The 2 Surprising Causes of Leaky Gut
Leaky gut syndrome affects millions of people around the world, and many don’t even know they have it. That’s because the causes of leaky gut syndrome are in places you might not expect, such as foods you believe to be healthy. The good news is, by making simple changes to your diet and using my […]
Functional Medicine vs Conventional Medicine
You’ve heard me say it time and time again in my books and in articles, “conventional medicine failed me and it’s my mission to not have it fail you, too.” It truly is my mission as a functional medicine doctor and health and wellness brand founder to help you avoid the pitfalls of conventional medicine […]
Ways to Get Natural Arthritis Relief
Arthritis comes in many forms, yet this very common – and painful – degenerative condition can be debilitating for the 58 million people that have it. However, arthritis is a general term used by conventional medicine for all types of conditions that affect your joints. Many people seek arthritis relief from over-the-counter pain medications such […]
Everyone has Male and Female Hormones
We often associate estrogen and progesterone as female hormones and testosterone as the male hormone. Yet all three of these hormones play a vital role in both sexes. These “male” and “female” hormones are the chemical messengers that are essential for many critical bodily functions from your metabolism, to your mood, to your sleep cycle. […]
Ways to Get Natural Anxiety Relief
Anxiety. It’s a word we hear all the time nowadays… and all of us feel anxious at times. However, while anxiety may make you feel like your heart is going to beat right out of your chest, it’s not life threatening! For some of us, anxiety is the bit of stress we experience when we’re […]
How Do I Know If I Have Candida or SIBO?
Have you experienced digestive problems such as bloating, diarrhea or constipation? Maybe you’re feeling tired and worn down. If you are experiencing any or all of those symptoms, you could be dealing with Candida overgrowth or small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). Symptoms for both conditions are very similar so it could be hard to tell. […]
Intestinal Parasites: Signs You May Have One
Having intestinal parasites can be a scary thought. However, you are not alone! The idea that intestinal parasites only exist in underdeveloped countries is a myth. In fact, I often saw them in my thyroid and autoimmune patients. In this article, I’ll cover the ten most common intestinal parasite symptoms. Then I’ll discuss how to […]
What is Causing My SIBO Relapse?
You’ve tried everything. An elimination diet. A low-FODMAP diet. Yet somehow your small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) symptoms relapse! Trust me, you’re not alone. As a functional medicine doctor, I helped dozens of patients in my clinic overcome SIBO and take back their health. However, there were times when a patient would come back with […]
The Link Between Your Gut Type and Your Health
There are a lot of personal details about your body you likely know such as your blood type, skin type, allergies to medications, and family history of heart disease, cancer, or diabetes. However, do you know your gut type? Most people have 1 of 5 gut types, and each tells you something different about your […]
Eat the Rainbow: Veggies to Choose
You likely have heard the phrase, “eat the rainbow.” Or maybe you saw one of the glossy charts at your doctor’s office of all the colorful fruits and vegetables made to look like a rainbow. Eating a diet rich in nutrients should start with colorful fruits and vegetables, yet do you know why? There are […]