Health & Wellness Articles from Amy Myers, MD

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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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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™
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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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Dr Pointing at Thyroid Model - What You Need to Know About Thyroid Disease - Amy Myers, MD®
Thyroid
What You Need To Know About Thyroid Disease
  Thyroid disease is a subject that hits close to home for me. I was diagnosed with Graves’ disease while I was in medical school. Conventional medicine gave me three options: Take a medication known as propylthiouracil (PTU), which has...
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Block of non-dairy cheese - New Dairy Substitutes: The Latest Options - Amy Myers MD®
Dairy Free
New Dairy Substitutes: The Latest Options
I advocate giving up dairy for several reasons. I was a vegetarian for many years before I realized that dairy, as well as grains and legumes, was a big contributor to my leaky gut and resulting health issues, including my...
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Woman looking pensive - How do I know it's Candida Overgrowth - Amy Myers, MD®
Candida
SIBO
How Do I Know It’s Candida Overgrowth?
You may have heard of Candida. You also may have heard it can “overgrow” in your body, causing a wide range of symptoms from brain fog, to nail fungus, itchy skin conditions, athlete’s foot, and even the dreaded vaginal yeast...
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3 Causes of Recurring Candida
Candida
3 Causes of Recurring Candida & What to Do
Are you battling with stubborn and recurring Candida overgrowth? Have you tried the Candida diet, Candida-fighting supplements, and other lifestyle changes, only to have your symptoms reappear as soon as you stop treatment? You’re not the only one. This is...
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The Stress & SIBO Connection Article - AMMD
SIBO
The Stress & SIBO Connection
  Modern life is full of chronic stressors. These are often subtly present in your life, from smart devices and increasingly long working hours, to a steadily growing to-do list and a range of commitments that bombard you from all...
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