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Are the Mysterious Noises in Your Head Tinnitus or Something Else? I have had many female patients complaining of tinnitus or vertigo symptoms, and after seeking medical treatment, the noise persists. And, after having my own unique experiences with intermittent...

Dr. Christina Melancon, ND, CECP, CDS II   Are you, like many, concerned with the state of humanity and the future of “your” country and this planet? It is a very deep topic beyond politics, economics, and the uncertainties of...

Dr. Christina Melancon, ND, CECP, CDS II When people approach the world of natural healing, they arrive in a certain state of being. I like to assess where the person is mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. What state are they...

By Dr. Christina ND, CECP, CDS II, CPT   Do you feel like something is holding you back? Do you feel like you have an anchor weighing you down, an anxiousness or maybe just a general air of melancholy? Do...

By: Dr. Christina Melancon, ND, CDS II, CECP This is an amazingly popular question that requires deep reflection! Let’s dive into this. First, what is the soul? The soul is your life force. It’s your essence. Essentially, it is the...

Have you been in the wake of painful experiences far too long? If so, I want to encourage you to keep working on healing yourself and reviving your Spirit. The Spirit is what is broken. The Spirit is what separates...

Dr. Christina Melancon Naturopathic Doctor & Detoxification Specialist II Do you feel stuck? Are you bored with the mundane activities of life? Do you want to move toward your passion, discover your purpose, and experience greater joy and fulfillment in...

Dr. Christina Melancon, ND, CPT, CECP, CFTS, CDS II Are you happy with your health right now? I’m talking about your mind, body, and spirit health, the core of you, your essence. Are you physically fit and functioning at your...

By Dr Christina Melancon, ND, CPT, CDS II, CECP Life will inevitably call forth pain, suffering, and wounds of the heart.  Experiencing emotion is part of being human. How we tend to our emotional wounding is a major part of...

By Dr. Christina, ND, CPT, CECP, CDS II   You may have been asked, “are you drinking enough water?” It’s a common question because hydration is vital to overall health, but what does “enough” mean, and how does hydration affect...

By Dr. Christina Melancon, ND, CPT, CDS II, CECP, CPI Nature hosts some magnificent plant medicines for the female reproductive system. Among those is the Chaste Tree Berry plant, a beautiful balancer, and a life saver for me! I first...

Dr. Christina Melancon, ND, CPT, CDS II, CECP, CPI Are you struggling to lose weight? Has it been a personal goal for a long time, but you can’t seem to achieve it? There is a common and very valid reason...

According to the GI Alliance, each year 62 million Americans are diagnosed with some type of digestive disorder. Digestive disorders can cause compound effects on health. Because digestion is the main way we get nutrients needed to fuel our entire...

Fear is a common emotion we have probably all felt before. It can be very real, daunting, and rob us of peace and joy. However, fear is simply an emotion. Emotions are accompanied by a myriad of thoughts that cycle...

Have you ever wondered why most diets fail?Perhaps you’ve tried every diet out there, only to be disappointed over and over again. You work so hard, you’re so hungry, and you spend hours in the gym, all for just a...

45 million Americans will go on a diet each year, yet 70% are overweight or obese. Dieting seems to be a vicious cycle for most Americans. There are months of indulgence followed by guilt and half-hearted goal setting to redeem...

The biggest struggles in life are not the unforeseen occurrences, or the daunting obstacles we face when trying to meet a goal or fulfill a dream. The true struggle is internal. What degree of impact will you allow obstacles to...

Self-esteem is the way you view yourself as a person. It encompasses your beliefs about your worth and it determines how you treat yourself.  If you suffer from low self-esteem here are some ways to start transforming your view of...

Ivy Vitality is a holistic wellness center located in South Louisiana. It was founded February 2018 by me, Christina Melançon. I began school, studying naturopathy, in December 2016. It has been a life-lesson-filled journey combined with the thorough study of...

Is fear holding you back from meeting your goals? Is fear preventing you from experiencing the life you want? Is fear keeping you from being fit? Fear is at the root of suffering, pain, and complacency. Fear is suppressive and...

Simple Ways to Start Your MorningReady, set, go. Just as you would set off at the starting line of a race, the hectic pace is how mornings begin for many men and women.  Instead of waking up with dread to face...

How to Create Affirmations-Affirmations- stated or written- are positive, first person statements that are expressed with confidence and have an emotional force behind them. These statements should be spoken aloud throughout each day. Perhaps you can verbalize them before breakfast,...

Part OneIf you had the power to direct your life in the way you desire, would you do it? According to science, you can do just that by using a powerful tool called affirmations.Affirmations are simply positive statements you repeat...

Emotions are vibrational energy. They operate at various frequencies depending on the emotion.Gratitude and love are among the highest frequencies. In these states, you feel free, balanced,and expansive. In states of anger, shame, fear, and guilt, you feel contracted. These...

Do you suffer from indigestion, heartburn, acid reflux, bloating, stomach ulcers,constipation, diarrhea, leaky gut, food allergies, gluten intolerances, seasonal allergies,chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, autoimmune diseases, ADD, ADHD, Autism, sugarcravings, brain fog, skin issues, fatigue, or hormonal or mood imbalances?Often these conditions...

Goldenberries are one of Peru’s best-kept secrets. This sweet and sour super food has health benefits you wont want to live without!Golden berries are a great, tasty snack delivering mega nutrients like beta-carotene, Vitamin A, C, E, K1, B1, B2,...

When I started a plant-based diet, my main motivation was to prevent a pending surgery. I was struggling with PCOS, joint pain, and acne. I was in and out of my gynecologist’s office on the verge of a hysterectomy. I decided to stop dead in my not-so-healthy tracks and give my life a complete overhaul.

At times, you may feel you are your worst enemy. That is because oftentimes you are! But why do you do this and how can you overcome yourself, so you can thrive in life!

Grateful Clarity is a small book of poems I wrote while I was experiencing the real-life events that inspired them. It is a book about abuse and the many scars it etches in the human soul.

Many people start a diet with great motivation, anticipating the good results to come for their hard work and sacrifice. But all too often, within just a few weeks, they feel they cannot live up to the point- counting, carb-depriving, and caloric restrictions the diet requires. Then they fail! In reality,…

Pumpkin seeds are loaded with vitamins, minerals, and essential fatty acids, but one particular ingredient is especially beneficial to men. Find out why a handful of pumpkin seeds a day may keep hair loss away

Did you know that burying the hatchet offers health benefits, especially as you age? Studies show that letting go of anger and resentment can actually reduce anxiety, lower blood pressure, and even help you breathe easier. Adversely, holding anger inside is linked to heart disease and stroke, thereby taking years from your life.