You think you may have a mold problem or you just noticed a water leak in your home that has been undetected for more than 24 hours and you think, "What do I do now?" Finding a good, reputable mold inspector and remediators can be daunting. I wish I had recommendations for folks all over the country but unfortunately, I do not. I am here to help folks heal their bodies, the good inspectors and remediations help to heal the home. But here are some helpful hints to keep in mind

Look at this great find on my walk today! Mullein has great demulcent, emollient and astringent properties, which make it useful in respiratory complaints and bleeding of the lungs and bowels. The whole plant is a nervine which helps to calm the nervous system. Mullein/garlic oil is often used to treat earaches, especially swimmer's ear. You can buy it at your local health food store. Or contact me and I can get some shipped out to you. I also make it myself, which you can

There are many natural therapies and interventions for period cramps, from herbs and supplements to homeopathy and acupuncture, but this little folk remedy can actually do the trick. In the past 30 years it has becoming increasingly popular to put women and girls on oral birth control pills for almost any gynecological issue they present with. I can tell you from experience, that these women are usually not told about the long term effects of birth control or the possible co

I have had numerous patients that have come to me either with acid reflux or they have been on antacids for 10 plus years and are trying to get off due to kidney disease or maldigestion. So here is the question. . .do you really need an antacid? For starters let's break down why people get acid reflux or GERD. There is a percentage of people who have too much stomach acid, but that number is smaller than you think. There is also a percentage of folks that have anatomical re

In the 80's the medical establishment realized that the US had an issue with calcium deficiency and started taking steps to correct this imbalance in patients, as it was leading to things like Osteoporosis. Unfortunately calcium's easily overlooked sister MAGNESIUM is now the most common nutrient deficiency in the body. Leaving the correction to the alternative health docs like myself. Remember that more doesn't necessarily mean better. I had one patient who came to me for

Learning how to work with your fever can help you heal faster and more completely. With less chance of latency due to suppression. Check out my video below. *This information is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. *You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace, professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. *Always speak with your physician or other healthcare profe

I grew up thinking that I should take a medication as soon as I got a symptom so I could stop the symptom and move on with my day. How many people do you know that have gone to work or school with a cold or even a flu? They take a bunch of medications to get through the day and then more to sleep at night. Then I went to Naturopathic Medical School and learned that there was another way. A healthier way. . . *This information is not intended as a substitute for the advice

The road to optimal wellness will never be found in a pharmacy. It is found in the things we do daily, what we put in our mouths, mind and on our bodies. It is found in our daily habits, what we do and what we DON'T. Many people never even think about how suppressing a symptom can lead to further symptoms. It is my job to teach. So here is a video that may help you to understand the difference between the road to declining health and optimal health! Enjoy *This informat

The hormones of the body are like a symphony. If any one instrument is out of tune, then the entire song sounds horrible. This can be the same with the hormones of the body, especially the thyroid and adrenal glands. Watch this video to learn one way the adrenal stress hormone, cortisol, can affect thyroid metabolism in the body at the cellular level. *This information is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professiona

I can't tell you how many patients have told me that their doctor says their thyroid is fine. But they have fatigue, weight gain, depression, constipation or a myriad of other symptoms that point to under active thyroid. So we run a FULL thyroid panel and low and behold, they have under active thyroid or even Hashimoto's Disease. If you struggle with any of the symptoms noted above or dry skin, cold intolerance or thinning hair or eyebrows, then take a look at this video. *

Many people are taking sides when it comes to the new vaccines coming out for the pandemic. The pro-vaccine community says that it will confer immunity and help end the pandemic. The anti-vaccine community is concerned about safety and long term effects from preservatives and adjuvants. But rarely do you hear about how to support your body and immune system during the process. So this is not a post about taking sides. It is my job to help people be as healthy as possible,

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I am so excited to have my own garden again this year and that means a ton of organic, macrobiotic vegetables. But not everyone has a green thumb, space or time to grow their own. If you can't buy your veggies at the local farmer's Market, then you need to know what your'e putting in your mouth when it comes to pesticides. The Environmental Working Group, www.ewg.org, releases their Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 every year in the spring. They test the fruits and vegetables avail

If you haven't heard of Lyme Disease, let me explain. Lyme disease is transmitted by tick bites, most commonly the deer tick, which is very small. They can also transmit other infections like Babesia and Bartonella, to name a few. These are called co-infections. Acute Lyme means that it is new and you have had it less than 6 weeks. This is something that is more easily solved. Chronic Lyme means that you have had it for over 3 months and you could have it for a lifetime.

Don't forget that it is TICK SEASON! This is especially important for those who live in in the North East, but Lyme Disease is spreading. I am sure most of you have heard about Lyme Disease and it's possible chronic debilitating symptoms. I can tell you first hand that this is nothing to mess around with because I specialize in helping folks with Lyme and Mold. The best way to keep from getting Chronic Lyme or Co-Infections is to avoid getting Acute Lyme or Co-Infections. T

I have realized, by talking with friends, that most people don't know how to support themselves when they get an acute illness. There are great ways to support the body to go through an illness and come out the other side stronger. It is really a 4-phase process and I will outline the basics here. Please email me at, info@drsparksnd.com, if there is anything you would like to me to go into deeper detail about in future Health-E-News or you would like to sign up for my new

Exercise -exercise during the day (it helps calm mental chatter and is beneficial for your body), but NOT within 2 hrs of bedtime Eating – try not to eat heavy meals within 3 hours of bedtime. Studies have shown that eating a small piece of juicy fruit or a glass of milk (L-tryptophan) before bed has aided in the sleep process. Avoid using alcohol, tobacco, caffeine or other drugs as many of them affect your nervous system and thus your sleep Electronics - try not to use

In order to restore the body to a healthy state we must obey natural law. You can take all the supplements in the world but you will have a hard time achieving your health goals without following these recommendations. By following the basic guidelines we are able to support all of our systems and achieve wellness. Each week try to incorporate one new treatment guideline. Sunshine: Be outside 30 minutes per day. In our busy schedules we tend to forget to take time to be in

Mustard poultices have been used as a folk remedy for centuries as a treatment for bronchitis, pleurisy and pneumonia, as well as other ailments. It is said that relieves pain and also increases circulation to the area. It also increase perspiration and heat to help release toxins through the skin. Mix together: ½ cup mustard powder 2 cups flour 1 egg white (can use more water if you have an egg allergy) Enough water to make a paste. Using wooden spoon, spread out between t

Dry skin brushing stimulates the lymph channels to drain toxic mucoid matter into the blood, thereby purifying the entire system. This enables the lymph to perform its house-cleaning duties by keeping the tissues detoxified. The immune system is housed in the lymph nodes so it is important to keep the lymph moving and to clean out the old. The only other way to move lymph is by professional lymph massage, movement and exercise. Dry skin brushing also helps to shed dead skin