Hormones, the chemical messengers of our body, orchestrate a delicate balance that impacts every aspect of our health. From regulating metabolism and mood to influencing reproductive function and sleep patterns, hormones play a crucial role in maintaining optimal well-being. However, when this intricate dance falls out of sync, hormonal imbalances can lead to a myriad […]
Maggie, a dedicated healthcare professional with a decade of experience working for various employers, found herself at a crossroads in her career after welcoming her baby into the world. The idea of starting her own business had been lingering in her mind for some time, but she never felt fully prepared or confident enough to
As healthcare professionals, we’ve long understood that our genes play a significant role in determining our health outcomes. However, the emerging field of epigenetics is revolutionizing our understanding of how lifestyle factors and environmental influences can actually modify gene expression without altering the underlying DNA sequence. At the forefront of this exciting new frontier is
Dr. Anama Udaya Thomas, affectionately known as Dr. Sunday, is a seasoned healthcare professional with an impressive background in nursing, integrative medicine, and lifestyle medicine. Despite her extensive experience and training, Dr. Sunday found herself yearning for a deeper understanding of the cellular-level processes that drive health and disease. This desire led her to the
Mitochondria, the tiny organelles found in nearly every cell of our bodies, have been thrust into the spotlight in recent years due to their critical role in health and disease. As functional medicine practitioners, we recognize that these cellular powerhouses are not just responsible for energy production but also play a vital part in many
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I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Ramesh, a 71-year-old trauma surgeon who has made an inspiring shift into Functional Medicine. In our wide-ranging interview, Dr. Ramesh shared his journey from feeling unfulfilled in traditional medicine to embracing a holistic, root-cause approach to health through functional medicine. Some key highlights from our
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As functional medicine practitioners, we are constantly seeking ways to optimize our patients’ health and well-being. One area that has gained significant attention in recent years is the gut-brain axis – the intricate communication network between the gastrointestinal tract and the central nervous system. Understanding this connection is crucial for addressing a wide range of
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Elisabeth Schrienk, a registered nurse from Columbus, Ohio, found herself at a crossroads in her career. Despite her passion for helping others, the demanding nature of her 9-to-5 job left her feeling exhausted and unfulfilled. As a mother of three, Elisabeth knew she couldn’t continue down this path forever, and she began searching for a
Are you a health professional feeling trapped in a system that’s slowly crushing your spirit? Do you lie awake at night, haunted by the feeling that you’re meant for something greater? If so, you’re not alone. Thousands of brilliant, passionate health professionals are drowning in student debt, watching helplessly as their patients struggle to get
Amanda Fehrer had been practicing as a physical therapist for several years, but felt confined by the limitations of focusing only on manual therapy and movement. While she was helping her patients alleviate pain and improve mobility in the short-term, she wanted to address the root causes of their health issues for long-lasting change. After
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