In the functional medicine world, we are all about preventive care. But, there aren't a ton of resources written on helpful testing – the sort to catch potential health conditions early or look deeper at the root cause of your symptoms.
If you're like millions of health-conscious Americans who start their day with a protein shake, recent headlines might have you second-guessing your morning routine. Consumer Reports' investigation found that more than two-thirds of 23 tested protein powders contained more lead in a single serving than experts say is safe to consume daily.
What comes to mind when you think about your body's circulatory system? If images of your heart pumping blood through your blood vessels springs to mind, you’re certainly not incorrect. But your cardiovascular system is only half of the equation when it comes to your body's circulation. You see, healthy circulation relies on two separate…
What comes to mind when you think of circulation? If you’re picturing just your heart or blood vessels, you're not wrong—but there’s so much more to the story. In this blog post, we’ll dive into the science of blood flow, explore common and often overlooked factors that impact circulation, and most importantly, show you what…
It seems like everywhere you turn there’s someone touting a secret cure-all that will relieve all your health woes. Whether it’s to turn back the hands of time, shed unwanted pounds, boost your energy levels, or heal from a chronic illness – everyone’s got some “magic concoction” to improve your health. As great as it…
Today we are going to explore what inflammatory heart disease is, and go over some steps you can take to prevent inflammation and protect your heart.
The Truth About Cholesterol Cholesterol could be described as the smoking gun of the last two decades. It's been responsible for demonizing entire categories of foods (like eggs and saturated fats) and blamed for just about every case of heart disease in the last 20 years. You are probably aware that there are many myths that…
Today, I want to share an in-depth review of MitoQ, the world's first mitochondria-targeted antioxidant, backed by over 20 years of groundbreaking research, 25 clinical trials, and more than 900 peer-reviewed publications.
Today we’re going to dive into exactly what resveratrol is, whether it can really deliver on its reported health benefits, and how to get more of it in your life.
The SARS-CoV-2 spike protein—from both infection and vaccination—can trigger this cascade, leading to the microthromboses, chronic inflammation, and persistent symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, and cardiovascular issues. This same PAF-mediated pathway is implicated in other chronic conditions, including autoimmune issues and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS).
