There are very obvious signs you have hypothyroidism and then much more subtle signs that can make this condition easy to miss. Hypothyroidism is an endocrine disorder, which means it affects hormones—in this case, thyroid hormone. Thankfully, providers are getting better at recognizing the signs. Even so, symptoms are often subtle or chalked up to other things, which means it …
Does the thought of what to eat for breakfast leave you staring into your fridge or feeling flustered in the morning? You’re not alone. My patients often report that breakfast is the most difficult meal for them every day. Why? There’s a lot of reasons (and I’m sure you have your own), but some of the most common reasons are …
Are you waking up with a pillow covered in hair? Is your bathroom trash filled with hair? Do showers make you anxious? Does the hair brush fill you with fear? When hair loss strikes, it is definitely a symptom that raises concern. And understandably. After all, it is the hair on your head. If you’re experiencing hair loss, whether it has …
You know all about avoiding sun exposure, wearing sunscreen and keeping toxins off your face, but there are other practices that can help you achieve that daily glow. Make these 7 daily habits part of your skin care routine for vibrant and youthful skin. 7 Daily Habits for Glowing Youthful Skin Eat Gelatin Eat 2 Tablespoons every day to improve collagen …
My son has struggled with food sensitivities since birth. Even while he was exclusively breastfed, he would react to certain foods that I ate, with dairy being the worst. His primary symptom was extreme congestion (yeah, I’m talking about two parents not sleeping, taking shifts to allow their infant to sleep vertical at night kind of congestion), but he also …
As a Naturopathic Physician I am not about encouraging patients to drink, but I do recognize that alcohol is part of enjoyment and celebration. Certainly, there are health conditions that dictate caution when consuming alcohol and from the multitude of research (yeah, there’s a lot out there), we know that binge drinking results in many health consequences. All that said, …
Wow! What a week this has been so far. I’ve had so many questions about how to have a delicious and healthy Thanksgiving that I decided a blog was in order. I promised my patients I would put together a list of some of the best recipes out there and now I’m sharing it with you! Thanksgiving can be grain …
In this article I want to help you identify how to tell if you are gluten intolerant. More and more patients are coming to me wanting to know if they have a gluten intolerance or sensitivity. Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity (NCGS) is a condition in which you experience symptoms when eating gluten, but do not have an autoimmune response like that …
Leaky Gut Syndrome (LGS), also known as intestinal permeability, is a condition that leads to widespread inflammation and hormonal disruption throughout the body. Inflammation, imbalance in gut flora and hormonal imbalances can create a state of disharmony in your body that may be one of the reasons for weight gain. What Is Leaky Gut Syndrome? Between the cells of your …