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At the core of Naturopathic Medicine is education; educating our patients, our patients' families and our community. On this premise, we welcome you to our free Monthly Health Newsletter, rich in information on integrative medicine and tips for healthy living.
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To Your Health!
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Monthly Spotlight on Naturopathic Medicine
Greens First: A tasty and efficient way to maximize daily intake of fruits and vegetables
Diets high in fruits and vegetables can help you lose weight, reduce your risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure, cataracts, macular degeneration, osteoporosis, arthritis and even wrinkles. According to the National Cancer Institute, 8 to 10 servings a day can cut our risk of some cancers in half. The USDA Food Guide Pyramid advocates eating 5 to 9 servings of fruits and vegetables per day for optimum health.
The reason why fruits and vegetables are so beneficial to our health is that they contain important vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that are utilized in our bodies for optimal cellular function and prevention of disease. Some fruits and vegetables are considered to be 'superfoods'. These are foods that have a very high content of nutrients and phytochemicals, making them optimal choices to include in our diet. Some examples of superfoods are spirulina, chlorella, spinach, kale, broccoli and blueberries.
Sometimes, with our busy lives it is difficult to get in all of the recommended daily fruits and vegetables. At Arizona Natural Medicine®, in addition to healthy diet recommendations, Dr. Lane and Dr. Khalsa offer an additional option to patients who want to maximize their intake of fruits and vegetables in an easy and affordable way.
Greens First® is a powdered supplement that contains the antioxidant equivalent of 15+ servings of fruits and vegetables per scoop. It contains a combination of powdered green superfoods, vegetables, berries, herbs, fiber and probiotics. It contains 49 different superfoods, Certified Organic fruits and vegetables and is gluten free. The original Greens First® is a 'greens' powder but it also comes in a 'berry flavor' that contains less of the greens and more of the berries and fruits. Greens First® can be simply mixed in 6-8 oz of cold water or can be added to juice or a protein smoothie. It is a great addition to your daily supplement regimen to ensure that your body is getting all the nutrients and antioxidants it needs to stay healthy. In addition to containing antioxidants that help neutralize free radicals that can cause cell damage, it is also alkalinizing to the body, which helps prevent cancer and keeps the body healthy.
Ask us about Greens First® at your next visit!
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Nutrition Corner
Oxidative Stress and Antioxidants
Oxidative stress occurs when reactive oxygen molecules are produced which create free radicals. Free radicals damage cells and expedite the process of aging and can cause disease. Antioxidants are our natural defense against free radical damage. This is a normal process whereby your body constantly reacts with oxygen as you breathe and your cells produce energy. However, when there is a disturbance in the balance of pro-oxidants verses anti-oxidants, and pro-oxidants are in higher amount in the body, the body becomes bombarded by pro-oxidants causing oxidative stress. Free radicals attack the fats, protein and the DNA in our cells causing diseases and accelerate the aging process.
Luckily Mother Nature has provided us with antioxidants in nature's food supply which neutralizes free radicals and protects us from disease and slow down the again process.
The best antioxidant sources are contained in fruits and vegetables, as well as products derived from plants. Nutrients commonly associated with high antioxidant properties are Vitamin C, Vitamin E, beta carotene and other carotenoids. Usually, the presence of color, such as purple, orange and dark green, indicates there is a high antioxidant concentration in that food. In addition to fruits and vegetables a great source of antioxidants can be found in green tea, black tea, red wine and dark chocolate.
To aim for a diet high in antioxidants that protect your cells from damage and slow the aging process, include the follow antioxidant nutrients and their corresponding antioxidant rich foods:
Beta-carotene and other carotenoids: Apricots, asparagus, beets, broccoli, cantaloupe, carrots, corn, green peppers, kale, mangoes, turnip and collard greens, nectarines, peaches, pink grapefruit, pumpkin, squash, spinach, sweet potato, tangerines, tomatoes, and watermelon
Vitamin C: Berries, broccoli, brussels sprouts, cantaloupe, cauliflower, grapefruit, honeydew, kale, kiwi, mangoes, nectarines, orange, papaya, red, green or yellow peppers, snow peas, sweet potato, strawberries, and tomatoes
Vitamin E: Broccoli, carrots, chard, mustard and turnip greens, mangoes, nuts, papaya, pumpkin, red peppers, spinach, and sunflower seeds
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Mind Body Center
5 Minute Meditation
Everyone has time for a 5 minute meditation. Visit our new website at www.aznaturalmedicine.com and go to the blog section for your 5 minute meditation. We hope our new website will offer you up to date articles of interest and tools for healthy living!
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Arizona Natural Medicine, L.L.C.
Integrative Medicine for the Body and Mind
Chandler, Arizona 85224-3558
Arizona Natural Medicine, L.L.C.
http://www.aznaturalmedicine.com
480-722-2811
For an appointment at Arizona Natural Medicine, L.L.C., please contact our office.We look forward to hearing from you. |
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Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide the most comprehensive and effective heath care, integrating the best of Western, Eastern, and Natural medicine in a safe and caring atmosphere. We provide individualized care that addresses the whole person, focuses on prevention, and assists you in achieving an optimal level of health.
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Naturopathic
Philosophy
1. Healing Power of Nature
2. First Do No Harm
3. Identify and Treat the Cause
4. Doctor as Teacher
5. Treat the Whole Person
6. Preventive Medicine
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Real People
Acupuncture and cupping therapy with Dr. Lane have really improved my overall health and energy levels. I've been a patient for several years and have also seen Traditional Chinese Medical Doctors in China and the care at Arizona Natural Medicine has been the best by far.
A.R. - Chandler, AZ
My acupuncture experience with Dr Khalsa at AZ Natural Medicine has been very positive. At a time when nothing else would provide relief, weekly acupuncture treatments have made a measurable difference in my low back pain and in my life. Increased energy is an added bonus. I am 3 weeks post partum and have every right to be exhausted. However, as my pain becomes more manageable I have a substantial increase in energy. Thank you Dr Khalsa and AZ Natural Medicine for helping me to feel better! I forward this health and energy on to my new baby.
C.S.- Chandler, AZ
Naturopathic medicine has always offered me alternatives that I could never find in the traditional medical model. I am so happy that I have options for my health care. I am hopeful that I have the tools to stay healthy.
KL.- Chandler, AZ
For 15 years, I have been under the care of various naturopaths, but until now, I hadn't experienced anyone who was the "complete package." Dr. Kiera Lane is. She has all of the components necessary to provide the highest level of care a patient could want or need. Dr Lane is a gifted physician. She has a unique combination of compassion, superior intellect and expertise, a kind and gentle personality, as well as an unpretentious demeanor. She is able to precisely diagnose and prescribe the accurate medication for her patients' unique problems. One of the keys to her success is her ability to ask the right questions to ascertain the information needed to diagnose and treat a patient's individual ailments. Another key to success is her capability to understand that each patient is a distinct individual, thus eliminating the possibility of a "one-size-fits-all" remedy for all of her patients.
She also allows patients to work at their own pace. Some patients are more aggressive about their treatment than others, and that is fine with her. She simply wants her patients to feel better and wants to help prevent unnecessary illnesses. You choose the pace, she'll work with you at that pace.
I recently experienced a diversity of ailments that Dr. Lane was able to precisely diagnose and treat with a combination of acupuncture, injections, remedies and homeopathic supplements. I not only recovered quickly, but I've never felt better!
I feel very fortunate to be in the capable hands of such a remarkable doctor.
M.H. - Chandler, AZ
I was hesitant to try acupuncture because it was foreign. I did and it has changed my life. Not just because acupuncture can help my health but now I am open-minded to other things. It has changed my perspective on health care. I feel more vibrant, energetic, and I love that it affected me mentally. It made me more positive and I think clearer.
C.L.- Chandler, AZ
Dr. Lane is a phenomenal doctor. She is thorough and methodical, leaving no stone unturned in her quest for good health and quality of life. Her diagnosis is based on sound, thorough investigation and she makes sure to study her patient's medical history as well as the causes of the specific issue. While other doctors may give a verdict based on narrow inquiry, Dr. Lane takes a holistic approach, considering causes other doctors often neglect.
In my personal case, Dr. Lane has helped with a situation many doctors had considered hopeless. She suggested a longer but healthier path for recovery that ultimately did the job minus the risks present in prevailing medical procedures.
I am eternally grateful to Dr. Lane for her insight, patience and perseverance in treating me and for the effect her treatment had on my long-lasting quality of life. I recommend Dr. Lane wholeheartedly to any patient.
L.P.- San Diego, CA
I not only trust my patient referrals to Dr. Lane, I see her myself for my own healthcare needs. Her breadth and depth of clinical application and understanding of the human body is unrivaled when it comes to holistic, complementary and alternative forms of healthcare. I would highly recommend Dr. Lane.
Local Doctor - Chandler, AZ
When I started coming to Dr. Khalsa office I was living with migraines twenty out of thirty days a month. I have had them since I was seven. I had learned to deal with them since I was told for many years they were just allergies or tension. I was diagnosed with migraines in the late 90's and tried all the traditional medications. Some helped, but not for very long and they only relieved the pain, never taking them away. When I started menopause the migraines were horrible. I had spent a year trying new drugs that didn't work. I remember going to see my grandson for two weeks and I spent most of it with migraines. I came home determined to try alternative medicine.
I feel so blessed to have found you! We tried several more conservative routes, but now my monthly IV therapy of B's and C's keep my migraines away!! I am so happy! I know I have tried to push it out to two months, but I find the migraines begin to creep back into my life, so monthly it is!
You have also helped me with the pain in my ankle that I shattered almost ten years ago. The acupuncture and heat lamp feel so good and help to relieve the pain. I am so thankful for your help especially since I am allergic to pain medications. Your talent has truly given me a new life. I can spend time with my family and enjoy life again! Thank you for everything you have done for me! You gave me my life back!
D.T.- Chandler, AZ
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Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine