Chances are, you know someone with autoimmunity or maybe even have it yourself. Rates are on the rise in epidemic proportions with a staggering 80% of autoimmune diseases occurring in women.  Since this is an issue we see often here at The UltraWellness Center, we thought…

We’ve all noticed the explosion of cheap processed foods, and sometimes even water can cost more than soda. So, how is it possible that eating healthy actually costs less? It all depends on how we measure the cost of food. As a physician and nutritionist, I…

What are Polyphenols? Polyphenols are chemicals found in plant foods, especially herbs and spices, fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and beverages such as tea and coffee. They are produced naturally to protect the plant against ultraviolet radiation and other threats such as pests. Therefore, it makes sense…

Our lives are meant to be ever-changing, moving along with the currents of events, culture and the environments we live in. As Darwin points out, we need to adapt to survive. It means that every new day can present unique challenges, whether incrementally small or sudden and big.

What are sea vegetables? Sea vegetables, more commonly known as seaweed, are various forms of algae. They have made their way into the diets of people all over the world due to their versatility, surprisingly delicious taste, and nutrient density. Japanese cultures have been eating seaweed for over…

  You may have heard the word “SIBO” thrown around, but you’re not quite sure what it means. At The UltraWellness Center, SIBO is something we see a lot of. It stands for small intestine bacterial overgrowth, which means the bacteria that are supposed to be…