St. Luke's Health and Wellness

03/01/2023

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4947541/

High fructose corn syrup increases blood pressure by increasing sodium absorption, damaging the blood vessel structure, and decreasing nitric oxide (which dilated the blood vessels.)

We are currently in the midst of an epidemic of metabolic disorders, which may, in part, be explained by excess fructose intake. This theory is supported by epidemiological observations as well as experimental studies in animals and humans. Rising consumption ...

11/24/2022

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

06/20/2022

Curcumin, found in turmeric, reduces blood cholesterol, pain, and inflammation.

05/02/2022

Patients are seen Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays in Swansea, IL. Tuesdays and Thursdays, patients are seen in Creve Coeur, MO.

04/26/2022

Bromelain, found in pineapple fruit and stem, has been found effective in treating arthritis, cardiovascular disease, asthma, sinusitis, colitis, burns, and many other ailments.

04/20/2022

Garlic: garlic can help treat cardiovascular disease, act as an antioxidant, kills bacteria, and can reduce your risk of cancer.

04/19/2022

Ginger: ginger has been shown to aid digestion, move the bowels, treat nausea, eases muscle and joint pain, reduce blood sugar levels, reduce high blood pressure. Just beware, ginger can cause heartburn and acid reflux. It's best to use the fresh root and either make a tea out of it or use it in cooking. Be sure to drink plenty of water when using it.

03/30/2022

03/30/2022

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03/30/2022

03/30/2022