Three Things to Purge from Your Kitchen Reducing Consumption of Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals Whether you know it or not, you are constantly in contact with endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) — they are in the air you breathe, the food you eat, and even the water… Read More »Purge These Three Endocrine Disruptors From Your Kitchen Today
Natural therapies that support the liver and its related metabolic processes are so numerous it is impractical to include them all here, but here are our top 5 foods for liver health, all easy to obtain and use. These are among the most heavily researched, aiding… Read More »5 Foods for Liver Health
We are asked regularly asked by our members about suggestions and best practices when it comes to buying and using an in-home sauna.
Many of us at Table Health consider ourselves sauna enthusiasts especially each winter.
Adding a sauna to Table Health has been a consideration but in the meantime there are local sauna rental options in town including Bliss in Traverse City. It’s easy, clean and convenient and can help support our immune system.
Renting sauna time is great for seasonal or occasional users as the cost is very attractive and there is no maintenance. However, if you have multiple people in your household that would use a sauna more than once a week, a purchase might be worthwhile.
Healthy sleep habits are needed for optimal health. During sleep, your immune system releases proteins called cytokines, some of which help promote sleep. Certain cytokines need to increase when you have an infection or inflammation, or when you’re under stress. Sleep deprivation may decrease production… Read More »How To Optimize Your Sleep
We are approaching that time of year where cold and flu viruses spread more easily. And now, we have the added concern of the new coronavirus (COVID-19). We’re sharing functional medicine resources available to you that can help promote recovery and even assist in the… Read More »Cold, Flu, and COVID Support & Prevention
The immune system is complex. Many aspects of health and self care have the potential to make or break your ability to resist infection and complications that can result from infections. Each of us start in a different place: genetics, exposures, and lifestyle choices all… Read More »Immune Boosting Toolkit
We love our smoothies at Table Health—quick, nutrient-packed and hydrating. Smoothies are not only an excellent choice to stay well and support your immune system but they can also provide a nice boost when you feel like you’re coming down with a cold. Consider using… Read More »Immune Boosting Smoothies
Functional medicine embraces the fact that your body has the innate ability to heal itself if given the proper environment for health restoration.
Chronic constipation is really uncomfortable. It’s also a sign that something needs your attention. Getting rid of waste products every day is a very important part of gut health and therefore overall optimal health. Humans were meant to have several bowel movements each day, so… Read More »Here’s the Scoop on Poop
Get to know Dr. Stoecker and read through our Q/A where she shares about her role at Table Health and some areas of her personal and professional life. Q. What is your area of medical expertise?A. I specialize in women’s health, hormones, GI issues, mental… Read More »At the Table: A Q&A with Dr. Andrea Stoecker