If women’s health care has crossed your news feed recently, you may have seen that Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) has been renamed Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). While the condition itself has not changed, the new name better reflects what clinicians and researchers have understood for years: this is not simply an ovarian disorder. PMOS … Read more
Fermented foods have been getting a lot of attention—and for good reason. Foods such as yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi, miso, tempeh, and kombucha can help support the gut microbiome (the community of microorganisms that plays a key role in digestion), immune regulation, inflammation, and metabolic health. Emerging research suggests that regularly eating fermented foods may be associated … Read more
“I tried detoxing and everything got worse.” I hear some version of this often from patients with Lyme, long COVID, and chronic fatigue syndrome. It’s something that often drives patients to seek my care. And it’s confusing—because detox is often talked about as essential for healing. So why does it sometimes help… and other times … Read more
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