Why Forgiveness Heals Both the Mind and the Body
Often, we believe that holding on to hurt protects us from being hurt again. But in reality, it only perpetuates pain without fixing the underlying wound. And here’s the part we rarely acknowledge: unforgiveness doesn’t just affect emotions—it leaves a measurable imprint on physical health. Research shows that chronic emotional stress raises blood pressure, increases […]
How Your Eating Schedule Affects Aging and Brain Health
Most people focus on what they eat when trying to improve their health. But new research shows that when you eat may be just as important—especially for your brain, sleep, and long-term resilience. If you’ve been struggling with blood sugar swings, weight gain, brain fog, or restless sleep, your eating schedule could be working against […]
How Our Daily Health Habits Shape Our Children’s Future
As parents, most of us want to give our kids every possible advantage—not just academically or socially, but in how they live, feel, and thrive. And while it’s easy to focus on what we teach our kids, the truth is… they’re watching what we do even more. In functional medicine, we often say: more is […]
Is Snacking Harming Your Brain Health? The Surprising Link Between Insulin, Growth Hormone, and Cognitive Decline
In today’s fast-paced world, snacking has become second nature. We often assume it’s harmless—or even healthy—if it involves fruit, yogurt, or nuts. But what if frequent snacking is quietly harming your brain health by interfering with one of your body’s most vital hormones: growth hormone (GH)? What Is Growth Hormone and Why Does It Matter […]
The Power of Habits Over Resolutions
As the New Year begins, many of us feel inspired to set resolutions and turn over a new leaf. But how often do those resolutions stick? Functional medicine offers a unique perspective: sustainable, transformative health comes from addressing the root causes of illness and creating intentional, consistent habits that support well-being over the long term. […]
Safe Oral Health Products
The connection between oral health and brain health has only recently been recognized. Oral health and more specifically, the bacteria in our mouths, can be a root cause of inflammation and even bacterial infections that can play a huge role in brain health both right now (i.e. brain fog or depression) and long term (Alzheimer’s […]
Simple Changes for a Healthier You
We love to see and celebrate big, extraordinary wins, but the fact is, most of the success that we will find in attempting to improve our lives and our overall health will come as the result of small daily habits. This can be hard, because at first these small changes may not feel like they […]