Mold is part of our world (especially in Austin, TX!).It is inconvenient when we find it on our food. It is irritating when it causes allergies. It can be lifesaving when it creates an antibiotic.But of the more…
We have seen a lot of changes over the last few months, and the word "immunity" has become a big focus. Many are seeking "hope-in-a-bottle" via over-the-counter supplements recommended by friends, health care practitioners, or various…
With Hashimoto’s and other autoimmune conditions, it’s not a case of one day you don’t have it and the next day you do. It takes time to develop, and we know that antibodies can be found…
Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is one of over 100 autoimmune conditions. As I discussed in Part 1, Hashimoto’s involves the thyroid gland, but it is actually caused by a problem with the immune system. When we manage Hashimoto’s…
Although Hashimoto’s thyroiditis may sound like something you’d get at a sushi bar, the term applies to a type of inflammation found in the thyroid gland (a gland located over the front of the throat). The…
Patient: “I take these supplements (pulls out 10+ bottles from a bag).”Me: “Have you noticed any improvements in your health concerns since starting these?” Patient: “Not really. But the functional medicine doctor [or health coach] I was…
Low Dose Naltrexone, or LDN, is a relatively low-cost prescription-based treatment that has gained traction for its potential benefits in various conditions, especially those that impact the immune system such as autoimmune conditions and seasonal allergies.…
One of the trends in the medical-based wellness industry involves a switch from pharmaceutical pills to "natural" supplements, otherwise known as "green allopathy." Our society teaches us that pills are the treatments for medical ailments.…
THE 5-R PROCESS We are not taught about the importance of the gut as we grow up and go through school. Even doctors and mainstream medicine undermine the role of the gut in health. But think…
When we hear "histamine" we automatically think of allergy symptoms: stuffy nose, watery eyes, congestion, etc. But did you know that histamine can contribute to a lot of other symptoms (and histamine isn't just from the…