A landmark 2026 systematic review confirms that C-section birth has measurable, sometimes lasting, consequences for a baby's GI tract due to gut microbiome disruption. Learn the short and long-term risks, and discover 6 evidence-based strategies—including breastfeeding and targeted synbiotics—to restore your baby's gut health and prevent future chronic disease.
Today we’re going to dive into exactly what butyrate is, how it benefits your health, and how you can optimize your levels of this mighty molecule.
Occupational exposure to airborne mycotoxins is a far more prevalent and dangerous source of chronic health issues than previously understood, causing symptoms like persistent fatigue, brain fog, and weekly headaches. Recent research on mycotoxin biomarkers allows for accurate testing, and a comprehensive functional medicine approach can help patients remove the source, bind and eliminate toxins, support detoxification, and restore health.1
*This article was updated on 10/17/23 Cancer. This single word can stop you in your tracks. So, in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and all the brave souls out there fighting for their health, I wanted to give you some tips to help fight back against cancer. So let’s dive into some simple yet…
Building on the foundational diet and exercise strategies we explored in Part 1, and the cutting-edge supplement science from Part 2, we now turn to advanced integrative approaches that can significantly enhance your breast cancer prevention strategy. As someone who has personally navigated both breast cancer and chronic illness, I've learned that true prevention requires addressing the deeper environmental and metabolic factors that create the conditions for cancer to develop.
When you think of breast cancer, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Chances are, the microbes in your gut aren’t among the first things that pop into your head. However, research is finding that there is a complex and direct link between the microorganisms that reside within us and the devastating diagnosis of…
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…
Boulder Farmer's Market Favorites! Hey readers… please stay tuned! This week I'll be blogging about some of my favorite venders and fresh produce at the Boulder Farmer's Market… and encouraging YOU to support your local organic and sustainable farms. I'll be featuring delicious recipes, insider tips to get the best produce, and introducing you to some…
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…
If you suffer from severe allergies, histamine intolerance, mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) or any other condition that causes your histamine levels to be higher or your body to less tolerant – then you know firsthand how powerfully histamine can rule over your life.
