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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
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…
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…
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…
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
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…
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…
Few illnesses are as frightening and feared as Alzheimer’s disease. It seems to strike indiscriminately, and the best conventional medicine has to offer are medications that are ineffective at slowing or stopping disease progression. Fortunately, a large body of research…
When it comes to versatility and the power of its health benefits, black cumin seed (nigella sativa) may stand alone above all other oils.
“Considerable evidence” for Melatonin in Cancer Prevention and Treatment Are Gut Bacteria Thwarting Your Weight Loss Attempts? Breastfeeding Benefits Include Epigenetic Programming Probiotic Adaptation to Survive Harsh Stomach Environments The Right and Wrong Ways to Implement Low Carb Diets When…
Our Clinical Development Program for Functional Medicine Practitioners recently enjoyed the benefit of two excellent guest lecturers on the topic of tick-borne diseases – Dr. Tom Sult and Mary-Beth Charno APRN-C. Their expert knowledge inspired our nutrition resident, Dorie Passen,…
A light refreshing drink to keep you cool all summer long! This Agua Fresca takes less than 10 minutes to make and is sweetened with agave nectar.
[embed_popupally_pro popup_id=”18″] Nutrigenomics has been one of the biggest trends in Nutrition and Functional Medicine in the last decade. Here are what I consider the most compelling reasons why: The understanding that nutritional factors influence gene transcription and expression The…
The humble okra is an ancient vegetable thought to originate from Africa and Asia and brought to the United States on ships during the 18th century. It is also a powerfully-nutritious food. Okra is full of soluble, mucilaginous fiber…