Dr. Dan's Welcomes Alia Elias, Nd, LAc

We've grown by leaps and bounds at Dr. Dan's over the past five years.

To better serve the needs of our patients, we welcome Dr. Alia Elias - now available for Nutrition & Acupuncture appointments at Dr. Dan's.

• Board certified Naturopathic doctor and licensed acupuncturist with a wealth of experience in the Newburyport area.
   
• Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine & Master of Science in Oriental Medicine
   
• Advanced training in Nutrition Response Testing & the Morphogenic Field Technique

"GOOD FATS" & Why They Are Called Activators

 

Good Saturated Fats are important to our body chemistry...they strengthen our immune systems and protect us against cancer. By helping the receptors on our cell membranes, they protect us from diabetes. Our kidney function is also dependent upon good saturated fats for hormone production. Over half the fat in the brain is saturated, and these fats are required for our nervous system to function properly. Saturated fats from animal products carry the essential fat-soluble vitamins A, D, and K2....all needed in large amounts for good health.

 

These "Fat Soluble Activators" (A, D, & K2) are found in fats and organ meats of pasture-fed livestock, or grass-fed animals. They are also found in seafood such as fish eggs, shellfish, oily fish, and fish liver oil. These vitamins were referred to as "Activators" by Dr. Weston A. Price because they serve as catalysts for mineral absorption. If domestic animals are not consuming green grass, then their fat, organ meats, butterfat, and egg yolks will be deficient in Vitamins A and K. If animals are raised in confinement and away from sunlight, then Vitamin D will also be missing from these foods.

 

 

 

For a simple way to increase levels of Fat Soluble Activators try Fermented Cod Liver Oil in Capsule or Liquid form by Green Pasture - Available at Dr. Dan's!

 

 

  

Dr. Dan's TOP 10 Power Foods!

What you eat makes all the difference in the world. But some foods just stand apart as being what we call "Power Foods". Below is a list of foods that have earned the distinction of being one of Dr. Dan's Top Ten Power Foods.

We invite you to take this challenge: Incorporate one of these Power Foods into

your nutrition program each week for the next ten weeks and you will be well on

your way to great nutrition!

1. Coconut oil - virgin, organic, unrefined and cold-pressed oil. Coconut oil is great for cooking all kinds of food as it adds delicious flavor and has a high burn point. Coconut oil is a healthy addition to smoothies, and also can be used on the skin as moisturizer. This oil gives immediate energy, raises body heat, protects the gut and keeps insulin levels from rising. Try Green Pasture brand.
    
2. Butter - Pastured dairy cows yield butterfat loaded with vitamins A & D, iodine and other essential nutrients. Not only does butter taste delicious, it's a good fat for our heart, brain, hormones and cells. Try Kerry Gold brand, or get it fresh from your raw milk farmer.
    
3. Raw Milk - is a living food rich in colloidal minerals, sugars and fats with enzymes necessary for digestion and absorption, beneficial bacteria and lactic acid. Unheated butterfat prevents arthritic stiffness, assists with eczema and allergies. Pasteurized milk is sadly deficient in these nutrients. Try Brandemoore Farm & Brookford Farm, both certified Organic Raw Milk Farms.
    
4. Cod Liver Oil - supplies essential fatty acids, plus vitamins A & D, strengthens the immune system, nervous system and hormonal reactions. Try Green Pasture brand.
    
5. Sea Salt - unrefined, high quality sea salt yields over 80 minerals crucial for enzymatic reactions requiring trace minerals in the body and supports the adrenal glands. Enhances flavors in food. Try Celtic Sea Salt brand.
    
6. Bone Broth - Excellent nutrition for bone health supplying most of the necessary minerals. Bone broth is very warming for the body in cool weather. Choose pasture-raised chicken bones (necks & feet, too!), beef or veal bones and follow Dr. Dan's recipe here http://www.drdansnaturalhealing.com/recipes.html#staples or in the Nourishing Traditions cookbook, by Sally Fallon.
    
7. Raw Honey - is unpasteurized, meaning that it's full of the natural enzymes, vitamins and nutrients, straightfrom the extractor of the concentrated nectar flowers. Use raw honey to replace refined sugars in the diet. 
    
8. Apple Cider Vinegar - Aids in digestion of proteins, maintains a healthy gut, helps with allergies and asthma as well osteoarthritis and bone spurs. Try Bragg's Apple Cider Vinegar.
    
9. Nutritional Yeast - Replaces B vitamins - except B12. Needed especially if there is a dietary history of eating refined sugar and flour that depletes the body of these vitamins. Try Radiant Life Nutritional Yeast.
    
10. Lacto Fermented Foods - yogurt, kombucha, sauerkraut, kefir- tremendous foods for repairing and maintaining gut health, absorbing nutrients and keeping a healthy immune system. Try Real Pickles brand fermented vegetables or make your own!

Creative Gift Giving - Dr. Dan's Gift Certificate

The holiday season has arrived! If you are looking for something truly unique consider a Holiday Gift Certificate from Dr. Dan's.

Our Holiday Gift Certificates are available in any amount, and with all the offerings at Dr. Dan's, there is sure to be someone on your list who could benefit from our programs, services and products.

Here are some ideas:

• Whole Foods Nutrition Program - $100 for 4 sessions.  
• Dynamic Weight Loss Program - just in time for everyone's favorite New Year's Resolution!  
• Personalized Health Evaluation
• Personalized Nutrition Consultation 
• Books, Coconut Oil, Celtic Sea Salt, Nuts & Nut Butter, natural deodorant, and more!

Or give the gift of POWER FOODS this holiday...come by the office to stock up on healthy whole-food gifts that will be really appreciated, and will help your loved ones begin the New Year in a healthy way.

Upcoming Events:

Mark your 2015 Calendars:

Dynamic Weight Loss Program

Two Sessions: January 5th or 6th

We have had such a great response to our past Dynamic Weight Loss Programs that we will be repeating the program starting on Monday, January 5th from 5:30-6:30pm OR Tuesday, January 6th from 12:00 to 1:00pm & continuing each week for the following 10 weeks.

Click here to learn more about the program!

Next Whole Foods Nutrition Program

Starts Wednesday January 7th, 2014 

6:30-7:30 pm  - $100 for 4 sessions

If you are ready to really dive into a traditional whole foods lifestyle, we hope you can join us for our Whole Foods Nutrition Program starting Wednesday January 7th from 6:30-7:30pm and continuing for the next three Wednesday evenings.  This is the program you need to really make the transition to healthier eating.   

One month is all it takes!

Click here for more information.

To sign up please call our office at  978.462.0023 or e-mail us at

info@drdansnaturalhealing.com to register. 

Quick Start Nutrition Program

Saturday, January 10th, 8:30am to 11:30am

- $65 for 3 hour course

This program is intended to help you jump start your transition to a traditional Whole Foods Eating Program.  Included in the program: a Whole Foods Nutritional Overview, Taste Testing and a 90-minute Shopping Excursion in the local area. 

If you want to get your feet wet with traditional whole foods, this is the place to start!

To sign up please call our office at 978.462.0023 or e-mail us at

info@drdansnaturalhealing.com