Aug 12
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Functional Medicine and Hormones

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Functional medicine can play a significant role in balancing female hormones by addressing the root causes of hormonal imbalances through a personalized and holistic approach. Here are some key ways in which functional medicine contributes to hormonal balance:   **Root Cause Analysis**: Functional medicine focuses on identifying and addressing the underlying causes of hormonal imbalances rather than just treating symptoms.…
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Jan 29
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Dr. Scott’s Favorite Supplements—Glycine

Dr Scotts favorite supplements gylcine

By Total Health
While dietary supplements cannot take the place of a healthy lifestyle, they can be used strategically to boost your health, especially in cases of deficiency. In the U.S., 57.6% of adults aged 20 and over, use supplements, with multivitamins, vitamin D and omega-3 fats representing the top three. Another survey put the percentage of Americans using supplements at 86%. So, it's…
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Jan 29
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Dr. Scott’s Favorite Supplements

Dr. Scott’s Favorite Supplements — B Complex

By Total Health
Dr. Scott’s Favorite Supplements While dietary supplements cannot take the place of a healthy lifestyle, they can be used strategically to boost your health, especially in cases of deficiency. In the U.S., 57.6% of adults aged 20 and over, use supplements, with multivitamins, vitamin D and omega-3 fats representing the top three.1 Another survey put the percentage of Americans using supplements…
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Aug 24
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Functional Medicine and Depression: A Holistic Approach

Functional Medicine and Depression: A Holistic Approach

By Functional Medicine, Gut-Brain Connection
Functional Medicine and Depression Depression is a complex and multifaceted mental health condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. While traditional treatment methods like therapy and medication are commonly employed, an emerging approach known as functional medicine offers a comprehensive and holistic perspective on addressing depression. This article delves into the principles of functional medicine and how they can be…
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Jul 18
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Functional Medicine and Anxiety

Functional Medicine and Anxiety: A Personalized Approach to Care

By Functional Medicine, Gut-Brain Connection
Functional Medicine and Anxiety Anxiety is a pervasive mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Characterized by persistent worry, fear, and unease, anxiety can significantly impact an individual's daily life, relationships, and overall well-being. Traditional approaches to treating anxiety often involve pharmaceutical interventions and therapy. However, an alternative and increasingly popular approach gaining traction is Functional Medicine. In…
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Jun 22
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Unraveling the Gut-Parkinson’s Connection

By Functional Medicine, Gut-Brain Connection
Unraveling the Gut-Parkinson's Connection: The Intriguing Link between Gut Health and Parkinson's Disease Parkinson's disease (PD) has long been associated with the brain, but emerging research suggests that an unexpected player may have a critical role in its development and progression: the gut. The human gastrointestinal tract is home to trillions of microorganisms collectively known as the gut microbiota, forming…
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Jul 12
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What Causes an Autoimmune Disease? - Total Health Center VB

What Causes an Autoimmune Disease?

By Functional Medicine
What Causes an Autoimmune Disease? The development of autoimmune disease is a complex process that requires multiple factors to come together. Each person has a unique set of circumstances that result in their specific reason for developing autoimmune dysfunction. Multiple factors or triggers can contribute to creating the dysfunction that ultimately causes the immune system to go haywire. These triggers…
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Nov 02
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Hormones and weight loss

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Diet and exercise are a foundation od any weight loss strategy, but what do you do when diet and exercise don’t work? One of the 1st places I look is hormones.  The hormone system is especially important to weight management and body composition. When we are younger out hormones and the hormone receptors are working optimally, and this allows us…
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Sep 02
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Functional Medicine for Weight Loss: Can It Help?

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Functional Medicine for Weight Loss One of the most common questions I get asked is can functional medicine help with weight loss? My answer is always the same. Functional Medicine is the best way to lose weight. The reason I say this is because Functional Medicine is about getting you healthy and if your metabolism is not working it can…
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