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Beyond Replacement: Hormone Optimization | Part 3:
Testing & Tracking
How to Measure What Matters
Standard hormone testing misses critical information. Discover what to test, when to test it, and how to interpret results for true hormone optimization.
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Spring Allergies
How to Ease Your Symptoms Naturally
You might be surprised to learn what the root causes are behind some of your seasonal sniffles!
Your Hormones in Harmony | Part 6
Progesterone: The Elder Sister
When I began studying medicine in 1996, I was told that after a woman had a hysterectomy…
Your Hormones in Harmony | Part 5
Estrogen: The Younger Sister
There are over 400 critical functions in the body involving estrogen! We need estrogen and tend to feel that powerfully when it’s lacking…
Your Hormones in Harmony | Part 4
Thyroid: The Conductor of Your Hormone Symphony
For all your hormones to play in harmony, they need to pay attention to the conductor of the symphony. That conductor is your thyroid.
Your Hormones in Harmony | Part 3
Insulin Resistance: Our Sticky Problem
...and surprisingly simple solutions
Insulin resistance affects 80% of Americans, raising heart-disease risk by 40%. Discover the nutrient shown to be 4× more effective than the top diabetes drug, plus easy, proven steps to regain metabolic health.
Your Hormones in Harmony | Part 2
Cortisol
The King of All Hormones
The monarch of our hormonal hierarchy, cortisol, is an unsung hero when it’s in balance, but when it’s out of whack? It can turn your body into a realm of chaos.
Your Hormones in Harmony | Part 1
The Hormone Hierarchy
Prioritizing Hormone Interventions to Harmonize Your Health
The hormone hierarchy allows us to address the preceding factors first — those that affect other hormones beneath them in the hierarchy.
Micro Courses | Part 3
The Foundations of Functional Medicine
Build Your Health on Strong Foundations
Our newest micro-course explores the timeless health principles that can transform your life!
Micro Courses | Part 2
Real Food Diaries
Transform Your Health with a Bite of Insight
Discover the transformative power of eating real food in our FREE micro-course. Say goodbye to processed foods and hello to a healthier you!
Micro Courses | Part 1
Creating a Healthy Home
Transform Your Home Into a Safe Haven
You spend 65% of your life inside your home (and a third of your life in one room!). Your home = your health. It’s that simple.
The Power of Fasting
Revolutionize Your Health Through the Ancient Wisdom & Modern Science of Fasting
Fasting is more than just a health trend. If you’ve heard whispers about the transformative power of fasting but haven’t yet ventured into this realm, now is the perfect time to explore the ancient wisdom and modern science of fasting.
Food & Mood
Take Control of Your Mental Health
Mood disorders like anxiety and depression are increasing. But understanding the critical link between food and mood can empower you to take back control of your mental health.
Inflammation
The Underlying Cause of Chronic Disease
Inflammation is a normal response of our body’s immune system … but it can sometimes run amok, leading to all kinds of problems.
Chronic Health Issues
Autoimmune & Autoinflammatory Disease
Addressing the Seismic Rise in Chronic Health Issues
Chronic health issues (autoimmune & autoinflammatory) are now the most common medical problems we deal with. How can you protect yourself?
Straight Talk About Supplements | Part 6
Protein & Collagen
A Doctor’s Guide
When you purchase protein powder or collagen, you expect it to support your health. But you have to be wise.
Straight Talk About Supplements | Part 5
If You Only Take One Supplement...
It Should Be Vitamin D!
Unfortunately, this is the time of year when we most need vitamin D, and our bodies are least able to produce it.
Straight Talk About Supplements | Part 4
Demystifying CBD & THC
Is it Safe? Is It Smart?
I often receive questions about CBD & THC. What are the benefits and risks? How can you find a safe and effective product? Are they right for you?
Straight Talk About Supplements | Part 3
Safety First: How to Vet Your Supplements
Learn to vet your supplements to ensure their safety.
Straight Talk About Supplements | Part 2
Your Supplements May Be Lying to You
2 Troubling Scams To Steer Clear Of
Warning: Your supplement may contain hidden pharmaceuticals. The labels could be lying to you about their contents.
Straight Talk About Supplements | Part 1
Supplements & Snake Oil
5 Things You Need to Know About Supplements
We love and hate supplements for good reasons: they offer the best of medicine and the worst of human deception.