Health & Wellness Articles from Amy Myers, MD

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Gut Health
Health Focus

What Is SIBO? Symptoms, Causes, Testing & Diagnosis

SIBO, or small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, can be the root cause of gas, bloating, or IBS. Learn how to treat and prevent it with holistic medicine.
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Autoimmunity
Health Focus
4 Steps to Recover from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
In my book, The Autoimmune Solution, I walk you through my proven program to treat and reverse the full spectrum of inflammatory symptoms and diseases including Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. In this article, you'll find out what’s causing the cascade of inflammation and learn how to stop the symptoms at the source.
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Autoimmunity
Health Focus
6 Best Foods for an Autoimmune or AIP Diet
n working with thousands of autoimmune patients, I found that ensuring optimal nutrition is the #1 way to reverse chronic conditions and get relief. In this article, I’ll cover how to prevent nutrient deficiencies linked to autoimmune disease with the best food sources of essential vitamins and minerals to add to your AIP diet. Eating these foods as part of your AIP diet can improve your overall health and give you more energy. Including them may even help you feel better in your body every day.
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Woman stepping on a scale - Yes, You Can Lose Weight After 40!
Healthy Living
Metabolic Health
Yes, You Can Lose Weight After 40!
Losing weight after 40 can feel daunting, but it’s entirely achievable with the right approach. As your metabolism slows, hormone levels shift, and activity decreases, weight loss becomes more challenging. By understanding these changes, balancing hormones naturally, boosting metabolism through strength training and a protein-rich diet, managing stress, and making mindful lifestyle adjustments, you can overcome these hurdles.
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Foods that contain soy - 5 Reasons Soy Foods Are Not Health Foods - AMMD™
Healthy Living
Nutrition
5 Reasons Soy Foods Are Not Health Foods
Soy foods, often chosen as alternatives to meat and dairy, are found in numerous products like soy milk, tofu, and processed foods, but they may come with potential health risks. Many soy food products are genetically modified, can disrupt hormone balance due to isoflavones, may cross-react with gluten, and contain compounds that interfere with nutrient absorption and thyroid health. For those sensitive to soy, limiting its intake and focusing on whole, organic options may reduce these risks.
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Elimination Diet
Gut Health
What Are the Benefits of Stevia Leaf
The stevia plant or Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni, originates from South America and has leaves that are 300 times sweeter than regular sugar. For more than 1,500 years, the Guaraní natives of South America, particularly Brazil and Paraguay have used the...
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