In this article, we’re going to dive into new research speculating that COVID-19 may be able to manipulate a natural immune response known as autophagy – or self-eating cells.
Seven Deadly Diseases Rooted In Your Gut Microbiome Did you know the bacteria in our gut comprise an internal organ all of their own? We are colonized by ten times more bacteria in our gut than there are cells in our body! They play a profoundly important role in human health and disease. From helping us absorb nutrients,…
Seven Reasons a Brain Injury Can Destroy Your Gut According to the CDC, incidence of hospital visits for traumatic brain injury have increased over the past decade. It is one of the leading causes of disability world-wide. You may know that the gut and brain are intricately connected but did you know that many people who experience…
Add multiple chemical sensitivity to the long list of chronic diseases that have been written off as psychosomatic for far too long. Chronic diseases are inherently complex and confusing for patients and doctors alike.
As the old saying goes, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”. We all know fiber is good for health but why is this? It turns out it is more complicated than just a way to help you feel full and stay regulated.
Simple Steps to Treat a Yeast Infection Naturally. Vaginitis is one of the most common reasons for women seeking medical attention. There are many types of vaginal infections but one of the most common is yeast infection. Candida albicans may show up as a white, itchy discharge and reddened, raw vaginal tissue. When the…
Updated April 2025 Lyme disease and other tick-borne infections continue to pose significant health risks across the United States, with their geographic distribution and incidence rates expanding yearly. As a functional medicine physician, I want to equip you with the latest information and preventive strategies to protect yourself and your loved ones. The Growing Threat…
It’s safe to say that just about all of us hope for a long life. But not just a long life. What we really hope for is to maintain our youthful vigor – to feel good and look good well into our golden years. Human beings have been searching for ways to slow down time…
Your thyroid plays a part in nearly every metabolic process and when the thyroid isn't working you won't feel well! This small gland has an average weight of 16.4 grams in the adult. Shaped like a butterfly, it lies low on the front of the neck and below your Adam’s apple and in front of…
Today, we’re going to dive into exactly what small intestinal bacterial overgrowth is, the different types of SIBO, what causes this unpleasant condition, and most importantly – we’ll go over some scientifically-proven, and all-natural ways to heal the root cause of this overgrowth.
