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Q: My son had one abnormal thyroid lab. Do I need to go to the endocrine doctor? Ans: No you do not. When we check thyroid- there are six labs that need to be checked: Free T4 Free T3 TSH Reverse T3, TPO and thyroglobulin antibodies. If there is cause for concern, the first thing […]
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Q: I am confused about when to begin solids for my baby. There seems to be a lot of conflicting information. ANS: There is conflicting information on many subjects! Different babies have different needs and different times to introduce solids. The literature also does not help…..some articles say wait til they have teeth; others […]
Q:How do you treat a 9 month old who has entercolitis after introducing a new food? This has been going on since 6 months and trying 8 different foods ( green beans, banana, avocado, black beans, carrots, rice cereal, pumpkin). Must wait till mucous green diarrhea and severe diaper rash clears up after each, sometimes […]
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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:What exactly is a MTHFR mutation and who should be tested? Should adults or children receive vaccinations if the have a MTHFR mutation?
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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 […]
