Have you considered just paying cash for your bloodwork? When insurance doesn’t kick in, the bill can sometimes take your breath away. Luckily, when labs aren’t covered, we have cash-pay options we can utilize. My favorite option right now is ordering labs through Fullscript.com. You may know Fullscript as a reputable supplement retailer. Now, they … Read more
Over the years, one of the hardest parts of practicing medicine has been watching people delay care—not because they don’t want support, but because they’re worried about cost, insurance coverage, or “whether it’s worth coming in.” And right now, that concern feels heavier than ever. Health insurance coverage is becoming more limited, more expensive, and … Read more
Although it is mostly thought of as a skin disorder that only afflicts adolescents, it’s often that adults are searching for the proper acne treatments also. Although hormones can affect the health of our skin, many other factors can influence acne. Here are some of the most common causes of acne: There are other causes … Read more
Did you know that your gut could be a hidden factor in your heart health? Recent research has spotlighted a compound called TMAO (Trimethylamine N-oxide), produced when certain gut bacteria metabolize nutrients from foods like red meat, eggs, and full-fat dairy. Elevated TMAO levels have emerged as a powerful predictor of cardiovascular risk—even in people … Read more
When evaluating a patient for possible causes of infertility or pregnancy loss, one condition I often look for is insulin resistance (IR). What Is Insulin Resistance? Our bodies produce insulin, a hormone that signals our cells to open up and allow glucose (sugar) to enter. When we eat carbohydrates, blood glucose levels rise, prompting insulin … Read more
As a busy doctor, I can’t afford downtime — so I do my best to keep my immune system strong and my environment healthy. Here are a few of my favorite habits that help me stay well all year long. 1. Snuff an Olbas Inhaler I love these little inhalers and rely on them whenever … Read more
Adverse food reactions are very common. If you have health concerns, this article will help you examine whether food might be a cause or contributing factor. What are Adverse Food Reactions? Adverse food reactions can be broadly classified into 2 categories: Sensitivity or Intolerance Time delayed reaction that occurs within hours to days of exposure … Read more
I often see gastrointestinal issues to be a large contributor in both symptoms of more complex conditions but also decrease in quality of life. One such issue is Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO). SIBO is a condition where the bacteria that are usually in the large intestine inhabit the small intestine as well. This can … Read more
For decades, the advice was simple: “Eat a balanced diet and you’ll get everything you need.” While that’s true in theory, in practice the modern food supply and lifestyle make it harder to rely on food alone for optimal nutrition. A high-quality multivitamin can serve as an important safety net—even for healthy people. Declining Nutrient … Read more
When she first came to see me, this woman in her 60s was feeling stuck. What began as a course of antibiotics for a simple infection had spiraled into months of digestive discomfort, fatigue, and hormonal symptoms that left her feeling unlike herself. She described waking each day with a heavy, bloated feeling — like … Read more