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.
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…
Diet sodas are gaining negative attention yet again, and for good reason. A recent study found that consuming a daily can of sugar-free soda is associated with higher risks of suffering a stroke or developing dementia. Heavily sugared drinks already had a bad rap for causing a myriad of health issues such as weight gain, liver…
Ever wondered if that childhood advice to eat your broccoli might have held more wisdom than you thought? As it turns out, there is actually a hidden superhero in those vibrant green florets – working its magic to boost your brainpower. This hidden superhero I’m referring to is a compound known as sulforaphane. Today we’re…
You’re doing all the “right” things – eating clean, sweating it out, taking your supplements, maybe even trying a full-on detox protocol – but you still don’t feel quite right. The brain fog lingers. The inflammation flares. The fatigue won’t budge. Sound familiar? If you’ve been stuck in a cycle of chronic symptoms, mystery reactions,…
Take a stroll down any big-box store supplement aisle or hop online to update your supplement regimen and you’re bombarded with countless different brands – all claiming to be the best.
Today we’re going to dive into the gut microbiome’s link to mental health and mood disorders as well as take a look at some simple ways to support a healthy gut and healthy brain.
The gut is turning out to play a major role in inflammation and related conditions throughout the body, especially in psychiatric conditions.
And in honor of my favorite holiday, Thanksgiving, we’re going to dive into the health benefits of gratitude and exactly how you can incorporate more gratitude into your daily life.
The Power of the Subconscious Mind to Heal You… Did you know that you have a powerful force within you better than any medication or supplement? Too often we fall victim to the idea that we are prone to illness or that we will always be sick. We may believe that we have no control over how our bodies…
