Ask Mary
As a Women and Children's Health Educator since 1981, I am very passionate about helping people find real, sound solutions for their everyday health concerns. I invite your questions and promise to provide natural, effective solutions!Health and Happiness!
Mary
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Q: My four year old is having trouble with potty training. Do you have any suggestions?
A: Nerve development and function is critical for learning this skill. Coral Calcium helps to stabilize and nourish the nervous system and can be a very helpful tool for many different types of bladder control issues. Dose 1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon 1 - 2 times per day.
A: Nerve development and function is critical for learning this skill. Coral Calcium helps to stabilize and nourish the nervous system and can be a very helpful tool for many different types of bladder control issues. Dose 1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon 1 - 2 times per day.
Q: My two-year-old child has an ear infection. This is her third this winter. Are there alternatives besides antibiotics?
A: Immune Plus works very well in helping the lymphatic fluid in the ear not become stagnant and thus infected. A dose for a two year old is 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon up to four times per day. You may mix it in water or juice and take day or night.
A: Immune Plus works very well in helping the lymphatic fluid in the ear not become stagnant and thus infected. A dose for a two year old is 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon up to four times per day. You may mix it in water or juice and take day or night.
Q: My doctor seemed irritated when I said that I’d been doing research about some symptoms that I’d been experiencing. I even had some treatment suggestions and that didn’t go over very well. Was I overstepping my bounds as a patient?
A: As you are learning more about your health do not be intimidated by attempts to keep you passive. Some doctors may feel threatened if their patients begin to read, research and study about their own health and they might respond to you in a negative way, perhaps even saying, “you read too much"! Don’t let such statements keep you from learning more. Find a doctor who will work with you and understand you as a patient. Knowledge is power. You must be fully informed about your body’s upkeep. You can’t turn it in for a newer model after it has been used up, abused and neglected, so treat it right and as safely as possible. Your body will thank you for that!
A: As you are learning more about your health do not be intimidated by attempts to keep you passive. Some doctors may feel threatened if their patients begin to read, research and study about their own health and they might respond to you in a negative way, perhaps even saying, “you read too much"! Don’t let such statements keep you from learning more. Find a doctor who will work with you and understand you as a patient. Knowledge is power. You must be fully informed about your body’s upkeep. You can’t turn it in for a newer model after it has been used up, abused and neglected, so treat it right and as safely as possible. Your body will thank you for that!
Q: My daughter was diagnosed with ADHD. I don’t understand why it takes a drug to keep my child “well”. I’m not a doctor but she often seems to be over medicated and lethargic. My doctor says these drugs are necessary. Should I look into this further?
A: As women, we are frequently the seekers of medical guidance for ourselves and our children. This can lead to a reliance on medical dogma, which unfortunately is heavily drug-oriented. Our bodies are not made of drugs. There is no "daily need" for any drug that is fundamental to healthy body functions. Drugs are short-term remedies, at best. Learn to use health professionals as part of your resource team and evaluate their input. If you don't understand something, find out more about it. Make your own final health decisions. Take charge of your health!
A: As women, we are frequently the seekers of medical guidance for ourselves and our children. This can lead to a reliance on medical dogma, which unfortunately is heavily drug-oriented. Our bodies are not made of drugs. There is no "daily need" for any drug that is fundamental to healthy body functions. Drugs are short-term remedies, at best. Learn to use health professionals as part of your resource team and evaluate their input. If you don't understand something, find out more about it. Make your own final health decisions. Take charge of your health!
Q: What is the single most important thing I must do each day to keep myself healthy?
A: Here’s the easy answer for something that’s easier said than done. Drink 10 glasses of water every day. Dehydration is a cause of many health conditions. Plenty of pure unfloridated, unchlorinated water is essential. Note that even some bottled waters may contain fluoride or chlorine. Fluoride makes bones brittle and the brain duller.
A: Here’s the easy answer for something that’s easier said than done. Drink 10 glasses of water every day. Dehydration is a cause of many health conditions. Plenty of pure unfloridated, unchlorinated water is essential. Note that even some bottled waters may contain fluoride or chlorine. Fluoride makes bones brittle and the brain duller.
Q: I’m carrying about 30 extra pounds that I’ve lost and gained 3 times. Dieting makes me tired and cranky. What can I do?
A: Ok, I’m going to scare you a little bit but it’s just to hit the point home. Obesity and Yo-Yo Dieting are dangerous to health and do cause death. Over 400,000 Americans died last year (2007) from obesity related diseases. This is being called a preventable disease and is closing the gap on smoking as the #1 cause of preventable deaths in the country. Read Mastering Leptin, by Byron J. Richards, CCN and myself, which deals with making your metabolism behave and work for you. Follow the five guidelines of eating in Mastering Leptin in a way that IS NOT DIETING and get your body and your hormones back in balance. You will see that real weight loss is possible and it does not need to be as difficult as it seems. Once you learn this information you will see what I am saying. Avoid an excess of sweets and carbohydrates or too many calories in one meal, which can lead to insulin and leptin resistance. Eliminating insulin and leptin resistance is key to good health and longevity. Many stories have come in, even life changing stories of weight loss by simply following the five rules of healthy eating in the book. Mastering Leptin will help many live longer, healthier lives!
A: Ok, I’m going to scare you a little bit but it’s just to hit the point home. Obesity and Yo-Yo Dieting are dangerous to health and do cause death. Over 400,000 Americans died last year (2007) from obesity related diseases. This is being called a preventable disease and is closing the gap on smoking as the #1 cause of preventable deaths in the country. Read Mastering Leptin, by Byron J. Richards, CCN and myself, which deals with making your metabolism behave and work for you. Follow the five guidelines of eating in Mastering Leptin in a way that IS NOT DIETING and get your body and your hormones back in balance. You will see that real weight loss is possible and it does not need to be as difficult as it seems. Once you learn this information you will see what I am saying. Avoid an excess of sweets and carbohydrates or too many calories in one meal, which can lead to insulin and leptin resistance. Eliminating insulin and leptin resistance is key to good health and longevity. Many stories have come in, even life changing stories of weight loss by simply following the five rules of healthy eating in the book. Mastering Leptin will help many live longer, healthier lives!
Q: Why do certain people live to be 100 years of age or more?
A: There are a few common denominators for why centurions live so long. Studies show that a common denominator of those reaching the age of 100 or older have been on little or no prescription drugs in their lives. It has also been shown that Centurions do not have insulin resistance from excessive sugar consumption and over eating. They’ve taken steps to ensure their bodies run efficiently.
A: There are a few common denominators for why centurions live so long. Studies show that a common denominator of those reaching the age of 100 or older have been on little or no prescription drugs in their lives. It has also been shown that Centurions do not have insulin resistance from excessive sugar consumption and over eating. They’ve taken steps to ensure their bodies run efficiently.
Q: The fact sheet that comes from the pharmacy when you pick up your prescription is so confusing and the list of side effects is overwhelming. It makes me feel like I’m doing more harm than good. What should I do?
A: Whenever you can take care of a non life-threatening symptom, look for a reliable source to help you find a safe, natural, effective method for improvement. Always be aware of side-effects of any drug you take. Understand fully the drug. PDR and Best Pills Worst Pills are good reference books for drug information. Something that is natural, safe and has been proven to give results is a better route to take than a drug in most situations. Drugs create side effects, especially when used long-term or frequently. Oftentimes one drug’s side effects are "handled" by giving a person another drug to cover up the side effect and can go on from there, creating quite a drug list for the person. This creates an overall weakened immune system and liver, ill health and chronic health conditions, which is not a good quality of life.
A: Whenever you can take care of a non life-threatening symptom, look for a reliable source to help you find a safe, natural, effective method for improvement. Always be aware of side-effects of any drug you take. Understand fully the drug. PDR and Best Pills Worst Pills are good reference books for drug information. Something that is natural, safe and has been proven to give results is a better route to take than a drug in most situations. Drugs create side effects, especially when used long-term or frequently. Oftentimes one drug’s side effects are "handled" by giving a person another drug to cover up the side effect and can go on from there, creating quite a drug list for the person. This creates an overall weakened immune system and liver, ill health and chronic health conditions, which is not a good quality of life.
Q: It seems like there is a new drug on the market for conditions that I’ve never heard of everyday. I think that I have Restless Leg Syndrome after having seen an ad yesterday, but before I just thought I was a restless sleeper? What should I do?
A: Be aware that there is a multi billion-dollar drug industry with a gigantic marketing campaign targeted specifically to women! Just look at the prescription drug ads that are bombarding daytime talk show slots. These ads are being specifically targeted to you. Also, there are a growing number of drug ads in women’s magazines. SSRIs, anti-depressants, and other drugs are and have been widely advertised to women, as the cure-all for your problems. If you find yourself with the symptoms described in the commercial for this condition I recommend first trying a high quality Calcium supplement such as Wellness Resources Tri-Cal or Coral Calcium. Your symptoms will improve but more than that you’ll be doing something beneficial for your body instead of introducing foreign chemicals.
A: Be aware that there is a multi billion-dollar drug industry with a gigantic marketing campaign targeted specifically to women! Just look at the prescription drug ads that are bombarding daytime talk show slots. These ads are being specifically targeted to you. Also, there are a growing number of drug ads in women’s magazines. SSRIs, anti-depressants, and other drugs are and have been widely advertised to women, as the cure-all for your problems. If you find yourself with the symptoms described in the commercial for this condition I recommend first trying a high quality Calcium supplement such as Wellness Resources Tri-Cal or Coral Calcium. Your symptoms will improve but more than that you’ll be doing something beneficial for your body instead of introducing foreign chemicals.
Q: I have a "tickle" in my throat that comes and goes and has persisted for a few months. I thought my body had taken care of it but a few days ago it was back and has hung around. Should I worry about it or stop being a whiner?
A: For that symptom I recommend taking a Wellness Resources Immune Booster supplement and Colloidal Silver to give your immune system help in fighting off your "tickle". The larger issue is that you should take care of any symptom as soon as you first recognize them. Listen to your body. When you have a symptom, take care of it as quickly as possible using safe, natural methods. (If a symptom is life-threatening or an emergency, then absolutely seek medical/emergency care immediately). If you let a symptom linger, it will most likely just get worse and could lead to serious disease or illness. By discovering the source and taking care of a symptom, you will be able to resolve health issues quickly and will stay much healthier. Work at the problem from the source instead of relying on a drug to cover up the symptom; you’ll save yourself time, money, stress, and your health.
A: For that symptom I recommend taking a Wellness Resources Immune Booster supplement and Colloidal Silver to give your immune system help in fighting off your "tickle". The larger issue is that you should take care of any symptom as soon as you first recognize them. Listen to your body. When you have a symptom, take care of it as quickly as possible using safe, natural methods. (If a symptom is life-threatening or an emergency, then absolutely seek medical/emergency care immediately). If you let a symptom linger, it will most likely just get worse and could lead to serious disease or illness. By discovering the source and taking care of a symptom, you will be able to resolve health issues quickly and will stay much healthier. Work at the problem from the source instead of relying on a drug to cover up the symptom; you’ll save yourself time, money, stress, and your health.
