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What’s the Root Cause of My Chronic Constipation?
Occasional constipation is normal, but when it becomes chronic, it is life-altering. Learn about what constitutes chronic constipation, and what you and your provider can do to treat it so you can get back to enjoying life again.
Mar 1st, 2023

Do You Have These 5 Symptoms of Hormone Imbalance?
Our hormones control so much of what our body does and hence, how we feel. Hormones impact our growth, fertility, mood, weight, blood glucose levels, and more. Learn about five main signs of imbalance and how your body can get back on track.
Feb 1st, 2023

Start the Year With More Energy and Vitality
The “normal” modern lifestyle is often not all that healthy. Think stress, lack of high-quality rest, a fast food habit, and more. To set yourself up for a healthy and energetic 2023, read on to learn about the best practices to consider.
Jan 15th, 2023

Why Is Stress So Dangerous to Your Health?

Stress has sadly become a constant in most of our lives, and if we don't manage it well, it puts us at risk for serious health problems, including heart attack and stroke. Learn how an integrative approach to treatment can buoy your health.
Dec 1st, 2022

The Consequences of Long-Term Insulin Resistance
America is suffering from a type 2 diabetes epidemic, and a silent precursor to the life-altering disease is a condition called insulin resistance. Learn about what causes it, why it’s harmful, and how you can treat it.
Nov 1st, 2022

5 Telltale Signs of Leaky Gut Syndrome
If you suffer chronically with gas, bloating, and other unpleasant digestive discomfort, plus inflammation, headaches, and feelings of tiredness, you may have leaky gut syndrome. Learn more about the condition and what can bring you relief.
Oct 2nd, 2022

When Are Trigger Point Injections the Best Solution?

Trigger points are nasty little knots of pain that cause a host of stubborn, painful problems. Learn what puts you at risk for trigger points, what to do when conservative treatments fail, and why a functional medicine approach is effective.
Sep 1st, 2022

Is Your Diet Customized for Your Unique Nutritional Needs?
Food sensitivities and allergies can wreak havoc with your health. And how do you know you’re getting the most nutrient-rich diet to support your overall health? Learn about why and how a personalized nutrition plan greatly boosts your wellbeing.
Aug 8th, 2022

The Dangers of Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea robs you of a good night’s sleep since it causes many nighttime breathing interruptions. It also puts you at risk for other serious conditions. Learn more about sleep apnea’s treatment and how to avoid problems down the road.
Jul 1st, 2022

How Long Does Perimenopause Last?
Perimenopause is the phase in which a woman’s menstrual cycle starts to wind down in preparation for menopause. Perimenopause has its own symptoms, but they’re treatable. Learn more about living with perimenopause and its effective treatments.
Jun 1st, 2022

The Health Consequences of Insulin Resistance
Your endocrine system directs many hormones, like insulin, to where they’re needed, so your body functions properly. Insulin resistance isn’t diabetes, but a separate condition. Learn about health problems it causes and more here.
May 1st, 2022

Stomach Problems? It Could Be Stress
No one can escape the stresses of life, which negatively affect physical and mental health. Stress can especially wreak havoc with your digestion. The secret to feeling better is learning how to manage stress well. Learn more here.
Apr 1st, 2022

Mental Health Impact of Low Energy
Lack of energy is bound to affect your mental health negatively, but what can you do about it? First, you have to know from where your energy problems are stemming. An integrative approach looks at many layers of your health to find real solutions.
Mar 1st, 2022

Common Stress Triggers
Stress is linked to many health problems: from gut discomfort to heart disease. Everyone reacts differently to stress, but there are common stressors you should know about. Learn about effective stress treatments and management techniques here.
Feb 1st, 2022

Are Your Digestive Problems Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, causes gas, constipation, diarrhea, and other embarrassing, uncomfortable symptoms. Learn about how your digestive system works, why effective treatment should involve a combination of approaches, and more.
Jan 1st, 2022

Understanding the Link Between Stress and Hypertension
Modern stresses abound, but how you manage them over time can have significant ramifications on your blood pressure. Learn more about how stress-related hypertension can put you at risk for serious health conditions and how to get it under control.
Dec 1st, 2021

What Are Hormones and How Do They Affect Your Health?
The amazing endocrine system, which produces hormones, ensures that your body functions properly. When an imbalance occurs, symptoms can include sleep problems, low libido, weight fluctuations, and more. Learn about successful treatments here.
Nov 1st, 2021

Ways Stress Impacts Your Health
Stress ebbs and flows throughout our lives, but persistent, high stress harms your overall health and puts you at risk for serious conditions. Learn how stress affects you, what you can do to tame it, and effective treatments for it.
Oct 1st, 2021

Can You Benefit from Trigger Point Injections?
There's a unique pain that emerges when your muscles can't stop contracting. Pain knots develop that worsen with time, which can lead to hopelessness. Learn about how trigger point injection treatment can free you from pain.
Sep 1st, 2021

Diabetes and Hormone Imbalance: Are They Linked?
Your endocrine glands produce hormones that impact everything from sleep patterns to weight fluctuations. If you live with diabetes, hormonal imbalance should be a special concern. Learn more about the link between the two and effective treatments.
Aug 2nd, 2021

3 Types of Regenerative Medicine
Imagine if there were a family of treatments that motivated your body to heal itself. Regenerative medicine is an exciting area of medicine whose foundation is building on your body’s natural resilience. Read on to learn more.
Jul 15th, 2021

Common Causes of Knee Pain
Knee pain plagues millions each year, and sports injuries are a major cause — but not the only one. Read on to learn about other problems that lead to knee pain, and most importantly, what treatments can alleviate it!
Jun 7th, 2021

5 Signs of Leaky Gut Syndrome
Leaky gut syndrome is a particularly problematic condition that’s triggered by excessive intestinal permeability. Many symptoms point to the condition, and they’re amazingly varied. Learn about them here.
May 23rd, 2021

Understanding the 5 Components of Functional Medicine
Functional medicine is an approach to care that addresses the whole person, not just an isolated condition. In addition to your physical health, your health history, lifestyle, emotional health, and more inform your treatment plan. Learn more here.
Apr 15th, 2021

10 Ways Stress Can Affect Your Health
Did you know that stress contributes to health problems as diverse as rashes, muscle pain, and heart disease? Effectively managing it is essential to good health, but how do you do this? Learn how to control your stress and enhance your health here.
Mar 15th, 2021

Most Common Causes of Poor Digestive Health
Digestive problems curtail your life, are linked to many conditions, and manifest with a wide range of symptoms. By helping you discover which condition your symptoms typify, we can trace its causes, so you can get real relief. Learn more here.
Feb 16th, 2021

8 Signs of Hormone Imbalance in Women
The endocrine system is your body’s command center, creating hormones that regulate everything from your sleep patterns to your metabolism. When you have a hormonal imbalance, it emerges in diverse ways. Learn the symptoms to watch for here.
Jan 21st, 2021

How Regenerative Medicine Can Help Treat My Chronic Joint Pain
Joint deterioration and pain can leave you with a limited life. Learn about the wonders of regenerative medicine, which harnesses your body’s own miraculous healing capabilities to enable you to live life fully again — without chronic pain.
Dec 10th, 2020

The Science Behind Trigger Point Injections
A trigger point is essentially a muscle knot that causes deep pain in virtually any part of your body. It can factor into headaches and some chronic conditions, too. Learn about an innovative, safe, and effective treatment for this painful problem.
Nov 13th, 2020

Do I Need a Chiropractic Evaluation?
Many associate chiropractors with back and other musculoskeletal pain, but did you know they can also help with diverse issues like migraines and pregnancy-related discomfort? Learn why a chiropractic evaluation might help you and what to expect.
Oct 15th, 2020

Can PRP Help My Arthritic Joints?
Do you have pain in your joints? Are you looking for a natural, low-risk solution that works long-term? Platelet-rich plasma therapy might be your answer. Keep reading to learn more about regenerative medicine.
Sep 1st, 2020