Also See - Connective Tissue Disorders - Site Map Part I - For information on musculoskeletal conditions including scoliosis, TMJ, pectus excavatum, neck pain, fibromyalgia, osteoporosis and more.

Nutritional and Biochemical Links

Hyaluronic Acid - is a component of connective tissue whose function is to cushion and lubricate. I suspect that HA abnormalities are a common thread in many connective tissue disorders and related health conditions.

Magnesium Deficiency - conditions that occur as a result of a deficiency of this important mineral.

Acidic Foods - lists of acidic and alkaline foods.

Low Cholesterol - the links to anxiety, depression and other health problems

Good Cholesterol - how to raise your total and especially HDL cholesterol levels.

Frequently Asked Questions About Magnesium Supplements and Epsom Salts

Getting More Magnesium in Your Diet

Diet Changes for Tourrette Syndrome - Can More Magnesium Rich Foods Help?

Food Cures for Heavy Menstrual Bleeding - my personal list of what I've found helpful.

Migraine - Magnesium Link

Vitamin K Deficiency

Natural Blood Thinners include salicylates, vitamin E, fish oil and many herbs and common spices.

Blood Clot Causes - a sedentary lifestyle, lack of sunshine, an acid diet, probiotics and foods high in vitamin K may all help the blood to clot.

Zinc Deficiency  

Acidic Foods

Acid, Alkaline and Neutral Food Chart

Beneficial Bacteria

High Phytate, High Fiber Foods May Cause Mineral Deficiencies - why high fiber, low fat diets may not be the best choice for everyone.

Magnesium Levels and Acid - Base Balance

Magnesium and Kids - how to get more of this important nutrient in your child's diet naturally without supplements.

Health Conditions

Acidic and Alkaline Foods

pH Test Strips for Testing Urine

Acid - Alkaline Balance for Optimal Health

Anxiety Diet

Anxiety and Depression

Diet Changes for Dry Mouth, Anxiety, Migraines, Palpitations and Nausea

Nystagmus

Myopia (Near sightedness)

Eye Floaters

Dislocated Lenses

• Irritable Bowel Syndrome Diet

• Magnesium - Migraine Connection
  
  
• Migraine Headaches - explores often overlooked causes.
  
  
• Migraine Triggers - loud noises, stress, certain foods - very similar to the factors that can cause a magnesium deficiency.

• Migraine Headaches Prior to Mentruation - the links to hormonal changes and low Mg Levels.
  
  
• Cause of Migraines - my own hypothesis - links to acid stomach and nitrites.

• Reducing mold allergies - helpful tips on getting rid of mold and mildew around the house. How diet changes helped reduce my son's mold allergies.

• Morgellons - feeling like you are being bit all over but can't see anything? Holistic treatment ideas for Morgellons or other types of itching and fungal type infections.

• Chemical Sensitivities - the links to nitrites and nutritional deficiencies.
  

• Nutrition Tips for MCS
  
  
• Environmental Control Tips for MCS

• My sons's night sweats - my son's saga and the diet treatments we found helpful.

• Frequently Asked Questions About Nose Bleeds: Is there a link between nose bleeds and eating Chinses food?

• Tinnitus Treatments - more foods rich in magnesium and vitamin B12 may help.

• Vertigo Treatments - the specific exercises and yoga poses I found helpful.

• My Personal Story of Vertigo - some tips that helped me, including diet changes, more magnesium and yoga poses.

• Research Shows Diet May Be a Factor in Wrinkled, Dry Skin

• Diet Changes That Helped My Wrinkled Hands

Genetic Disorders

• Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: My Diagnosis and Research

• Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome - Diet Changes That Helped My Connective Tissue Disorder Symptoms

Resources and Background Information

• Finding a Holistic Doctor, Holistic Dentist or Related Practitioner
  
  
• Alternative Health: Hormonal, Digestive and Nutritional Testing
  
  
• Finding a Good Physical Therapist

• Frequently Asked Questions About Magnesium Supplements and Epsom Salts
  
  
• Natural Health Quotes
  
  
• Alternative Health Treatments: What Really Works?
  
  
• Frequently Asked Questions
  
  
• pH test Strips - for Testing Urine pH

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