YES! Urine Testing Can be Used to Monitor Transdermal Estrogen Creams or Gels
There has long been confusion about how to best monitor estrogen creams and gels. We have also shared in this confusion, but fortunately, the data has now made the situation much clearer. In this blog, you will see the data…
Spelt and The Many Shades of Gluten Reactivity
Dr. Elke Cooke, one of the bright-light participants in our current Professional Education cohort, called our attention to spelt. As Dr. Cooke argued, even though it does contain some types of gluten proteins, spelt may in fact be an option…
Research and News January 2019
Improperly Primed Immune Systems Cause Long-Term Problems Including Cancer Practical Implementation of Fecal Microbiota Transplants (FMT) Measuring Circadian Disruptions will Allow us to Better Evaluate Interventions Essential Oils and Plant Extracts Block Aflatoxin Production How Ancient Remedies are Changing Modern…
Folate – Perils, Possibilities and Practical Advice
Folate is one of the first nutrients you might think of to support methylation, and for important national health initiatives like the prevention of neural tube defects. We have dedicated quite a bit of page-space to this vital nutrient in…
Environmental Toxins and Cognitive Decline: 6 Steps to Reduce Your Risk
This article is part of an ongoing series, where we cover different causes, testing methods, and treatment protocols for Cognitive Decline. Learn more here. Did you miss our presentation? Webinar: Detoxification & Cognitive Decline Risk *the recording is available at no…
Creamy Chocolate Grain-Free Banana Bread
This grain-free banana bread is an amazing breakfast option because it is loaded with an awesome balance of proteins, healthy fats, and carbohydrates.
Best of the Year in Functional and Integrative Medicine – 2018
Dear Readers, It is truly our privilege to continue to bring you the latest in Functional Medicine. It is our hope that through our clinical experience and science-based research and education, we can help change the landscape for patient care…
Research and News December 2018
Exposure to Dioxins in Humans Linked with Hypertension in Offspring Peanut Oral Immunotherapy Trial Demonstrates Success Neonatal Vitamin D Deficiency Increases Risk for Adult Schizophrenia by 44% Does the Uterus Play a Role Add Prokinetics if Using PPIs Links Between…
Our Team’s Favorite Kitchen Tools
If you’re looking for a great gift idea for your loved ones, check out this round up of our team’s favorite kitchen tools (see how many times we can say Vitamix, ha ha!). In this list you’ll find ways to…
Getting to the Bottom of Chronic Pelvic Pain
Chronic pelvic pain affects many of our patients and we already have powerful tools to produce dramatic improvements in these patients. Based on my interview with Jessica Drummond, MPT, CCN, CHC, a systems-based approach is ideally suited to help resolve…
Allulose – New Sweetener on the Block
When a nutritional supplement has been studied in more than one dose for one or more indications, it’s imperative to decide what the best starting dose should be in a typical case. This seems simple; however, even reviewing the same…
Research and News November 2018
Cell Phone Radiation and Cancer – When Will We Know? What are Microplastics and Why Are They in Your Poop? The Important Role of TET Enzymes in Methylation Status and Gene Regulation Indicators and Assessment of Increased Intestinal Permeability Raw…
The Life-Changing Loaf of Bread
The Life-Changing Loaf of Bread uses whole grains, nuts, and seeds. It is high in protein. It is incredibly high in fiber. It is gluten-free and vegan. Everything gets soaked for optimal nutrition and digestion. I will go so far…
Oral Lavender Supplement Dosing Considerations: 80mg vs. 160mg
When a nutritional supplement has been studied in more than one dose for one or more indications, it’s imperative to decide what the best starting dose should be in a typical case. This seems simple; however, even reviewing the same…
Research and News October 2018
Genomics as Only One of Multiple Precision Medicine Methods Scientists Argue for Microbiota ‘Vault’ to Protect Long-Term Human Health Correlation Between Epigenetic Methylation and Osteoporosis Flaws in the Lancet Meta-Analysis of Vitamin D for Bone Health Benefits of Ketogenic Diets…
When Do Fermented Foods Outperform Probiotic Supplements?
Taking a probiotic supplement certainly is convenient for both practitioner and patient; and yes, we use probiotic supplements very regularly in our therapeutic plans for patients. But cultured foods also have their own compelling advantages. Don’t forget about these long-used…
Dr. Kara Fitzgerald’s Research & News September 2018
The newsletters I am most likely to open and read (ie actually click on to access the full text) are those from science sites that feature new research.
Three amino acids walk into a bar….the adventures of supporting glutathione synthesis in fatty liver disease using serine & nicotinamide riboside
Three amino acids walk into a bar….the adventures of supporting glutathione synthesis in fatty liver disease using serine & nicotinamide riboside
Research and News September 2018
Glutamine for IBS-D and Preventing Chronic Effects of Acute Gastroenteritis Long-Term Air Pollution Exposure Associates With Increased Rates of Cognitive Decline Ketogenic Diet May be Useful for Melanoma Exercise is Essential to Prevent Age-Related Muscle Lost The Role of Microbes…
Peppermint Chocolate Keto Fat Bombs
When trying to stay in nutritional ketosis, some days can be harder than others when trying to get enough fats in your diet. Dairy is a quick and easy way to get it done, but not always what’s best for…