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Q. Where can I learn about using homeopathy? Ans: Numerous places are available. Simplest: there are some online websites that are helpful. Begin with the book -Homeopathy at Home by M Panos. I love this resource. At the Franz Center, we do teach you little by little when your child has a problem and we […]

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Q: do babies need water other than what is in breast milk and formula? Ans: YES. they do. EVERYONE including newborns needs water – 1/2 their body weight in ounces per day. We recommend pedialyte for newborns as it has electrolytes in it and they need 1-2 ounces a day. This flushes their system and

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Q: What is homeoprophylaxis? ANS: The best answer I can provide is for you to check out and attend the homeoprophylaxis course in St Pete Fl October 7-9. Check it out at Worldwide Choice Homeoprophylaxis. http://hpworldwidechoice.com/   Thanks for asking. We love improving the health of your family. Have a great weekend! Dr Franz

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Q:What exactly is a MTHFR mutation and who should be tested? Should adults or children receive vaccinations if the have a MTHFR mutation? Ans: MTHFR is methylene tetrahydrofolate reductase- an enzyme that needs B12 to convert homocysteine to methionine. It is important because a deficiency leads to a backup of the pathway and too much

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Q: We have all been feeling poor;y this summer. Is something going around?   Ans: There is always something going around. This year has been different. We have seen more high fevers and bad viral illnesses than in previous years. It is also HOTTER this summer than anyone can remember and so it is VERY

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Q: I am concerned my child might have thyroid problems. Can that be treated naturally? Ans: Yes it can be treated naturally. That i the short answer. The long answer is why are you concerned? This i best addressed in a visit face to face. Children with Downs syndrome are at increased risk for thyroid

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Q: Is fever dangerous? Ans: At 107 degrees- yes. Fever is a symptom like a runny nose. it is the hypothalamus in the brain (thermostat) that is reset because of an infection (whether viral or bacterial). Each persons body will react differently. Some children run high fevers and others low fevers.  It is not how

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Q: We are going on a cruise and I hate taking the medications for sea sickness. Do you have nay natural suggestions? ANS: YES!  You can get one of those bracelets that hits the pressure points on the wrist and that helps. My FAVORITE though is homeopathic Tabacum 30c. Works great without the drowsy dopey

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Q: Does the Franz Center have different hours now?   Ans: YES! we are so thrilled to have extended hours until 7 pm and we are Open Saturday 8-12 as well.We are also able to see adults now and offer the same quality of care in integrative medicine to adults as we offer to children.Call

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