Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) happens with repeated symptoms of anaphylaxis – allergic symptoms such as hives, swelling, low blood pressure, difficulty breathing and severe diarrhea.

The Hidden Impact of Microplastics on Your Gut (+ How to Protect Yourself)

What if the plastic you throw away doesn’t just pollute the planet, but ends up inside your body, too? It might sound extreme, but that’s exactly what researchers are discovering. Tiny fragments of plastic – known as microplastics – are now turning up in everything from bottled water and table salt to human blood, gut…

Inflammation

Targeting Galectin-3 with PectaSol: A Natural Approach to Inflammation and Detox

You’re doing all the “right” things – eating clean, sweating it out, taking your supplements, maybe even trying a full-on detox protocol – but you still don’t feel quite right. The brain fog lingers. The inflammation flares. The fatigue won’t budge. Sound familiar? If you’ve been stuck in a cycle of chronic symptoms, mystery reactions,…

My Transformative Experience with Innovative Therapies at Renue Healthcare

As a functional medicine physician dedicated to discovering the root causes of illness and supporting the body’s innate healing capabilities, I’m constantly exploring innovative therapies that align with these principles. Recently, I had the privilege of experiencing firsthand the remarkable treatments offered at Renue Healthcare, and I’m excited to share my journey with you. A…

Ginseng

Ginseng For Chronic Fatigue: This Herb’s Remarkable Effects

Ever experienced a day when getting out of bed feels like a monumental feat, as if you’ve just run a marathon in your sleep? Or found yourself wondering why a good night’s rest hasn’t rejuvenated you the way it used to?  If the mere thought of checking off your to-do list leaves you utterly drained,…

Boost Your Natural Detoxification: How to Detoxify Your Way to a Healthier, Happier Life

Your body is like a finely-tuned machine – with every cell in your body working in harmony to keep you alive and maintain a delicate equilibrium. But, in our modern world that’s a whirlwind of chemicals, stressors, and sedentary living, even the most finely-tuned systems can use a little support. That’s why supporting your body’s…

Lab Tests

15 Essential Lab Tests Everyone Should Consider by the Time They’re 30

What comes to mind when you think of ways to be proactive about your health? If things like a healthy diet, exercise, and getting plenty of sleep pop into your head, you’re certainly not wrong.  But there’s one often overlooked step that, as a Functional Medicine Doctor, I always recommend as one of the most…

Mast Cell Activation Syndrome

Mast Cell Activation Syndrome: Can MCAS Really Be Triggered by Toxic Mold?

What do migraines, skin rashes, and digestive issues all have in common? They can all be triggered by a complex condition known as mast cell activation syndrome – a tricky imbalance that causes some of your immune cells to begin malfunctioning.  Getting to the root cause of this perplexing condition and its troubling symptoms can…