​Most of us are simply not getting enough omega-3 fats. In fact, nearly all Americans are deficient. And that’s frightening, because omega-3 fats are vital to overall health. Omega-3 fats are essential polyunsaturated fats. “Essential” meaning your body can’t make them, you must get omega-3 fats from your diet. Ideally, from small fatty fish, that are free of toxins.

Sore throat? Nausea? Migraine? We've got you covered. The Natural First Aid Kit is a "must have" for every healthy home. Family friendly, natural remedies for everything from bugs bites to the common cold.

Looking for ways to boost the benefits of your Detox? Try these five tips recommended by our doctors to enhance and amplify your experience!

Morning Detox Drink: Enjoy this hot drink first thing in the morning (upon waking) on an empty stomach. Pour 1 cup hot water into a glass. Add ¼ lemon and 2 pinches of cayenne pepper. Stir. You’ll be amazed how this simple, healthy ritual will become one you cannot live without!

​Aha, the old "expensive urine" argument.

When was the last time you heard someone say, "You don't need to take vitamins if you eat a balanced diet. They're just a waste of money." Let's discuss this common misconception. Are your expensive vitamins going right through you? Do you ever think about what else can be found in your urine? How about H2O? Does that mean you shouldn't drink water? Ridiculous, of course.

Many essential substances can be detected in urine such as minerals, proteins, and yes, vitamins. It does not mean that you shouldn't eat foods or take supplements with these components in them. Positive urine tests for steroids and other drugs do not prove that these medications fail to work. In fact, if they're present in the urine we assume that they have done their job. These substances, like vitamins, don't pass through the body without having an impact. Our body takes what it needs and discards the rest.

Laser therapy is a powerful tool our doctors use everyday to help heal chronic pain and inflammation. In this post, we'll answer some of your most frequently asked questions about laser therapy and its benefits.

​Q.    What is laser therapy?
A.    Laser therapy is a non invasive, painless therapy that kick starts your body's own healing process. Photons of laser energy penetrate deeply into tissue and accelerate cellular reproduction and growth. As a result of exposure to the MLS Laser, cells of tendons, ligaments, and muscles repair themselves faster. As inflammation is reduced, pain subsides very quickly.

In honor of National Reading Month, we're sharing our list of ultimate healthy living books. Fifty books chosen and loved by our doctors, patients, and staff. From Bacon & Butter to Brain Maker, we hope these reads motivate you along your personal path to health. Many of our favorites are available at The Gleason Center. If you have a book you'd like to recommend, please comment below! Happy reading!