LDL has been labeled the problem for years. But it’s not that simple. Cholesterol is doing important work in the body, and risk isn’t just about how much you have—it’s about how it’s functioning, how many particles are present, and what kind of environment they’re operating in.
Why mornings might matter more than we want them to I saw a meme the other day that said the reason some of us don’t lose weight, even with exercise, is because our DNA still thinks we’re medieval peasants trying to survive famine and invaders. “Ah. Emergency....
Each month, your body coordinates a complex interplay between estrogen, progesterone, luteinizing hormone (LH), and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). Estrogen supports the growth of the uterine lining, influences ovulation, and affects mood, skin, and energy. Too...
Cholecystitis is inflammation of the gallbladder and may present with symptoms such as right upper abdominal pain with or without pain that can radiate or move to the right shoulder blade and cause nausea, vomiting and fever. This inflammation of the gallbladder is...
As a fertility specialist, I spend much of my time helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of reproductive health. However, in light of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I want to take this opportunity to highlight an important connection...
Growing up I participated in sports like swimming and soccer. I think it was more on the part of my parents to keep me busy than to promote any specific health benefits. I don’t recall messaging or modeling fitness for health when I was young (granted this was before...
When naturopathic doctors treat people in the early part of their lives, we strengthen them and optimize as much as possible. We help young people to go on to have vibrant lives, equipped with creativity and resilience for the journey. Then, they take their journeys...
Laryngopharyngeal Reflux, or LPR, is better known as silent reflux. Most of us know heartburn as throat burning, chest pain, regurgitation, or an acidic taste in the mouth. What's more common is an annoying cough, throat clearing, and postnasal drip. Silent reflux is...
The Thyroid is not only vital for fertility, but also for maintaining pregnancy and fetal development. Learn naturopathic solutions to maintain Thyroid health.