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Float Tank Revelations

By Dr. McLean Sheperd | Published: July 25, 2012

On a recent trip to San Francisco, I went into a flotation tank. Also called sensory deprivation tanks or isolation tanks, these contraptions were invented by neuro-psychiatrist John C. Lily in 1954 as a tool to explore, study, and understand consciousness. Their effects were studied at hospitals and universities over the years and found to prompt [...]

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Bone Building without Bisphosphonates

By Dr. McLean Sheperd | Published: June 6, 2012

Recently I had an NTx test that was elevated, indicating that bone loss is happening much too fast.  As we age, the rate of bone breakdown can exceed the rate of bone building, therefore the density of  bone gradually declines in both men and women from the early 30’s.  Bone loss is a leading cause of [...]

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The Skin and Inflammation

By Dr. McLean Sheperd | Published: January 14, 2012

How do we optimize defenses against the decline we see with inflammation?  Inflammation is, very simply, the result of stress on the body.  Stress can result from infection (or dysbiosis), UV irradiation, diet, pollution, hormone imbalances, toxicities, mental anxiety, and other challenges.  In the coming weeks, I will focus in more detail on each of [...]

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Top Foods for Skin #3: Pink Power Foods

By Dr. McLean Sheperd | Published: October 6, 2011

The pink to red color of fruits and vegetables comes from Lycopene, a member of the beta-Carotene family which is responsible for most pink foods (excepting  pink ho-ho’s, peeps, and bubble gum).  Lycopene-laden foods include pink grapefruit, pink guava, papaya, gogi berries, tomatoes and rosehips.  Tomaotes, especially when cooked to a sauce or paste, contain the highest [...]

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  • Dr. McLean Sheperd

    Dr. McLean Sheperd, of Sheperd Integrative Dermatology, is a board certified dermatologist, advocating a whole body approach to skin wellness. Dr. Sheperd pairs traditional practices with holistic and organic healing for a comprehensive and tailored treatment plan based on individual patient needs.