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What is functional medicine, and how to find a functional medicine doctor? Functional medicine is a relatively new approach to health care that looks for and treats the root cause of a patient’s health problems instead of just treating the symptoms. The patient-centered, integrative approach considers the intricate interplay of genetics, environment, lifestyle, and physiology. […]
Learn moreHormone pellets are a relatively new form of hormone therapy. They are small rice-sized pellets of hormones inserted under the skin, such as estrogen, testosterone, and progesterone. The pellets release hormones gradually into the organism over time, providing a consistent level of hormones to help address hormonal imbalances. But, do hormone pellets help you lose […]
Learn moreBoth men and women can experience symptoms of hormonal imbalances when they reach middle age. And while you may be more familiar with menopause symptoms such as night sweats and hot flashes, men can also experience symptoms from low testosterone levels. Andropause, the male equivalent of menopause, is a hormonal imbalance that typically occurs between […]
Learn moreAs we age, our hormone production slows down. It can lead to several symptoms, including weight gain, low energy levels, and mood swings. And women are more susceptible to hormone changes throughout their life. Because their estrogen, testosterone, DHEA, pregnancy, and progesterone decline as they age, leading to several health problems. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) […]
Learn moreMost often, men do not take care of themselves, and when it comes to prostate, sperm, and infertility. This article will share some health tips for men. Studies have found that lycopene has a carotenoid compound that contributes to red and pink pigments. These pigments usually are in tomatoes, watermelon, guava, pink grapefruit, papaya, and […]
Learn moreThe healthy human body is equipped with a powerful set of tools for resisting invading microorganisms such as viruses, bacteria, and parasites.
Learn moreAstragalus, also known as Milkvetch or huáng qí in Chinese, is an herbal medicine that has been used for hundreds of years, with its roots in traditional Chinese medicine. One of the few all-purpose herbs used, it is believed to support a wide array of biological functions. Despite the fact that Astragalus has over
Learn moreTaking probiotics with a Big Mac might not do you any good at all, according to an article published by the Division of Immunology at Harvard Medical School. In fact, The Western diet, very low in dietary fiber, has shifted our gut microbiota to become less diverse than more traditional diets, which is wreaking havoc on
Learn moreExercise is good for us, yes? With its wide-range of benefits that include supporting heart, muscle and bone health, the short answer is yes. But could there be repercussions in over-exercising? For some people, yes; intense exercise can lead to leaky gut. In the literature, it is referred to as “exercise-induced gut permeability,” and the mechanism
Learn moreIn the United States, approximately 10% of couples are infertile, and the number could be as high as 8-12% worldwide. With rising infertility rates, and the culpability pointing to factors such as environmental toxin exposure, genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and water contamination, the data looks grim for the next generation. But that’s not the whole story.
Learn moreWant to keep your muscles strong but dread working out? “I should go to the gym.” It’s something we all say and know we should do, but sometimes life gets in the way. However, as we get older and begin to lose strength and muscle mass, supporting our bodies becomes increasingly more important. Not feeling the
Learn moreA new study by a Massachusetts General Hospital research team found that exercise is one of the best ways to turn on neurogenesis, the process of producing new neurons. Neurogenesis takes place in the hippocampus and striatum, and is essential to learning and memory. Because beneficial effects on cognition are often blocked in patients with Alzheimer’s disease
Learn moreIf you’re interested in living a low waste lifestyle, the best place to start is your kitchen. We waste food every day, but there are easy ways to lessen that impact without having to become a totally different person. Simple shifts in daily habits can make all the difference later down the line. Store your food properly
Learn moreEvery week there seems to be a new nutrition topic covered in the media; new fads, new solutions for weight loss, and new foods that are “bad” for you. Many of the claims are often discredited, upon further research, yet their impact on dietary choices remains. That is the case with several of the long-standing nutrition
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