You’re doing everything right — eating an optimal diet, managing stress, exercising, and getting plenty of sleep — yet you are STILL struggling with chronic health issues. You’ve gone from doctor to doctor yet no one can explain the root…
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…
Chronic health conditions affect about 50% of all American adults. To find out if you are one of them take this quiz. It’s important to find out because chronic disease is on the rise throughout the world. In fact, it’s…
Bone broth. You’ve heard it’s good for everything from your gut health and the balance of bacteria in your microbiome to far-fetched claims on managing heart disease. Maybe you’ve even tried it. There are dozens of varieties on store shelves,…
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…
Significant science is showing that chemical compounds in Cannabis sativa have beneficial properties. Regardless of how you may feel about the recreational use of marijuana (aka pot or weed), or even medical marijuana, these compounds, called cannabinoids, impact human health….
Thank you for supporting me. Thank you for being in the front lines of taking back control of your health. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your journey to optimal health. Nothing makes me prouder than…
Probiotics can support your health in so many areas, from heart health to mental health, allergies, and eczema. However, there is a wealth of probiotic benefits for women. From vaginal health to weight management and healthy bowel function, probiotics are…
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…
The gut is the gateway to health and for that reason it is where I recommend people focus first when working to reverse chronic health conditions or to achieve optimal health. It’s the home of 80% of your immune system….
Belly pain. We’ve all had it at one time or another. While there are many reasons this may be happening, in my experience, the root cause is usually a leaky gut. This condition arises when the tight junctions in your…
I’ve got some good news for the estimated 36 million people in the U.S. who experience migraines. After working with patients for the last decade and seeing many with migraines, I have identified five common triggers and three easy, natural…
For those of you who struggle with SIBO, IBS, and other gastrointestinal disorders, I have some very good news! Recent research into a natural approach to relief shows that about three out of four people with IBS had their symptoms…
Did you make it your new year’s resolution to finally lose those stubborn pounds? Is this your second, third, fourth, or umpteenth time trying to lose weight that just won’t go away? If so, I want this year to be…
If you are experiencing mysterious symptoms that seem to come out of nowhere, such as headaches, fatigue, joint pain, brain fog, or digestive issues, there is a good chance that they are the result of an undiagnosed food sensitivity. To…
It’s only early in the afternoon and you are ready for a nap or even for bed. Sound familiar? It may seem that feeling exhausted, getting too little sleep, and relying on coffee is a normal part of being an…
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…
Conventional medicine is a “one-size-fits-all” approach that focuses on treating symptoms rather than trying to help you prevent chronic illness in the first place. The same is true for how it approaches autoimmune disease, an epidemic that has increased threefold…
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