*PLEASE NOTE*Always check with your physician for drug interactions or medical contraindications before implementing any new treatments as this is not individualized care. Included for example only.
- Vegan, Gluten free, Anti-inflammatory Diet
- Anti-inflammatory Smoothie: Eat 1 cup of frozen blueberries daily in “Dr. Nicole’s Smoothie Recipe” (be sure to include the L-glutamine to heal your gut and the flaxseeds for omega 3’s.)
- Quit smoking.
- Gentle exercise such as yoga, walking, and swimming.
- Acidophilus 1 capsule with each meal (three times daily) to restore healthy gut flora.
- Fish Oil 1 tablespoon twice daily with food (not to be used by those with bleeding disorders or on anti-coagulant medications, or by pregnant women due to vitamin A content).
- Anti-inflammatory herbs: Find a blend of turmeric, ginger, boswellia, and quercetin in capsules at a quality health food store and take as directed.
- Counseling. Addressing emotional components of our health and anxiety surrounding chronic disease is especially important for a good outcome. Anyone sick with a chronic disease deserves a safe place to discuss their fears and challenges surrounding pain and chronic illness. Address past emotional issues and work to let go of them. Forgive those that have hurt you or caused you upset.
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