I am writing this particular post for those whose inner circles are impacted by a diagnosis of cancer, and in case you are wondering, that is or will be all of us. This post actually is applicable to most serious health conditions. Cancer: An Increasing problem I hate to say I’ve had a tremendous increase […]
Immune System
What you don’t know about concussions…
Here is a little taste of what our doctors, coaches and trainers don’t know about concussions. My practice has 3 areas of focus Metabolic concerns including immune and autoimmune related conditions that impact hormone production, neurological function, GI and digestive issues among others. Brain based disorders including concussion, neurodegeneration, depression, anxiety. Scoliosis, in both children […]
6 reasons everyday “healthy” food is causing chronic inflammation and diseases as severe as cancer.
“While today’s modern diet may provide beneficial protection from micro and macronutrient deficiencies, our overabundance of calories and the macronutrients that compose our diet may all lead to increased inflammation, reduced control of infection, increased rates of cancer, and increased risk for allergic and auto inflammatory (autoimmune) disease.” – Nutr J. 2014 June 17, 13:61 […]
Lead toxicity: Not just in Michigan. Top 5 surprising sources of lead where you live.
A mentor and colleague of mine, Dr. Chris Turnpaugh, told me a story that best illustrates something that is rarely discussed: the subject of almost any environmental toxicity such as lead, mercury and arsenic exposure, among many others. Dr. Chris told me of a case of a woman in Texas who suddenly became very ill. […]
Vitamin A: Rethinking Retinol
Weight loss. Fatigue. Thyroid hormone health. Autoimmunity. Leaky gut syndrome. Depression and mood disorders. It is very important to understand the role of vitamin A in your life. Early symptoms of vitamin A deficiency could be any one of the above, but the official symptom for early detection of vitamin A deficiency is difficulty with […]
