Health & Wellness Articles from Amy Myers, MD

Woman holding her stomach in discomfort, representing abdominal pain and digestive symptoms of SIBO
Woman smiling - The Top 6 Probiotic Benefits for Women - AMMD™
Gut Health
Health Focus
The Top 6 Probiotic Benefits for Women
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 one of the four essential supplements that I recommend everyone takes daily. I truly do believe the best probiotics for women is either a 30 billion colony-forming units (CFUs) that’s ideal for maintenance or a 100 Billion (CFUs), which is what I recommend for recovery.
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What is a Nightshade Sensitivity or Allergy?
Elimination Diet
Gut Health
What is a Nightshade Sensitivity or Allergy?
  Do you experience bloating, gas, nausea, fatigue, or joint pain1 after eating tomatoes, potatoes, or peppers? If so, you could have a nightshade sensitivity. If you’ve already ditched gluten and dairy (the two most inflammatory foods) and are still...
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Zoom in on Belly Button - Gut Microbiome Testing: How and Why - Amy Myers MD®
Autoimmunity
FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE
Gut Microbiome Testing: How and Why
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....
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Apple Cider Vinegar Benefits -Amy Myers MD®
Autoimmunity
Candida
8 Real Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar
There are many health benefits of apple cider vinegar, also known as ACV, including keeping your blood sugar in check, amping up weight loss, soothing skin issues, and helping keep your gut and your heart healthy. It contains a wide...
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Why Vegan Meat Is a Problem, Not a Solution - AMMD™
Healthy Living
Nutrition
Why Vegan Meat Is a Problem, Not a Solution
Food that is great-tasting, nutrient-dense, and satisfying is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. Recently, however, new alternatives to animal protein are making a big splash on the market, these include vegetarian and vegan meat substitutes, AKA fake meat. 
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Dr. Checking Patient's Lymph Nodes - 5 Causes of Graves' Disease and 5 Solutions - Amy Myers MD®
FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE
Graves' Disease
5 Causes of Graves’ Disease and 5 Solutions for It
It is estimated that between 3 and 10 million people are diagnosed with hyperthyroidism or an overactive thyroid.1 The most common form of hyperthyroidism is the autoimmune condition known as Graves’ disease. I was diagnosed with Graves’ during my second...
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Woman sitting on a yoga mat smiling - Why L-Glutamine is the #1 Ingredient for Repairing Leaky Gut - AMMD™
Health Focus
Leaky Gut
Why L-Glutamine is the #1 Ingredient for Repairing Leaky Gut
Leaky gut is a widespread digestive condition that affects millions of people around the world. You might not be aware this underlying problem could be the root cause of your seasonal allergies, brain fog, skin conditions, hormone imbalances, digestive issues, or mood swings. That’s why I recommend L-Glutamine to support optimal digestive health and gut repair.
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