Holistic Health Blog
Everything You Need to Know About Water Filters
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on March 14, 2019
How much water should I drink? Everyday you should be drinking half your body weight in ounces. For example, if you weigh 120 lbs, you’ll want to drink 60 oz of water each day. Just take your weight in pounds then divide it in half and that is the number of ounces of water you’ll […]
Read More6 Easy Exercises To Do With Your Kids
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on March 12, 2019
Exercising is important no matter what age you are and encouraging your kids to partake in physical activities now can set them on the path for good future health. Of course, there’s nothing wrong with wanting your exercise time to be just for yourself. It can be a nice way to step back and de-stress. […]
Read MoreThe Real Deal on Cholesterol
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on March 7, 2019
What is a Functional Lab Analysis? A functional lab analysis requires getting some lab work done or bringing in recent blood work you’ve already had done and then together going through it line by line to ensure you understand what each item means. After a functional lab analysis, you’ll understand what areas of the body […]
Read More5 Healthy Foods for Kids
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on March 5, 2019
It’s incredibly important to make sure your kid gets all the nutrition they need to stay healthy and growing. Sometimes, though, it can be hard to convince kids to want to eat what they need to eat. Here are a few healthy snacks and tips on how to prepare them to be appetizing to your […]
Read MoreVegetarian vs Meat-Eating Diets
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on February 28, 2019
First off, just by looking at a person’s face we can usually tell if they’re a vegetarian. This is due to the nutritional deficiencies that occur when you consume a vegetarian diet. Not a healthy look! Many vegetarians turn to supplements to compensate for the nutrients lacking in their diet. Supplementation is not the best […]
Read MoreStarve a Cold, Feed a Fever — the Truth Behind the Myth
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on February 26, 2019
What do you feed, and what do you starve? You’ve probably heard the old saying “starve a cold, feed a fever.” Or is it “starve a fever, feed a cold”? If you can’t remember which way the saying goes, don’t worry. The truth is both are wrong. The feed/starve advice is a myth. There is […]
Read MoreCare for Nausea and Vomiting
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on February 19, 2019
Feeling sick to your stomach is never pleasant, but there are several ways to relieve nausea while at home. Whether you’re feeling a little green around the gills or you have a little one with tummy aches, try the following to soothe a nauseous stomach: To Control Nausea If you haven’t gotten sick yet, try […]
Read More5 Illnesses That Are Easily Spread In Fall And Winter
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on February 12, 2019
The winter months aren’t over yet, and there are still plenty of illnesses going around this time of year. It is important to be aware of what sicknesses you need to protect yourself against through the end of winter and into the early spring months. Seasonal Flu The flu is a respiratory illness that effects […]
Read MoreStellar Mommies Talk Diet Fads!
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on February 7, 2019
Each one of us at Stellar Health and Wellness understand that most people would love to look better or feel better. It would be amazing to simply take a ‘magic pill’ that can melt the excess fat from our bodies in a short amount of time without exercising or changing our diet. Realistically, these ‘magic […]
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