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The Greek root of the word hormone means “to set in motion.” Hormones send signals that set countless physiological processes in motion, influence every tissue, and are constantly responding to our terrain. They are part...

Conventional cancer treatment typically involves chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery to remove the tumor. A growing tumor can press on organs, block blood flow, interfere with digestion or breathing, and produce large amounts of lactic acid...

“Coffee is an extensively consumed beverage worldwide. It is a complex mixture of approximately 1,000 physiologically active compounds. Previous studies have suggested that coffee possesses antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer properties and that long-term consumption may...

Serotonin is a neurotransmitter primarily produced in the gut. While its functions are multifaceted, serotonin plays a large role in intestinal motility, or the movement of food throughout the digestive system. Serotonin increases when responding...

Orthomolecular medicine refers to optimizing the levels of nutrients the body needs to function properly. Instead of targeting symptoms, it works on the cellular level, giving each cell the vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and cofactors...

  Hormonal birth control is one of the most widely used drugs in the world, often prescribed to young women within a few years of puberty. Yet few patients are ever informed about how long-term...

A few simple labs can tell you a lot about your body’s terrain and how it’s functioning—long before anything shows up on a scan. These tests help you track metabolic health, which is foundational, since...

A landmark study published in Scientific Reports in 2024 explored the relationship between Bluetooth headset use and thyroid health. Researchers investigated whether the radiation emitted from Bluetooth devices, which sit close to the neck, could...

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I wanted to share a few tips for taking care of breasts. Like everything else in the body, breast health should be approached holistically–diet, light, stress reduction, sleep,...

The Carnivore diet has recently surged in popularity for its simplicity and results. Many people report feeling clearer, leaner, and less inflamed, and for good reason. Compared to the standard American diet, which is loaded...

Progesterone is often described as a “reproductive hormone,” but that definition barely scratches the surface of its biological importance. Yes it plays a significant role in fertility and pregnancy, but progesterone influences nearly every system...

Today marks the beginning of Breast Cancer Awareness month. Every October, campaigns sweep across social media, storefronts, and charity events and billions of dollars are raised in the ongoing fight against breast cancer.  Today, breast...