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Manage Menopausal Mood Swings, Anxiety and Sleep Problems Apr 27, 2014

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Some women sail effortlessly through menstrual cycle changes and on to menopause with no issues. But for those of you having mood swings, hot flashes and sleep problems, this show is for you! Learn why starting your day with a breakfast of cereal, milk and a latte sets you up for unpleasant menopause symptoms. Balancing blood sugar, limiting caffeine and alcohol intake, healthy snack ideas, supplements, causes of estrogen dominance and more are addressed on the show. Listen in with hosts Kara Carper and JoAnn Ridout as they address all the very doable things you can do to have a more enjoyable life during menopause.

Vitamin E and Alzheimer’s with special guest Dr. Maurice Dysken Apr 20, 2014

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New research published by the Journal of the American Medical Association shows that vitamin E can be amazingly effective in reducing symptoms of Alzheimer’s. This research was conducted at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center and lead by Dr. Maurice Dysken. Listen in as Darlene Kvist and Brenna Thompson are joined by Dr. Dysken to learn more about this ground-breaking study and the effects of vitamin E on Alzheimer’s patients.

Relapse Prevention for Chronic Health Problems, Including Addiction Apr 13, 2014

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What happens when people with chronic illness relapse from their recovery plan? What if you have heart disease and you relapse? Or what if you have obesity and you relapse? Why does relapse occur? Is it lack of support? Too many cravings? A plan that just doesn’t work? Explore the topic of relapse prevention as it relates to addiction and chronic disease with hosts Darlene Kvist, Kate Crosby and special guest Nancy Lindgren—a recovering alcoholic of 30 years.

Five Foods that May be Causing Your Migraines Apr 06, 2014

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Do you or someone you know suffer from migraines? On this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition, Lea and Katie share five foods that may be causing your migraines and reason why they trigger headaches.

Three Causes of Addictive Eating Mar 23, 2014

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The idea that a person can be addicted to food has recently gotten more support from science. Do you turn to food when you’re stressed? For most of us, what we eat 5-6 times a day can make a difference in our stress level and tendency toward food addiction. Listen in to learn what causes food addiction and what you can do about it with hosts Darlene Kvist and Katie Haarala.

Sinus Congestion and Headaches Mar 16, 2014

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Many people have sinus issues. Some are chronically congested, some have sinus pain and others have sinus headaches. Even with antibiotic treatment for sinus issues, many people’s problems continue to return. Researchers at the Mayo Clinic found that the most cases of chronic sinus problems are caused by an immune response caused from a fungus. Sinus flare ups are also related to food sensitivities. Learn more about these causes of sinus problems how you can combat the issues with hosts Darlene Kvist and Brenna Thompson.

ADD/ADHD in Adults and Children Mar 10, 2014

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Are you a parent of a child with ADHD (Attention Deficient/Hyperactivity Disorder)? If so, you are not alone. Five to 10 percent of children have ADHD and research has found that over two-thirds of them will continue to have ADHD as adults. There are many different types of and reasons for ADHD. Listen in as Darlene, Katie and JoAnn talk about what both kids and adults can do to feel and function better.

Low Thyroid Function Mar 02, 2014

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Low thyroid function is a complicated issue that can have many causes. On this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition, Brenna Thompson and Lea Wetzell focus on the importance of food choices and thyroid function.

Adult Acne Feb 23, 2014

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Acne isn't just for kids any longer. On this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition Katie Haarala and Jennifer Barnes discuss the connections between your intestinal health and hormone balance to adult acne or skin irritations.

The Latest on Alzheimer’s and Vitamin E Feb 16, 2014

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On this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition Darlene Kvist and Brenna Thompson discuss the latest research on Vitamin E and Alzheimer's.

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