Have you ever received results from a lipid panel test results and had no idea what those numbers meant? If they were even good or bad? Or the difference between good cholesterol and bad cholesterol? You are not alone. Out…
There’s a lot to enjoy about the winter. From fireplaces to skiing and sledding to beautiful snow-filled scenery, winter can be a fun time of year. As beautiful as the view may be, however, the cold weather can wreak havoc…
Heart disease is commonly known as a “man’s disease.” However, heart disease kills 1 in 5 women each year. This fact is troubling and as a functional medicine physician I know it doesn’t have to be this way! Heart disease…
How often should you shower? If you’re like most people you shower or bathe six to nine times a week. Although this may be what you were taught as a child and has been your habit for years, washing daily…
You’re pretty savvy about your body and your health. You know about the bacteria and fungi (good and bad) that live in and on our bodies. However, do you know about biofilms? They can occur nearly anywhere, yet most people…
This is a great time for functional medicine. There’s so much research emerging on how the different systems in your body are connected, lending even more proof that the whole-body functional medicine approach to health is truly the best option. …
I often clarify the famous phrase, “You are what you eat,” by saying “You are what you digest and absorb!” Without proper digestion of your food, which relies on digestive enzymes, you can eat all the nutrient-rich foods in the…
Across the globe people are staying at home, and for good reason. It’s the best way to prevent the spread of COVID-19. I applaud the contribution we are all making by doing this! However, as a medical doctor and functional…
Sex. It’s not just fun — it’s actually good for you! It has the power to boost your immune response, increase your fertility, extend your lifespan, and much more. Yet if you’re getting older, you may think your sex life…
If the old adage, “You are what you eat!” is true, then you should definitely eat plenty of protein. Protein is quite literally what your body is primarily made of, and it’s what enables your body to perform a vast…
Inflammation is at the root of nearly every modern, chronic illness. Cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, Alzheimer’s, autoimmune disease, and even cancer can all be connected with the body’s inability to keep up with the bombardment of inflammation we experience…
Magnesium is one of the most common nutritional deficiencies I see in my clinic. In fact, nearly everyone who isn’t already using a top-quality magnesium supplement is likely low in this all-important mineral. While no current government data on magnesium…
I’m sure you know that your skin is your biggest organ. Did you also know it is responsible for protecting you against foreign invaders such as bacteria and viruses, maintaining optimal body temperatures, activating vitamin D which can then be…
This is the second article in a two-part series about heart health. See part one here: Heart Health Part I: The Autoimmune-Heart Disease Connection Last week, I wrote about the link between autoimmunity and cardiovascular disease (CVD). This week, I…
Which sounds better: covering up your acne, dark circles, and dry skin with chemical-laden lotions and makeup, or having naturally clear skin by healing it from the inside out? Your skin is the largest organ in the body. It’s your…
