14 Articles by Alejandra Carrasco, M.D.
Alejandra Carrasco, M.D.
A 5-Minute Guide To Vitamin D: Here's What It Is & Why It's So Important
Plus, how to get levels up if they're low.
Your Complete Guide To Postpartum Nutrition: Healing Foods & More
The time after birth should be observed as a sacred bonding time between mom and baby—and a time for deep care and rest for the new mother.
The Role Of Vitamin D In Reproductive Health: An Overview
The "sunshine vitamin" is more crucial than you may realize.
8 Rules I Live By To Stay Sane With Two Little Kids
As an integrative physician and mom of two children under the age of four, I spend lots of time contemplating and experiencing the juggling act that...
How To Eat For Bright, Beautiful & Clear Skin
We're all taught that acne is something that happens to teenagers, but the truth is that many adults struggle with this, too.
Think It's Expensive To Get Healthy? 10 Free Ways To Optimize Wellness
Buying high-quality food, becoming involved in wellness classes and workshops, and investing in socially responsible products can add up — and it...
4 Common But Often Undiagnosed Causes Of Fatigue
Did you know that fatigue affects millions of people around the world? There are many reasons for developing fatigue, but these are the top four...
8 Foods You Should Always Buy
I know nutrition is a highly individual process, but these 8 foods are pretty amazing and health-promoting.
Easy Tips To Improve The Air Quality In Your Home
Did you know that people in industrialized countries spend as much as 90% of their time indoors? We work, study, eat, drink, and sleep in enclosed...
8 Things Your Grandparents Did That Could Save Your Life
Our society has largely lost the wisdom of generations past. There is a lot to be learned from our grandparents' and great-grandparents' ways...
Fight the Flu With These 4 Herbs
We're in the middle of a very aggressive flu season.
Is Your Man's Diet Stopping You from Getting Pregnant?
Future baby daddies need to prepare their bodies, namely their sperm, for a healthy conception, too!
Why Your Home Should Be a Shoe-Free Zone
In one easy step, you can reduce your risk of injury, infection, and exposure to harmful chemicals.