Shedding hair is a normal part of everyday life. But if you begin noticing the part in your hair is widening, a bald spot is appearing, or you’re losing significantly more strands than normal, it can be worrisome – especially as a woman. Today, we’re going to dive into some of the potential underlying causes…
When most people think of GLP-1 agonist medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro, weight loss and diabetes management immediately come to mind. But what if I told you these medications harbor a powerful secret that could revolutionize how we approach inflammatory conditions, mast cell disorders, and chronic illness? As a functional medicine physician who has…
Today we’re going to explore exactly what functional medicine and integrative medicine are, the differences and commonalities between the two, and how to choose which is right for you.
What comes to mind when you hear the terms estrogen and progesterone? For many, these hormones immediately conjure thoughts of their roles in reproductive health and the menstrual cycle. However, the influence of these mighty hormones extends far beyond reproductive health. They also play a pivotal role in another important aspect of women’s well-being –…
Today we’re going to look at exactly what EMFs are, how they exert their health-harming effects, why our children (and pets) are particularly vulnerable, and most importantly – what you can do to protect yourself and your family. Let’s dive in.
Thyroid Dysfunction Millions of Americans suffer from fatigue, weight gain, depression, and cognitive impairment. Many believe that they have no choice but to accept these seemingly “age-related” declines in quality of life. Underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) is often overlooked or misdiagnosed and can be the underlying cause of these symptoms. Patients and their doctors often disregard…
If there is one disease I ask my patients to have on their minds, it’s type 2 diabetes. According to the 2017 report from the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 100 million Americans have diabetes (30.3 million) or prediabetes (84.1 million).1 This means that nearly half of Americans have the disease or its precursor.
Have you ever felt dismissed by your doctor when you complained of fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, or feeling cold all the time, only to be told your thyroid labs are “normal”? You're not alone, and more importantly, you're not imagining your symptoms. As a functional medicine physician who has personally battled thyroid dysfunction and…
Today we're going to dive into exactly what microplastics are, what threat they might pose to human health, and most importantly – what you can do to protect yourself.
So, if lack of exercise and unhealthy diet don’t explain the whole story, what does? In this article, we’ll find out why some researchers suggest that exposure to environmental pollutants are a major contributing factor to metabolic syndrome.
