Maintaining Health for the 21st Century As we navigate through some of the most challenging times of our century, health has become the concern of millions. Centuries of populations have invested lifetimes dedicated to improving health and well being. Creating health naturally certainly makes sense to revive both quality of life and survival. Today is…
Yes, Vitamin D! We have always heard that adequate sunshine benefits health. People that live in more Northern Latitudes are sometimes plagued by increased infections and more inflammatory conditions like depression, obesity, diabetes and now Covid19. Could this relate to vitamin D deficiency? There is support for that to be the case. Vitamin D and…
Health in the 21st Century In today’s world we are searching for ways to become optimally healthy and that includes an immune system that is both effective AND tolerant. Functional Medicine looks at ways to create health through natural and effective evidence based therapy including vital nutrients like vitamin D. Vitamin D is…
Since everything has recently changed all around us I decided to do some posting on the subject of COVID19. What is known today has changed drastically since I went to medical school. What is a virus? How could something so simple be making us this sick? Why are some people getting sick and others not…
Introduction Over the last two decades I have witnessed an increase in certain symptom complexes and diseases. I had the opportunity to practice in over 25 locations in the DFW Metroplex over a period of 8 years. During this time, I saw patterns of disease based on locations. In the more urban areas…
Keto Drinks: Your Guide to Keto-Friendly Beverages If you’re considering a keto diet you may think it’s extremely difficult maintain. The low-carb, high-fat diet will certainly require a lifestyle change, but it may also illuminate hidden sources of carbs in your everyday diet—especially in regards to sugar intake. This is no truer than with…
Our Microbiome We all live with trillions and trillions of different bacteria that help support our health. Our germ phobic world has created less diversity among our bacteria and this has turned up our immune responses. It is futile to sanitize our homes and eliminate bacteria that are living inside of us. I have…
The FDA recently alerted physicians of most specialties of the increasing incidence of a certain lymphoma specific for women with textured type breast implants. This lymphoma termed BIA-ALCL (breast implant associated-anaplastic large cell lymphoma) was originally termed as rare, but seems to be increasing as the duration of these implants increases. Allergan conducted a study…
The importance of sleep Everyone knows how good it feels to have a complete and restful sleep, waking up feeling refreshed and ready to go. Many things can prevent a completely refreshing sleep. The benefits of sleep are well known and include prevention of obesity, depression, anxiety and dementia. Our brain and…
Recently, I became certified in Functional Medicine through the Institute of Functional Medicine (IFMCP). So excited to hold this prestigious title! Certification involved a three year journey with lots of travel, studying and learning to help people overcome disease. I am so grateful to have met so many other motivated providers learning to help…