Functional medicine
Why Your SIBO Keeps Coming Back (And What Conventional Treatment Gets Wrong)
If you’re wondering why SIBO keeps coming back even after antibiotics, antimicrobials, or a restrictive diet, the answer usually goes deeper than the bacterial overgrowth itself. You have done the elimination diet. You took rifaximin, herbal antimicrobials, or both. Your breath test came back negative, and for about six weeks you felt like yourself again.…
Read MoreWhat No One Is Telling You About GLP-1s and Your Thyroid
If you have been struggling to lose weight, you have probably asked yourself this question. The connection between GLP-1 and thyroid health is becoming increasingly important as medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro are used for weight loss and metabolic health. But how do these medications interact with thyroid function, metabolism, and long-term weight management?…
Read MoreExploring the Impact of Micronutrients on Well-Being
Micronutrients, or the vitamins and minerals your body needs, typically work like a team. To illustrate this point, let’s look at some collaborative examples you see in everyday life. Have you ever been part of a group or community where everyone works together while carrying out their specific roles? Maybe you have been on an…
Read MoreWhat is SIBO? Your Simple Guide to Understanding and Treating Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
Have you ever found yourself grappling with the discomfort of abdominal distension, bloating, or cramping, seemingly unaffected by the type of food you consume? If so, you might resonate with the notion of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO), a prevalent gut disorder that can significantly impact your well-being. It is estimated 500 million undiagnosed cases…
Read MoreUnlock the Hidden Power of Functional Medicine to Beat Autoimmune Diseases
Autoimmune diseases affect an estimated 50 million Americans, causing a myriad of health issues and impacting the quality of life for those afflicted. These conditions occur when the immune system, which is designed to protect the body from external threats, mistakenly attacks its own healthy tissues. Autoimmune diseases encompass over 100 recognized conditions. Some well-known…
Read MoreA Functional Medicine Approach to Conquering Acne
I get many clients whose main source of concern is their acne. These individuals feel they have tried every treatment imaginable, coming to me extremely frustrated that their acne continues to reappear. What are the most common underlying causes of acne? Inflammation and Oxidative Stress: Sugar raises insulin levels which promote the production of…
Read MoreUnraveling the Health Puzzle: Embracing Functional Medicine’s Holistic Pathway
“Everything looks fine! You have nothing to worry about – you’re in perfectly good health.” Ever heard that before/after scheduling a visit to the doctor because something felt off? Maybe it was hormonal and you felt moody, bloated, gassy, your cycle was irregular, your mood was low. Or, maybe it was your digestion – you…
Read MoreUnlocking the Gut-Skin Connection: A Holistic Approach to Functional Skin Disorders
Have you ever felt uncomfortable in your own skin? You may think to yourself, “If only this rash or acne will go away, THEN I will feel confident.” Maybe you have tried various topical creams, been prescribed antibiotics, or purchased the “next best thing” to help cure those blemishes. (Let’s be honest … we have…
Read MoreThe Hidden Causes: A Functional Medicine Approach To Restoring Balance And Vitality
“Everything looks fine! You have nothing to worry about – you’re in perfectly good health.” Ever heard that before after scheduling a visit to the doctor because something felt off? Maybe it was hormonal and you felt moody, bloated, and gassy, your cycle was irregular, and your mood was low. Or, maybe it was your…
Read MoreUnveiling The Mind-Body Connection: Exploring Functional Medicine Approaches To Mood Disorders
If you’re reading this right now, odds are you know someone who has been diagnosed with or silently suffers from a mood disorder. In fact, you may have personally encountered a mental health condition of your own. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it was estimated 1 in 8 people globally had a mental…
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