Natural Sunburn Remedies for Healthy Skin
·
I write a lot about the benefits of the sun and how it is important for vitamin D production, hormone balance, getting enough blue light and many other functions in…
Dr. Scott Soerries, MD
Dr. Soerries has been practicing medicine for 26 years. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City and did his residency training in Family Medicine at Deaconess Hospital in St. Louis Missouri. Dr. Soerries served as the National Medical Director for the Walgreens Healthcare Clinics where he supervised the care of hundreds of thousands of patients across the country.
On a Personal Note…
From a young age, Dr. Soerries knew that he was meant to become a doctor. In the summer between his junior and senior year of high school, he worked with the local family physician in his small hometown, and that experience solidified his decision to go into medicine.
After years of working with a wide-variety of patients, Dr. Soerries’ approach strongly emphasizes helping patients achieve a healthy lifestyle that they can stick with long-term. To do that, he treats them like a partner in developing and implementing changes in their day-to-day. This approach has allowed him to help countless patients that suffered from diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, among other chronic conditions.
Dr. Soerries is a firm believer that patients should be active participants in their care. This means giving them all the information they need, and helping them make an informed decision, instead of trying to make decisions for them.
Dr. Soerries is a proud father of three wonderful kids and he understands how hard it is for parents to find the time to take care of themselves.
-
-
Sunscreen Safety: SPF, UVA, UVB, Oxybenzone & Vitamin D
·
Years ago, I shared my homemade sunscreen recipe and explained why I avoid most conventional sunscreens. Recently, reports from the Environmental Working Group (EWG) and Consumer Reports have warned consumers…
-
Ice Bath Benefits: How Cold Therapy Improves the Body and the Brain
·
You may have seen me on Instagram enjoying surviving a soak in my cold plunge tub, and sharing about my trip to Finland where we literally jumped into a freezing…
-
How to Stimulate Vagus Nerve Function to Reduce Inflammation and Support the Brain
·
On the podcast, I’ve discussed how the vagus nerve plays a part in nervous system health and can help with sensory disorders. If you aren’t familiar with the vagus nerve…
-
7 Effective Natural Remedies for Warts
·
Everything from garlic poultices to banana peels and… brace yourself… even urine have been recommended as remedies for warts. This post covers some of the most frequently used natural remedies…
-
Do Homeopathic Remedies Work? What the Science Says (+ My Take)
·
We always used homeopathic teething remedies for our kids, and they certainly seemed to help. But outside of teething, many people don’t understand the wider range of homeopathic remedies and wonder…
-
How to Recognize Signs of Frostbite (& Tips to Protect Kids)
·
Extreme cold weather is nothing to mess with! This Southern girl got quite the education in winter weather safety while touring Tero Isokauppila’s beautiful (+ extremely snowy and cold) homeland in Finland.…
-
Ways to Activate the Lymphatic System to Boost Immunity
·
I recently wrote about the vestibular system and all of the benefits from large motion activation. This isn’t the only bodily system that large movement helps. We also have a…
-
What Is Collagen Powder (& How to Use It)
·
I’ve been a big fan of gelatin since our family went on the GAPS diet and it helped my son be able to tolerate dairy again. I’ve also seen huge benefits with…
-
9 Lessons We Can All Learn From Blue Zones
·
As you probably know, I’m a big fan of creating a wellness lifestyle based on research and personal trial and error. Blue Zones are fascinating because the people in them all have…
-
Why to Avoid Energy Drinks (& What to Drink Instead)
·
We can all do with an energy boost sometimes, but store-bought energy drinks are far from the best option. The side effects of popular energy drinks may surprise you. Below…
-
How to Whiten Teeth With Activated Charcoal
·
Years ago, a reader from India told me about a natural way to whiten teeth and it is the only method I’ve used since that time. Her suggestion? Use charcoal…
-
How Artificial Sweeteners Affect the Body
·
It’s pretty clear that sugar isn’t healthy, especially in excess, but are artificial sweeteners the answer? Probably not. Though I do use some natural no-calorie sweeteners occasionally, I steer clear…
-
Ascorbic Acid: Vitamin C Benefits, Sources & Cautions
·
Vitamin C has a rich and surprisingly controversial history. On the one hand, science is clear that the body needs it, but the type, dose, and frequency are all up…
-
Sulforaphane Benefits: How It Slows Aging, Fights Cancer & More
·
There is a substance called sulforaphane (also called SFN) found in cruciferous vegetables and especially in broccoli sprouts. It is well studied to be anticancer, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, and may even…
-
Himalayan Salt Lamp Benefits: Facts, Myths and How to Use Them
·
There are few things in life as soothing and relaxing as the warm glow of a campfire, and a Himalayan salt lamp offers a similar ambiance at home. I’ve talked…
-
EFT: How Tapping & Emotional Freedom Technique Work
·
Whatever our walk in life, as moms, I’m pretty sure we all want to find ways to be more calm, loving, and collected. We know we should manage our stress…
-
Activated Charcoal Uses and Benefits (For Beauty, Health & Home)
·
Activated charcoal has been part of my natural medicine cabinet for years, but now it is showing up in beauty magazines and DIY websites for its many other uses! Activated charcoal is one…
-
How to Test Your Gut Microbiome (At Home Without a Doctor)
·
If you have been a Wellness Mama reader for very long then you know my story and how it took me over seven years and eight doctors to finally figure…
-
What Is Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA) and Is It Beneficial?
·
Conjugated Linoleic Acid, or CLA for short, may sound like a mouthful, but this healthy fat offers some impressive benefits. I’ve covered CLA briefly in my article on grass-fed beef,…
-
11 Benefits of CBD Oil (Cannabidiol) & Why It’s Not What You Think
·
I love remedies that have many uses (like emu oil), and cannabidiol oil (or CBD or hemp oil) is gaining popularity for this reason. This oil extracted from the hemp plant…
-
How to Do a Ketogenic Diet (& Is It Safe for Women?)
·
The ketogenic diet (or keto diet) has become very popular lately because of its potential to help with weight loss, eliminate cravings, and improve mental clarity. Everyone from Mark Sisson…
-
Benefits of Turmeric and Curcumin (+ 12 Practical Ways to Use It!)
·
Turmeric is a powerful spice with an impressive list of uses and benefits. It’s known for its antioxidant content and ability to work as an anti-inflammatory. This common culinary spice…
-
Is Alcohol Toxic? (How to Choose Safe Options & Amounts)
·
Let’s talk about alcohol for a minute… On the one hand, blue zone studies show that most healthy populations consume moderate amounts of alcohol (usually wine). Yet, other researchers (and…