Another hot topic I’m approached about frequently is fever, especially here lately in Beaumont! While some parents are conditioned to reach for the Tylenol or ibuprofen as soon as there is any sign of fever, I have many parents that want to know how they can treat the fever more naturally. Before I jump into treatment, let’s talk about why bringing down fever isn’t always the best approach. The body’s first line of defense to bacteria and viruses is you guessed it…fever. T

My journey to holistic healthcare began as a pharmacist. A pharmacist deep in the trenches of big pharma and sick care. While I enjoyed my community pharmacist position for the most part, thankfully to an amazing regional director and fellow staff members, the long, sporadic days began to weigh heavy on my spirit although I didn’t realize it at the time. I was determined to live the American Dream so I pushed forward. In 2010, my husband and I were blessed with two little