The Benefits of Sun Exposure
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There are few topics as controversial as safe sun exposure. Sunbathing and tanning often get a bad rap, but mounting evidence reveals that moderate sun exposure is not only safe…
Dr. Lauren Jefferis, MD
Dr. Lauren Jefferis, MD is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics and has been practicing for almost 20 years. She graduated from MCP/Hahnemann School Of Medicine, Allegheny University Of Health Sciences in 2001 and specializes in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.
After successfully reversing her own autoimmune disease through dietary changes (including Whole30), she was inspired to pursue a career in functional medicine. She completed her training at the Chris Kresser Institute for Functional Medicine in 2017 and is uniquely positioned to combine her traditional and functional clinical experience to help prevent or reverse chronic disease by focusing on lifestyle choices.
Dr. Jefferis has combined her medical skills, love of travel, and passion for helping people in the form of medical volunteering all over the globe. She has been to over 70 countries and has done medical and surgical missions in 19 third world countries. As a Pediatrician, she is especially passionate about children and has volunteered extensively doing pre-op screenings and post-op care for children with cleft lips and palates, through Operation Smile.
In her free time she loves to travel, hike, ski, and do pretty much anything outdoors.
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How to Make Your Own Natural Vapor Rub
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Hopefully cold and flu season won’t strike your home this year. But in case it does, this natural vapor rub is a good home remedy to have around. It’s safe…
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Natural Remedies for Food Poisoning
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If you’ve ever had food poisoning, you know how miserable it is. I always keep natural remedies for food poisoning in my natural medicine cabinet ever since I experienced food…
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Why I Drink Green Tea (+ Proven Health Benefits)
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Green tea wasn’t always my first choice when it came to tea, but now that I know more about the amazing health benefits of green tea it is one of…
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How to Become a Certified Nutritionist or Wellness Coach
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If you’re like me, nutrition has become a big part of your life. It literally changed my health! Becoming so passionate about something can easily make you think of doing…
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15 Unusual Uses for Banana Peels
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Weird fact about me: I can’t stand bananas. That said, they still have their uses, like banana bread, as a sleep aid, and to ward off aphids from roses. Wait……
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What I Learned From Wearing a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) for a Month
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I’ve learned over and over that health and wellness is increasingly personalized! I largely credit my transformation to addressing trauma… and figuring out the personalized diet/lifestyle approach that worked for…
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Natural Aids for Broken Bone Recovery
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Not long ago one of our kids broke her leg while playing outside. Luckily, she recovered quickly and was back on her feet in just four weeks. I believe that…
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Natural Remedies for Cold Sores
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Those scabby, throbbing scabs on the mouth are annoying and painful, not to mention unsightly. Conventional treatments work to suppress the virus, but those drugs come with side effects that…
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Is Organic Food Worth The Price? What the Label Really Means
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Just as I prefer to use non-toxic kitchen equipment, I also try to stick with organic foods when possible. But many people wonder if organic food is really worth the…
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Why We Really Procrastinate (It Isn’t Laziness)
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As moms, procrastination is all too familiar to most of us. This is because we often have a list of things we’d rather not do! Piles of laundry or dishes,…
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Selenium Benefits for Metabolism and Health (+ Food Sources)
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Vitamin D is being discussed more and more in the health community for its importance to the human body. But today I want to talk about another nutrient that is…
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12 Delicious Herbs and Spices With Proven Health Benefits
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You probably add herbs and spices to your recipes without even thinking about it! While they can usually make or break your culinary creations, there’s so much more to the…
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8 Ways to Stop Sugar Cravings
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Craving ice cream or searching the pantry for a sweet treat every night after dinner? You’re not alone. The truth is sugar is incredibly addictive, and in today’s world it’s…
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7 Natural Ways to Boost Breast Health
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It’s troubling to read that 1 in 8 women in the U.S. will face an invasive breast cancer diagnosis in their lifetime. Thankfully with better research and screening, survival rates…
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Spill the Beans: Are They Healthy Or Not?
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“Beans, beans, good for your heart…” You probably remember that little chant that was popular among second graders, at least at my elementary school. It lightheartedly reminds us of the…
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How to Get Enough Calcium Without Dairy
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When our third child started to eat solid foods, we found out that he had a pretty severe dairy allergy. It started with bad gas and mucousy stools, then progressed…
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How to Keep a Health Journal
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How well would you rate your overall health — and how confident do you feel about your answer? Keeping a health diary might help give you a clearer view of…
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Vinegar of the Four Thieves Health Tonic Recipe
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I mentioned the Vinegar of the Four Thieves when talking about natural bug spray alternatives, but this health tonic is so much more! This herbal tincture is easy to make…
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Health Benefits of Avocado Oil: Is It Healthier Than Coconut Oil?
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Olive oil is well-known for its many benefits, but another oil is gaining popularity for its versatility and health benefits: avocado oil. Avocado oil is popping up as an ingredient in many…
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How to Remineralize Teeth Naturally & Reverse Tooth Decay
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If you are like me, you grew up with the idea that sugar and bad genes cause tooth decay. Cavities and tooth decay meant a person needed to brush better…
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What Are the Safest Cookware Options?
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Oh cookware… it is something most of us use daily but one of the toughest categories to determine safety. And the safest brands have their fair share of convenience problems.…
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Benefits and Uses of Horsetail (Shavegrass)
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I’ve been using herbs and herbal preparations for years now to treat mild issues at home. Horsetail (also called shavegrass) is an herb that I always keep in the herb cabinet…
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What Is Shilajit and Is It Worth Drinking?
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Shilajit is a rock exudate, meaning a tar-like substance resulting from the breakdown of minerals and plant matter over a long period of time. Although it sounds rather bizarre, studies…