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The Concussion Symptoms No One Connects to a Head Injury

Your Gut, Heart, Hormones, & Mood

You rested, the scan was clean, and everyone moved on. But your sleep, your gut, your heart, and your mood never came back. Those scattered symptoms may all trace back to one head injury, and to the single nerve that wires your brain to the rest of your body.

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Your Hormones in Harmony • Pt 8

DHEA: The Mentor

Fountain of Youth...or Phony?

DHEA is commonly associated with anti-aging. It is prescribed for reproductive health. Supplements are marketed for aging…

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 • Pt 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 • Pt 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 • Pt 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.

Insulin Resistance: Our Sticky Problem

Your Hormones in Harmony • Pt 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 • Pt 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 • Pt 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.

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Micro Courses • Pt 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 • Pt 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!

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Micro Courses • Pt 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.

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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.

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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.

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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?

Protein Powder

Straight Talk About Supplements • Pt 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.

Vitamin D Soft Gel Capsule

Straight Talk About Supplements • Pt 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.

Demystifying CBD & THC

Straight Talk About Supplements • Pt 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 • Pt 3

Safety First: How to Vet Your Supplements

Learn to vet your supplements to ensure their safety.

Straight Talk About Supplements • Pt 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.