Understanding POTS: A Functional Medicine Perspective
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) is a condition that has gained increasing attention in recent years, especially among patients dealing with chronic fatigue, dizziness, and brain fog. Functional medicine focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of POTS to restore balance and improve overall body function, offering a holistic and individualized approach to healing. […]
How to Navigate Healthcare Outside the Insurance System
Healthcare can be overwhelming, especially when navigating the insurance maze. For many people, the peace of mind and safety of having an insurance policy is essential. At the same time, insurance doesn’t always provide access to the type of care you need or deserve. The good news is that there are ways to combine the […]
Understanding Peptic Ulcer Disease: A Functional Medicine Perspective
Peptic ulcer disease (PUD) is a condition that affects millions worldwide, characterized by open sores in the lining of the stomach, small intestine, or esophagus. While conventional medicine often focuses on treating the symptoms with medications like proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) or antibiotics, functional medicine seeks to address the underlying root causes, aiming for long-term […]
Understanding Sjögren’s Disease: Traditional and Functional Medicine Approaches
Sjögren’s disease (formerly known as Sjögren’s syndrome) is a chronic autoimmune condition where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks moisture-producing glands. This leads to hallmark symptoms like dry eyes and dry mouth, but the disease’s impact often extends far beyond, affecting joints, the nervous system, and even internal organs such as the lungs and kidneys. […]
Celiac Disease: A Root-Cause Approach
Why do some people develop celiac disease while others tolerate gluten without issue? From a root-cause medicine perspective, celiac disease is not simply about gluten—it’s about what’s happening beneath the surface: genetics, gut health, immune dysregulation, and environmental factors all combine to create a “perfect storm.” At its core, celiac disease is an autoimmune response […]
Hyperthyroidism: Understanding, Symptoms, Testing, and Treatment Approaches
Hyperthyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland produces too much of the hormone thyroxine (T4), leading to an overactive metabolism. This can cause a range of symptoms, from weight loss to irritability, and if left untreated, can lead to more serious health problems, including heart issues and osteoporosis. In this blog post, we’ll explore […]
Copper Deficiency: Symptoms, Testing, and Treatment
Copper might not be the first mineral you think about when considering your health, but it plays a critical role in various bodily functions. From energy production to maintaining strong immune defenses, copper is essential for keeping your body running smoothly. Unfortunately, copper deficiency is often overlooked in standard health assessments but can lead to […]
Lyme Disease: Functional Medicine Insights and Approaches
Lyme disease is increasingly recognized as a complex, multi-system illness that requires more than just antibiotics to manage effectively. Functional medicine practitioners take a holistic, root-cause approach to Lyme disease, considering the body as a system and addressing not only the infection but the damage it causes. What is Lyme Disease? Caused by the Borrelia […]
Reversing Multiple Sclerosis: How Functional Medicine Doctors Like Dr. Terry Wahls are Changing the Game
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the protective sheath (myelin) that covers nerve fibers. This can lead to a range of debilitating symptoms, from fatigue and numbness to difficulty walking and cognitive impairment. While conventional medicine often relies on pharmaceuticals to manage symptoms, functional medicine takes a different approach, […]
