Bloating is a very common clinical complaint that we naturopathic doctors see in functional medicine practice. Its manifestations are varied and having a skilled understanding of all the potential root causes is key to successful treatment. Most conventional doctors overlook the varied potential causes of this common symptom and treat symptomatically. Finding a skilled practitioner well versed in functional gastroenterology is essential for proper resolution of this uncomfortable symptom.
Eating Mushrooms Lowers Risk of Cognitive Decline
New research out of the National University of Singapore is confirming exciting health information for people who love and regularly consume culinary mushrooms. According to the new study people who regularly consume over 300 grams of mushrooms per week (150 grams twice per week in 2 divided doses) had lower incidences of mild cognitive impairment than those that did not.
Natural Treatment Options for Depression
During the Holiday season the sun drops away and many people experience symptoms of seasonal depression. it is always important to have your depression symptoms diagnosed and managed by a qualified health care practitioner. The following is a list of my favorite go-to treatment options for depression that I like to try with patients before perusing more aggressive pharmaceutical options as a last resort.
Weightlifting To Increase Longevity
Weightlifting is such a powerful modality to help stem the effects of aging. In addition to strengthening bones and muscles weightlifting has been shown to increase cognitive abilities and mental acuity. Muscle size and strength is a directly correlated with mortality risk. The more muscle you have as you age the greater your predicted longevity will be.
PlasmaLift-New Advances in Natural Aesthetic Medicine
Top 10 Ways To Stay Healthy While Flying
For those who fly a lot staying healthy is a top priority. We want to steer clear of viral and bacterial pathogens but also want to avoid the scarier deep vein clots which can happen when we are immobile for long periods of time. Luckily there are some simple flying hacks that we can do to keep us healthy while we fly.
Top 10 Antioxidants on Earth
As we age our bodies begin to break down. One of the mechanisms of that break down is an increase in something called free radicals. These are molecules that scavenge the body literally breaking chemical bonds in biological structures. Antioxidants are the natural counterbalance to this internal destruction.
The Adrenal Glands: Masters of Stress Management
Top 10 Ways To Support Your Thyroid Naturally
The Thyroid is the master gland that is responsible for energy metabolism in every single cell of the body. It manages temperature fluctuations (kind of like an internal thermostat), weight fluctuations, energy, skin, hair, bowel health, heart beat, neurological and brain function, as well as coordinating the creation and function of all the other hormones of the body.
Dr. Mark's 7 Pillars of Health
The Ugly Duckling Sign-What Is It And How Can It Save Your Life?
Strategies For Coping With Grief
My Top 5 Supplements
AMPK-The Weight Loss Enzyme
Are You Breathing Correctly?
Can’t We All Just Get Oolong?
Vegan Sources Of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
How Are Your Bowel Movements?
What Is The Ideal Diet?
Toxicity-The Main Driver of Dysregulation in the Body
We live in a very toxic world. From the air we breath to the water and food we ingest our bodies are exposed to a tremendous amount of toxic substances on a daily basis. For most people with healthy systems of detoxification these burdens prove manageable. For others the toxic load overflows, the body no longer can bare the volume of toxic onslaught and symptoms emerge.