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, […]
