Lifestyle Medicine strategies like whole food, plant-based diet, physical activity, adequate sleep, stress management and mindfulness to prevent disease!
Hypothyroidism in Infants: Functional Medicine Testing and Treatment Options A functional medicine approach to hypothyroidism in infants uncovers the root cause(s) of why the thyroid is under-functioning and helps restore balance to regulate metabolism and prevent complications from developing. The thyroid gland is butterfly-shaped and found at the base of the neck, and is an […]
Hypothyroidism in Children and Adolescents Hypothyroidism in children can cause wide-reaching issues if not detected and treated. The thyroid is the butterfly-shaped gland that is part of the endocrine system. It is found at the base of the neck and produces hormones that are essential in children for influencing growth and development as well as regulating […]
Hypothyroidism: A Functional Medicine Approach to Treating Hypothyroidism Naturally This Article Was Originally Published on Rupa Health The thyroid is the butterfly-shaped gland at the base of your neck that produces hormones that are essential for regulating metabolism, body temperature, energy, heart rate, menstrual cycle, mood, and hair and nail growth. Hypothyroidism occurs when the […]
POTS: A Functional Medicine Approach This Article Was Originally Published on Rupa Health” Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) is a form of dysautonomia or dysfunction of the autonomic nervous system that can cause debilitating and unpredictable lightheadedness and rapid heart rate upon standing. Although often missed, POTS impacts an estimated one to three million Americans with […]
Non-Invasive Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Digestion, Inflammation, and Mood Cranial nerve ten, the vagus nerve, plays a key role in facilitating communication between the brain and digestive tract. The tone and balance of your vagus nerve impact so many aspects of health, including inflammation, digestion, and mood. Fortunately, there are many non-invasive strategies from lifestyle […]
Celebrate Earth Month Mindfully with These 5 Powerful Tips to Protect the Planet and Your Health {Pure | Lifestyle Medicine | Natural Living | Minimalism | Less Waste} When you live in harmony with nature and your environment, you find greater calm, health, and compassion–for yourself, others, and the planet. There are some simple yet […]
An Eco-Friendly COVID Personal Protection Kit Protect yourself and others from infection and illness with this eco-friendly personal protection kit! In addition to preventive and lifestyle medicine strategies to strengthen your body, immunity, and resiliency, you can use these sustainable solutions to implement preventive measures that could help protect yourself and reduce the chances of […]
Use these natural strategies to soothe and protect winter skin with lifestyle medicine and Ayurveda! Avoid dry, wrinkly, and tight skin this winter. Dry, flaky, cracked and itchy winter skin plagues many. Between the cold wind outdoors and the dry artificial heat indoors, our skin is under continuous assault all winter long. Our skin is […]
The Relationship Between Gut Health and Weight Balance: What You Need to Know {Lifestyle Medicine | Nutrition | Gut Health} Many factors influence weight beyond simply the amount of food you eat or how much you work out. Malnutrition–including obesity, underweight, and nutrient deficiencies-seem to result from the interplay between many systems: genetic, lifestyle, environmental […]
Reduce Wildfire Smoke and Air Pollution to Protect Yourself and Breathe Easier {Lifestyle Medicine, Environmental Health} Air pollution is a growing problem for many reasons including widespread wildfire smoke and has many health impacts. The quality of the air you breathe is essential for health. Right now, wildfires are raging and devastating many areas, contributing […]