Does “All Disease Begin in the Gut”? “All disease begins in the gut.” This statement was proclaimed by Hippocrates over 2000 years ago. Today, his ancient words are echoed in many of the treatment rooms of modern integrative, naturopathic, and functional medicine practitioners. Was he (and are they) right? In this video blog, [...]
Our Aromatic Allies to Defend Us in a Toxic World For the past several weeks, we’ve been discussing the negative repercussions of the pervasive chemicals present in our world. These detrimental compounds have been associated with an increased risk of chronic diseases and an aggravation of various symptoms. Knowledge about this concerning connection [...]
The Dangers of Living in a Chemical World For the past several weeks, we’ve been exploring how the countless chemicals in the world we live in can sabotage our health goals. These unavoidable hazardous substances have been linked to various chronic diseases and dysfunctions including cancer, reproductive issues, metabolic dysfunction, diabetes, psychiatric disorders, [...]
The Dangers of Shaming and Blaming People into Healthy and “Clean” Eating Hello dear friends, Previously, I examined the controversies about cleansing and detoxification among various health professionals. This included the debate over whether to use strategies to mitigate the risks from excessive chemical exposure found in our environment and consumer products. Since [...]
The Month of Love as Medicine Hello dear friends. In our last video, we highlighted the importance of designating February as heart health month. Specifically, we discussed how Valentine’s Day enhanced our cardiac function through the concept of love as medicine. This global celebration focusing on the appreciation of those [...]
Two Good Reasons Why February is Heart Health Month Hello dear friends, I hope you are doing well. Currently, we are at the end of February, the month associated with the heart. This link of the shortest month of the year to cardiovascular wellness has manifested for two good reasons. Both are related [...]
Transcript* Hello dear friends. It’s Dr. Sarah. If you’re watching this at the current time, happy holidays to you! Let’s face it, the time leading up to holiday gatherings can be hectic, stressful, and packed with additional commitments. The extra hustle, bustle, and events can lead to overwhelm and decrease the excitement of [...]
Transcript: * The Importance of Thyroid Health Hello dear friends. In our last clinical tip, I shared with you why it is crucial to consider the health of our thyroid. This is because this endocrine gland produces hormones that influence almost every organ system and helps to regulate many of our physiological functions. [...]
Transcript* Statistics on Thyroid Disease: Why We Need to Pay Attention Hello dear friends, According to the American Thyroid Association, about 12% of the American population will likely develop a thyroid condition in their lifetime. This translates to more than 20 million Americans experiencing some type of thyroid dysfunction. Unfortunately, about 60% of [...]
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