Is Depression A Chemical Imbalance?
Is Depression A Chemical Imbalance? After decades of study, there is now a big question about whether serotonin levels or serotonin activity are responsible for depression, according to a major review of prior research.A huge study just published in Molecular Psychiatry (1) Â suggests that depression is not likely caused by a chemical imbalance, and calls […]
A Boost for Your Mental Health – PODCAST
A Boost for Your Mental Health In this episode I hold space for all the different emotions at this time to co- exist. It is Mental Health Awareness Month so letâs shine a light on how we are feeling ! Our emotional and physical health are inextricably linked. Whether weâre happy or sad, our bodies […]
How Lifestyle Affects Brain Chemistry – PODCAST
Everything we do in our daily lives affects our neurotransmitters. How we sleep, what we eat, how we move and even our thoughts and emotions! This podcast focuses on serotonin ! Want to hear other episodes of Dr Karen Health Talks? Subscribe to my podcast HERE
How Owning A Pet Can Improve Your Overall Health – PART 2
Pets can improve your emotional health. They give unconditional love and are always happy to see you. They shower you with love and attention. This is PART 2 in a series on How Owning A Pet Can Improve Your Overall Health CLICK HERE for PART 1 Knowing that you have someone who loves you at […]
Sugar Detox Series PODCAST – PART 2
Is sugar addictive? A study published is the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggests that higher sugar, higher glycemic foods can be addictive. If you are among those whose brain chemistry and taste buds have been hijacked by the food industry (up to 70 percent of us, including 40 percent of children), then this podcast […]
What Causes Your Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is the most common gastrointestinal (GI) disorder. In fact, studies estimate that 38-96 million Americans suffer from IBS, although only 5 to 7% have been diagnosed. Symptoms of IBS include frequent diarrhea, constipationâor bothâgas, bloating, and abdominal pain. IBS is a group of symptoms, including abdominal pain or discomfort and changes […]
How to Kick Your Sugar Addiction
Tonight I am presenting my DAY 3 Teleclass of my October Sugar Buster Group. I hold these groups every month and the Wednesday call is my favorite call because we talk about the science of Sugar Addiction and how we came to be addicted to this powerful white powder! Many people think it is just […]
How to Beat Sugar Cravings Forever
Did you know that sugar and processed foods are as addictive as heroin or cocaine? What holds most of us back â and gets in the way of success â are those cravings that seem impossible to break. Here is my twelve step program to beating sugar cravings. 1. Forget fruit juices; go for the […]
Got Sugar Cravings?
Your endless battle with dieting, sugar cravings and low self esteem will improve when you understand the link between low serotonin and sugar cravings. Blood sugar levels have a profound effect on certain brain chemicals and visa versa. One of these chemicals, serotonin, is becoming better known to the public because of Prozac, the anti […]