Dr. Lauren Jefferis, MD Archives | Wellness Mama®

How to Remineralize Teeth Naturally & Reverse Tooth Decay

Katie Wells — Fri, 16 Aug 2024 07:36:06 +0000

If you’re like me, you grew up thinking that improper brushing, sugar consumption, and genetics were the only causes of bad teeth. Cavities and tooth decay meant a person needed to brush better and eat less sugar. And it certainly wasn’t possible to heal or remineralize teeth. Instead, dental fillings or fluoride treatments were the […]

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The Benefits of Sun Exposure

Katie Wells — Fri, 17 May 2024 11:00:00 +0000

There are few topics as controversial as safe sun exposure. Sunbathing and tanning often get a bad rap, but mounting evidence reveals that moderate sun exposure is not only safe but necessary. In fact, the most recent in-depth review found that avoiding the sun was similar to smoking as a risk for all-cause mortality. Put […]

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How to Make Your Own Natural Vapor Rub

Katie Wells — Wed, 21 Dec 2022 14:00:00 +0000

Hopefully cold and flu season won’t strike your home this year. But in case it does, this natural vapor rub is a good home remedy to have around. It’s safe to use with adults and kids alike and is great for clearing up congestion! I used to keep regular Vicks Vapor Rub and the baby […]

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Natural Remedies for Food Poisoning

Katie Wells — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 14:00:30 +0000

If you’ve ever had food poisoning, you know how miserable it is. I always keep natural remedies for food poisoning in my natural medicine cabinet ever since I experienced food poisoning myself (many of these remedies I already had for other uses!). After a lovely date with my husband on a Wednesday night, I started […]

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Why I Drink Green Tea (+ Proven Health Benefits)

Katie Wells — Sat, 06 Mar 2021 13:00:07 +0000

Green tea wasn’t always my first choice when it came to tea, but now that I know more about the amazing health benefits of green tea it is one of my favorite coffee alternatives. This health-promoting herbal tea has been used by various cultures around the world for thousands of years, and now research confirms that […]

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How to Become a Certified Nutritionist or Wellness Coach

Katie Wells — Sat, 13 Feb 2021 15:08:56 +0000

If you’re like me, nutrition has become a big part of your life. It literally changed my health! Becoming so passionate about something can easily make you think of doing more with your interest. Have you wondered about doing a nutrition program or getting nutrition education so that you can start a career in wellness? […]

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15 Unusual Uses for Banana Peels

Katie Wells — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 15:52:47 +0000

Weird fact about me: I can’t stand bananas. That said, they still have their uses, like banana bread, as a sleep aid, and to ward off aphids from roses. Wait… what?? Seriously, banana peels have a few surprises up their sleeves. What’s in a Banana Peel? Banana fruit is high in carbs, potassium, and vitamins […]

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What I Learned From Wearing a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) for a Month

Katie Wells — Fri, 27 Nov 2020 20:23:29 +0000

I’ve learned over and over that health and wellness is increasingly personalized! I largely credit my transformation to addressing trauma… and figuring out the personalized diet/lifestyle approach that worked for me after years of experimenting. The latest in my quest for personalized health is wearing a continuous glucose monitor. As a population, we consume over […]

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Natural Aids for Broken Bone Recovery

Katie Wells — Thu, 10 Sep 2020 22:05:28 +0000

Not long ago one of our kids broke her leg while playing outside. Luckily, she recovered quickly and was back on her feet in just four weeks. I believe that the natural broken bone remedies that we used helped her leg get better as quickly as possible. How Do Fractures Happen? Bone breaks or fractures […]

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Natural Remedies for Cold Sores

Katie Wells — Thu, 03 Sep 2020 19:44:44 +0000

Those scabby, throbbing scabs on the mouth are annoying and painful, not to mention unsightly. Conventional treatments work to suppress the virus, but those drugs come with side effects that may include headache, hives, rash, swelling of the lips, and allergic reaction among other things. Research demonstrates natural cold sore remedies are as effective as […]

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Is Organic Food Worth The Price? What the Label Really Means

Katie Wells — Sat, 29 Aug 2020 15:57:10 +0000

Just as I prefer to use non-toxic kitchen equipment, I also try to stick with organic foods when possible. But many people wonder if organic food is really worth the extra cost. Here’s what I found about when it is (and when it isn’t) worth it. What Is Organic Food? We’ve all been to a […]

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Why We Really Procrastinate (It Isn’t Laziness)

Katie Wells — Thu, 23 Jul 2020 17:02:36 +0000

As moms, procrastination is all too familiar to most of us. This is because we often have a list of things we’d rather not do! Piles of laundry or dishes, homework assignments, exercise, and handling finances are common tasks that we procrastinate. Add the allure of a smartphone and it’s easy to suddenly find yourself […]

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Selenium Benefits for Metabolism and Health (+ Food Sources)

Katie Wells — Sat, 04 Jul 2020 15:40:53 +0000

Vitamin D is being discussed more and more in the health community for its importance to the human body. But today I want to talk about another nutrient that is often forgotten — selenium. Selenium is a critical nutrient for metabolism and overall health, but many people don’t know much about it (or why it’s […]

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12 Delicious Herbs and Spices With Proven Health Benefits

Katie Wells — Fri, 26 Jun 2020 06:18:06 +0000

You probably add herbs and spices to your recipes without even thinking about it! While they can usually make or break your culinary creations, there’s so much more to the humble herb or spice than taste. I try to include a regular variety in our family’s diet since they have incredible health benefits that are […]

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8 Ways to Stop Sugar Cravings

Katie Wells — Fri, 05 Jun 2020 14:11:11 +0000

Craving ice cream or searching the pantry for a sweet treat every night after dinner? You’re not alone. The truth is sugar is incredibly addictive, and in today’s world it’s easily available in many attractive forms! Whether it’s a quick stop at a drive-thru or raiding the pantry for a handful of chocolate chips, we […]

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7 Natural Ways to Boost Breast Health

Katie Wells — Fri, 29 May 2020 13:00:32 +0000

It’s troubling to read that 1 in 8 women in the U.S. will face an invasive breast cancer diagnosis in their lifetime. Thankfully with better research and screening, survival rates have improved over the last decade at least in women over 50 (according to BreastCancer.org). Still, there is much more work ahead to improve the odds. […]

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Spill the Beans: Are They Healthy Or Not?

Katie Wells — Fri, 08 May 2020 12:21:19 +0000

“Beans, beans, good for your heart…” You probably remember that little chant that was popular among second graders, at least at my elementary school. It lightheartedly reminds us of the cardiovascular benefits of eating legumes… among other things! Turns out that there may be some truth in the old nursery rhyme. While it’s true that […]

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How to Get Enough Calcium Without Dairy

Katie Wells — Sat, 25 Apr 2020 14:24:58 +0000

When our third child started to eat solid foods, we found out that he had a pretty severe dairy allergy. It started with bad gas and mucousy stools, then progressed to skin reactions and even worse digestive problems. Food allergies are common in babies born early, and my son was five weeks premature (that whole story […]

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How to Keep a Health Journal

Katie Wells — Sat, 15 Feb 2020 13:30:08 +0000

How well would you rate your overall health — and how confident do you feel about your answer? Keeping a health diary might help give you a clearer view of how your lifestyle choices affect how you feel, and give your overall well-being a needed boost. I firmly believe that things like eating lots of […]

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Vinegar of the Four Thieves Health Tonic Recipe

Katie Wells — Thu, 06 Feb 2020 10:30:15 +0000

I mentioned the Vinegar of the Four Thieves when talking about natural bug spray alternatives, but this health tonic is so much more! This herbal tincture is easy to make and works for so many purposes (more on that below). We use it both internally for illness and externally for a natural insect repellant. The […]

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