Healing Outside the Box

A comprehensive guide on avoiding and managing seasonal illnesses . Written by Kenneth Haas, the article provides numerous tips for boosting the immune system as the weather turns colder, emphasizing practices like maintaining a positive mood , engaging in moderate daily exercise , and prioritizing sufficient sleep . Recommendations also include dietary changes , such as cutting refined sugar, sup...

Testing the thyroid must extend beyond basic markers like TSH and T4 because those tests alone do not provide a complete picture of thyroid function or potential problems. A more comprehensive panel is necessary to assess the active hormone Free T3 and the potentially blocking hormone Reverse T3 , which directly relate to symptoms like fatigue despite normal TSH levels. Furthermore, expanded testi...

When patients come to me with pain or inflammation, many are already familiar with NSAIDs like ibuprofen or naproxen. These medications are often the first line of defense for headaches, arthritis flare-ups, or menstrual cramps because they work quickly. However, I also like to introduce patients to a natural alternative— proteolytic enzymes —which can be an excellent option for long-term healing...

Artificial sweeteners have become a staple in the modern diet, marketed as a “healthier” alternative to sugar. Found in diet sodas, sugar-free snacks, and even some medications, they promise sweetness without the calories. But as research continues to evolve, concerns have emerged about their potential impact on brain health and cognitive function.

Applied Kinesiology (AK) , a non-invasive diagnostic and therapeutic system developed in 1964 by Dr. George Goodheart. AK utilizes manual muscle testing to assess various bodily imbalances, including structural, nutritional, and neurological issues. Practitioners, often chiropractors or osteopaths, gently apply pressure to a patient's limb to evaluate the nervous system's response to stimuli , wit...

We all know the usual medical fixes for common—and not so common—health challenges. But what if there were an outside-the-box approach that went deeper than a quick band-aid solution? In this ten-minute podcast, Beyond the Band-Aid , we dive into the world of holistic healthcare, where practitioners like Dr. Ken Haas at Haas Wellness Centers focus on the whole person—not just symptoms—to help pati...