
Dr. Bentz’ Holistic Health Blog
Unlocking the Connection: How Kinesiology Powers the Neurological Integration System (NIS)
NIS incorporates principles of kinesiology, a discipline that studies the mechanics and dynamics of body movement, as a foundational tool in its practice. Kinesiology’s focus on the interplay between muscle response, neurological function, and overall health makes it an ideal framework for identifying areas where the body’s natural self-correcting processes are impaired.
How the Festive Season Impacts Your Brain—and How to Make the Most of It
The festive season engages multiple regions of the brain, blending joy, nostalgia, and even moments of stress. By understanding its effects, you can maximize the benefits and create a truly enriching experience.
The Illusion of Reality
We think of reality as something solid, fixed, and external to ourselves. Neuroscience contradicts this notion.
The Universe Within and Without
Quantum physics reveals a profound interconnectedness in the universe, shattering the notion of separateness that has long dominated our worldview.
Healing the Roots of Disease
The strategies outlined in this article will go a long way in managing inflammation and reducing your chance of disease. It’s up to you!
Weight Loss Drugs: A Dangerous Trap
Don't sacrifice your health on the altar of quick fixes. Invest in your well-being through education and sustainable lifestyle shifts. Your future self will thank you.
Is Artificial Intelligence the Future of Healthcare?
There is another type of intelligence which surpasses AI when it comes to our well-being. This is what is called “Innate Intelligence”.
Health Biomarkers: Why They’re So Important
Biomarkers are characteristics of the body that you can measure. So your blood pressure is actually a biomarker, as are the levels of different metabolites, minerals and other substances circulating in your blood.
The Time is Now: Reducing Your Toxic Burden
One mindful action at a time we will individually and collectively come out of this experience for the better.
Are Your Supplements Helping or Hurting You?
I’ve long suspected that this can’t be healthy, and my recent research is helping me understand why.
Evolutionary Mismatch: Understanding our Biological Heritage for Better Health
While it is unrealistic for modern humans to return to a hunter-gatherer lifestyle, there are several things we can do to prevent and reverse some of the deleterious effects evolutionary mismatches have wrought on us.
Metabolic Reset: Achieving Flexibility with Proper Nutrition and Daily Habits
Large portions of the human population are in a constant struggle when it comes to their metabolic health.
Restoring Automation to Human Health
Minute by minute, every day, you are faced with the opportunity to consciously decide how you will fuel and regulate your body’s automated function.
How to Improve Your Brain Health
This article outlines the primary things you can do on a regular basis to maintain a healthy level of brain and nervous system function, which will greatly enhance your overall health and well-being.
History of Sauna Cultures Around the World
Despite totally different perspectives of the human body, experts from all around the globe recognize the unique and powerful ability of heat treatments.
The Microbiome and Viruses: What roles do they play?
I’m going to discuss the microbial world of viruses, bacteria, parasites, and fungi, and the ways in which our microbiome can have a huge effect on the strength of our immune system and overall health.
Vitamin D - An Effective Therapy to Prevent and Treat Influenza
An article by Gerry Schwalfenberg M.D. in the Journal of Canadian Family Physicians cites evidence that there is a correlation between flu outbreaks and the seasonal drop in Vitamin D due to lack of sunlight.
Treating Causes at the Cellular Level with NIS
With NIS we use a treatment method to identify which signals are not getting through to particular parts of your physiology (body) and the cell.
Circadian Biology: The Engine of Life
The light receptors in our eyes have high concentrations of DHA which transforms light to electrical signals that control most biological functions, even down to the mitochondria at a cellular level which produce our energy.
Digital Dementia: The Dark Side of Technology
Besides the obvious lack of social interaction, is anyone paying attention to the other adverse effects that technology is having on us?