Functional medicine approaches to improving sleep focus on identifying and addressing the root causes of sleep disturbances rather than just treating symptoms.

Inflammation, the body's natural response to injury and infection, is crucial for healing and protection. However, when inflammation becomes chronic, it can lead to a host of health issues, from heart disease to cancer. The good news is that many lifestyle factors can help mitigate chronic inflammation, paving the way for better health and vitality. Let’s explore the principles of an anti-inflammatory lifestyle and how you can incorporate them into your daily routine.

Mold toxicity, or mold illness, arises from exposure to toxic molds that release harmful compounds called mycotoxins. These molds can be found in damp, humid environments such as water-damaged buildings, basements, bathrooms, and even in some foods.

When it comes to skin health, functional medicine looks beyond the surface to understand the root causes of skin issues and promote overall wellness. This blog will explore common skin conditions, and strategies to achieve radiant, healthy skin.

Stress is an inevitable part of life, but how we manage it can make a significant difference in our overall health and well-being. Functional medicine offers a holistic approach to stress management, addressing not only the symptoms but also the underlying causes. This blog will explore various functional medicine strategies to help you manage stress effectively.

Trauma is a profound human experience that can leave lasting imprints on the mind, body, and spirit. While many are aware of its psychological effects, its impact on physical health is often underestimated. Functional medicine, with its holistic approach to healthcare, offers valuable insights into how trauma affects overall well-being and provides strategies for healing.

In the intricate ecosystem of the human body, the gut plays a starring role. Beyond just digesting food, the gut harbors a vast community of microorganisms collectively known as the gut microbiota, which significantly impacts our health and well-being.

Sleep is where our bodies can rest, recover, learn information, and store memories (National Institutes of Health (NIH), 2019). For many, sleep can be very challenging. Sleep issues can also be multifactorial.

The cruciferous family of vegetables provide powerful detox medicine! Cruciferous vegetables include broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, and kale. I love this salad any time of the year. My detox salad is full of color and provides a beautiful presentation. After all, vibrant food equals vibrant life!

The thyroid gland is a small butterfly-shaped gland in your throat, just behind your Adam’s apple. It is part of the endocrine system. The thyroid gland regulates body temperature, hunger levels, and energy. Issues with your thyroid gland can impact nearly every system of your body!

Your adrenals are two thumb-sized glands that sit above your kidneys and are a part of the endocrine system. They produce over 50 hormones and play a large role in the body’s stress response.

Functional medicine is a holistic approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying and treating the root cause of a patient's health concerns, rather than simply addressing symptoms. This approach is based on the belief that the body has the ability to heal itself, and that health is a state of optimal function.

“How you love yourself is how you teach others to love you.” -Rupi Kaur

If someone else’s choices and behaviors are not changing, we have to change our behavior and set boundaries for our health. We cannot control another person’s actions or responses. But, we can control setting boundaries and enforcing them.

Our bodies are exposed to a multitude of toxins on a daily basis. Exposure to chemicals, heavy metals, pollutants and pathogens in our environment can contribute to illness. Fortunately, when healthy, our bodies are capable of detoxing and getting rid of harmful waste.