The Body’s Role in Addictions by Jean Armour, RN
When we talk about addiction recovery, much of the conversation naturally centers on psychological support, behavioral habits, and emotional healing. While these aspects are vital, they often leave out a critical piece of the puzzle: the physical and biochemical body. In The Body’s Role in Addictions, Jean Armour, RN, offers a grounded, practical perspective on […]
Reclaiming Recovery Through Chemistry: A Review of Leaving Drug and Alcohol Addictions for Good by Joseph Eisele, CACIII
When traditional addiction treatments rely solely on counseling and behavioral modification, many individuals find themselves stuck in a cycle of persistent cravings and chronic relapse. While psychological and spiritual tools are essential components of healing, they often miss a foundational pillar of lasting recovery: biochemical restoration. In Leaving Drug and Alcohol Addictions for Good: How […]
8 Bio-Nutritional Relapse Triggers That Can Undermine Recovery
Explore 8 bio-nutritional relapse triggers that may affect recovery, including low neurotransmitters, blood sugar crashes, poor sleep, hormonal changes, gluten sensitivity, and nutritional imbalances.
Does Alcohol Use Disorder Have Different Underlying Causes and Expression?
April is Alcohol Awareness Month. Thus, I want to pay tribute to one of my mentors, Joan Mathews Larson, PhD, who wrote the seminal book, Seven Weeks to Sobriety, which I require as a text for my Level 1 Training. If you haven’t yet read it, I highly encourage you to do so. Many of […]
What Fish Is in Your Omega-3 Supplement and Why It Matters
Omega-3 supplements are widely used, but many people do not realize that not all Omega-3 products are the same.
Gut Health Testing Backed by Science
Learn how a new gut health test goes beyond stool analysis to reveal how gut bacteria influence metabolism, mood, and whole-body health.
Amino Acids for Addiction Recovery: How to Rebuild Brain Chemistry and Reduce Cravings
Amino acids can help repair brain chemistry in recovery, reducing cravings, stabilizing mood, and supporting lasting sobriety.
L-Tyrosine for Energy, Focus, and Craving Support in Recovery
L-Tyrosine is an amino acid involved in the production of dopamine and norepinephrine, neurotransmitters that play a role in energy, motivation, focus, and mood regulation.
Opioid Detox Success Story
The brother of a student recently decided to withdraw from daily use of kratom and the powerful kratom extract, 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH). For those of you who don’t know, 7-OH, available in gas stations across the country, is 10-50x stronger than morphine and extremely addictive. Likewise, the detox process is horrific. I shall call the brother […]
The Omega 6 to 3 Ratio and Why Testing Matters
Modern diets have changed dramatically. Ultra processed foods are convenient, affordable, and everywhere. While this makes life easier, it also means many people consume far more Omega 6 fats than Omega 3. Both Omega 3 and Omega 6 are essential fatty acids. Your body cannot produce them on its own, so they must come from […]