In 2018 the CDC released a report estimating that 50 million Americans have chronic pain, and that 40% of those have “high-impact chronic pain,” defined as pain that is severe enough to frequently limit life or work activities. Add to that the emotional version of...
Why do we need antioxidants? One of the 4 pillars of nutritional supplementation, antioxidants prevent our bodies from “burning up” (anti- against, oxidation – burning); oxidation from free radicals also causes aging, loss of cellular energy and function, premature...
The Yeast (Candida) Connection to Health Issues Recently, studies have shown that symptoms of autism, acne, mood swings, chronic fatigue, digestive problems, skin rashes, food allergies, urinary disorders, infertility, chemical sensitivities and a weakened...
Just a few decades ago, before the rise of the obesity epidemic, men were widely seen as symbols of strength and vitality, with fewer health concerns like metabolic diseases. Testosterone was a key factor in this vitality, influencing sexual desire, arousal, and...
Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder(ADHD) Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) are brain disorder diagnoses usually made by a pediatrician or psychologist. ADHD symptoms are characterized by: Inattention Inability to focus Hyperactivity, restlessness Lack of restraint...
Integrative Medicine & Alternative Cancer Treatment Patient focused Safe and non-toxic therapies Treating the whole person, not just the cancer Integrating the best care for the patient to improve outcome and quality of life Provides supportive care for the body...
As the back-to-school season approaches, parents and caregivers are busy preparing their children for the new academic year. While shopping for school supplies and picking out the perfect backpack, it’s crucial not to overlook the importance of your child’s overall well-being.
In functional medicine, depression is not viewed as an isolated, unfortunate situation that can be fixed quickly with a pill and some talk. Functional medicine recognizes that in the human body, every cell affects other cells. As a physician, I want to know what is...
Sadly, opioid abuse and painkiller addiction are rising dramatically and are now exceeding the mortality rates of auto accidents and gunshot wounds combined. Restoring Natural Opioids to the Brain The new healthcare budget may pump 45 billion dollars into opioid abuse...
Am I taking too many supplements? Many clients come in and ask about reviewing their supplements. As health coaches we follow advice from the integrative physicians and are obviously a proponent of supplementation. There are, however, reasons as to why sometimes over...
While spring is a welcome relief from the cold and dreary winter for many of us, it can be a time of misery for children suffering with asthma. The blooming of trees with the accompanying pollen trigger wheezing, coughing, and other unwelcome symptoms for a rising number of children with asthma. Asthma now affects 1 in 11 children. The incidence has been rising over the past few decades,
Most people believe symptoms are the disease so they often take drugs, herbs or supplements to suppress symptoms in the false belief that a medical or psychiatric problem is resolved if symptoms disappear. These myths may stem from deep, unconscious fears handed down...