to get out of bed in the morning, only to spend their day juggling work, kids, sports practices, dinner, and housework. As a society, we are continuously burning the candle at both ends, which leaves us burnt out and exhausted.

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Is Glyphosate in Your Food? Exploring the Health Implications

Is Glyphosate in Your Food? Exploring the Health Implications

Is Glyphosate in Your Food? Exploring the Health ImplicationsDr. Heather Fay DC
Published on: 18/09/2024

Glyphosate, a broad-spectrum herbicide, has become a central figure in agricultural practices across North America however, as its use has proliferated, so have concerns regarding its health impacts.

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The Path of Digestion: How Your Body Transforms Food into Energy

The Path of Digestion: How Your Body Transforms Food into Energy

The Path of Digestion: How Your Body Transforms Food into EnergyDr. Heather Fay DC
Published on: 27/08/2024

Digestion is an intricate, highly coordinated process that breaks down the food we eat into nutrients, which the body uses for energy, growth, and cell repair. Understanding this journey from ingestion to excretion can provide insights into optimizing digestive health, a cornerstone of overall well-being. It’s important to emphasize the importance of not just what we eat, but how well our bodies process and utilize food. Let’s look through the digestive process, highlighting each step and body part involved, energy utilization, waste elimination, and the benefits of a well-functioning digestive system.

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