Inflammation is the body's natural defense mechanism, vital for healing wounds and fighting infections by activating immune cells to protect us. But when inflammation becomes chronic, it transforms into a hidden driver of various conditions, like cardiovascular...
In the realm of functional medicine, our understanding of inflammation and autoimmune diseases has evolved significantly over the years. One of the key breakthroughs in this field is the use of advanced genetic lab testing to gain deeper insights into the genetic...
In my previous post, Metabolic Syndrome – The Most Common Disease You’ve Never Heard Of, I explained how your body is a complex tapestry of interwoven systems, none of which operate independently. As a functional healthcare practitioner, my goal is to identify and...
Getting your clients to check their blood sugar could literally save their lives. It’s that important. But what I’ve found from previous programs I’ve taught to practitioners is that many don’t routinely focus on this important baseline test for their clients or even...
This is part two of a two-part series on how the health of the gut microbiome influences the hormones ghrelin and leptin. Part 1 talked about how these hormones can impact your clients in regards to their appetite control, weight, and long-term health. Part two will...
With the fall season and Halloween upon us, pumpkins have popped up at the grocery store and farmers markets. Pumpkins can be one of those food choices to help you attune with the the seasonal interchanges. These types of foods represent the center - mildly sweet,...
As temperatures start to drop and the kids are back in school, it won’t be long until the start of the dreaded flu and cold season. Patients often come to me this time of year when they have already become ill and want to know some holistic things that they can do to...
If you’ve followed me for any period of time you know that I believe, and emerging science supports, that inflammation is the root of all disease. Inflammation is the most prevalent cause of pain. Surprisingly – perhaps – is the fact that most inflammation is really...
Clients who tell you that they have heartburn are likely to have GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease). GERD, aka heartburn, is most often caused by too little acid in the stomach, rather than too much acid, as most people believe. When there is not enough acid to...
May 12th is International Awareness Day for Chronic Immunological and Neurological Diseases, including Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome; so I thought it was a good day to talk about these common diseases and how they are...