Are Chemicals in Plastics Increasing Your Risk of Breast Cancer?
Here we’ll discuss phthalates, one of the worst offenders among EDCs, and the latest research on its potential impact on breast cancer risk.
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Anaplasma and Ehrlichia Co-infections: How to Protect Yourself From These Silent Invaders
We’re all familiar with the unpleasantness of bug bites. Not only can be itchy and painful – the thought of a creepy-crawler sinking its teeth into you can be a little unsettling. But some bug bites can come with much more serious consequences. A bite from certain ticks can potentially inoculate you with harmful and…
A New Superbug is on the Rise. Here’s What You Should Know
Humanity has been engaged in a decades-long war against superbugs. These drug-resistant microbes threaten our return to a pre-antibiotic era – one in which common infections were often deadly. And so far, drug developers haven’t been able to keep up. In the U.S. alone, at least 2 million people become infected with antibiotic-resistant bacteria every year, leading to anywhere from 23,000 to 150,000 deaths.
A Fascinating Look at the Hidden Triggers That Can Cause Autoimmunity
We rely on our immune system to protect us from harmful germs and bugs. But what happens when your body turns on you? When your immune system malfunctions and rather than protecting you, it begins attacking you?
A Fascinating Look at the Dynamic Role of Interleukin-6 in Inflammation
Today we’re going to dive into exactly what interleukin-6 is, what role it plays in inflammation, and how to keep your levels balanced. Let’s dive in.
3 Surprising Microbial Triggers of Crohn’s Disease
If you were to do a Google search “causes of Crohn’s disease,” you’ll find most articles saying there is no known cause. However, research has been pointing the finger at various microbes for over a decade.
15 Science-backed Benefits of Molecular Hydrogen You Need to Know About
Molecular hydrogen or H2 gas is a very small neutrally charged molecule that has the ability to cross cell membranes and the blood-brain barrier.
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…
10 Tips to Boost Your Immune System
Boosting your immunity is important for coping with the cold and flu season. Of course, getting a flu shot with dubious efficacy is not one of them. All vaccines depress the immune system and can cause lifelong neurological damage and autoimmune diseases. 10 Tips to Boost Your Immune System Elderberry extracts or syrups have been…
10 Fascinating Ways Vitamin B6 Affects Your Body & Brain
While the B vitamin complex might get a lot of attention, there’s one specific type that deserves a spotlight of its own – and that’s vitamin B6. This article is more than a list of benefits… It’s a deep dive into the role of B6 in your body. I think this vitamin is often overlooked and underrated so I wanted to be sure to explain exactly why it’s so important.
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