A Fortunate Cat Teaches Us About Our Genes (and Ourselves)
It got me thinking about why it is that calicos can only be females and how much the interesting genetics of this cat can teach us about our genes and…
Research and News February 2017
B12 – Regulator of Microbial Communities and More Omega-3s and Traumatic Brain Injury Antibiotics Can Stimulate Bacterial Growth How Microbes Can Cause Autoimmunity Is Your Loved One Depressed? Show Them More Love Benefits of Fish Oil-Derived Proresolvins for Asthma May…
Laundry Detergent {Homemade and All Natural}
This article originally appeared on Pink Fortitude. Laundry Detergent {Homemade and All Natural} I’ve been on a green and homesteading kick lately, so today I’m going to share with you how to make your own laundry detergent {Homemade and All…
Hidden Sources of Gluten
If you have Celiac Disease, or non-Celiac gluten sensitivity (NCGS), but are still having villi damage or residual symptoms, you may still be getting gluten
Eating for Your Genes: Turmeric-Pickled Daikon
Why is turmeric so essential for preventing cancer, AND for supporting cancer treatment? Here’s a huge reason: epigenetics.
Winter Blues? Danish Hygge Meets Functional Medicine
Get help from hygge. Hygge (pronounced HYU-gah) is a Danish lifestyle concept and currently one of their most popular exports.
Clinician Update: NIH Finally Recommends Early Peanut Introduction
The NIH now recommends that high-risk infants—those with severe eczema, egg allergy, or both—should be introduced to (age-appropriate) peanut-containing….
Mother Dirt: Nourish Your Skin’s Microbiome
It was a happy day when I unexpectedly happened upon Mother Dirt. I was prepping for an interview with Dr. Raphael Kellman & his Microbiome Medicine Summit.
Understanding the Pathology of Autoimmunity Through the Prism of the Gut
Dr. Fasano identified the intimate, essential role that the gut plays in the development of autoimmunity.
Research and News January 2017
Clinical remission from UC and Crohn’s with diet alone Low levels of airborne manganese exposure and Parkinson’s Methylation adaptogen from cruciferous veggies supports bone health via epigenetic changes How Inflammation blocks weight-loss Origins of our microbiome-in utero, birth canal or…
Resolutions with Resolve—Advice from a College Student
With the New Year creeping up very quickly on us all, my thoughts are turning to the best resolution I can make to better myself as a person, and make 2017 the best year I can!
Making Healthier Choices by Learning to Love Yourself with Romilly Hodges and Dr. Margaret Paul
In this podcast, our nutrition team lead Romilly Hodges MS CNS talks with Margaret Paul PhD about how and why our thoughts and emotions can get in the way of taking positive steps towards healthy food and lifestyle choices, rewarding…
Dr. Kara Fitzgerald – Best of 2016
What were the hottest FxMed trends of 2016? Read on to find out…
Calcium Supplementation is Vital for Individuals with Osteoporosis
Over the years there have been numerous studies about the benefits and risks of calcium – much of it inconsistent – and this has led to a lot of confusion..
Research and News December 2016
Does skin permeability increase the risk for food allergy? Antibiotics may not be there to save us if we don’t act to reduce their use Embrace aging for better emotional well-being Frozen vegetables are a reasonable compromise Secrets of modern-day…
On the PCOS, Cardiometabolic Continuum: A Case Report
Joelle, a bubbly 25-year-old woman, arrived at the office exasperated, she had seen numerous clinicians, but was still struggling. She suspected PCOS, based on her signs and symptoms, including irregular & painful periods (for which she
Romilly Hodges talks Nutrition and Autism Spectrum Disorders with Julie Matthews
Julie Matthews, Certified Nutrition Consultant Julie Matthews is a Certified Nutrition Consultant specializing in autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, and nutrition for pregnancy for the past 15 years. With her autism work as a model for addressing chronic disease, she created…
Research and News November 2016
You eat more calories if you’re sleep deprived Insulin resistance lowered 30% with just one day of low-carb eating Diet is a significant factor in migraines Cultivate delayed gratification skills to improve your food choices Consuming too much alcohol? Check…
Leaning on Dietary “Anti-Nutrients” for Treatment of Iron Overload: A Case In-Progress Brief
Often vilified, the so-called “anti-nutrients” like oxalates, phytates and tannins can be strategically employed in the diet to inhibit iron and toxic metal absorption and successfully lower ferritin in iron overload as a part of an overall plan for hereditary…
Skin Patch Reduces Life Threatening Allergy to Peanuts
Possible life changing solution to peanut allergies?
