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Optimize Your Genetics Genetics are at the top of the health pyramid. Can you change your genetics? Before I answer that, let’s explore some terms you may have heard regarding genetics and/or a genetics doctor. What is genetics? It is the scientific study of genes or heredity. What are blood genetics? Blood type genetics…
Integrative medicine or functional medicine is a type of healthcare that takes into account the whole person and their lifestyle and environment. Our integrative medicine doctor in Naperville can help. It combines traditional and alternative treatments, such as acupuncture, yoga, massage, and nutrition, to create a holistic approach to health. Integrative medicine also focuses on…
HOW STRESS IS AFFECTING YOUR LIFE . Let’s face it, STRESS happens! Understanding the impact of stress on your body can help you take steps to improve your overall health. First, let’s get clear on what stress is and how the body responds to it. Stress is any event that happens that disrupts the body’s…
Living with an anxiety disorder can be a very difficult and challenging experience. The constant fear, worry, and stress can be overwhelming and exhausting. It can be hard to focus on everyday tasks, and the feelings of dread can be paralyzing. There is often a sense of impending doom and a fear of the unknown.…
It’s that time of year once more! We want to remind everyone that food should be used as fuel for the body when speaking to weight loss. Weight loss resolutions have been set, and you’re in search of a fresh and efficient method to shed those pounds for good. Like many who’ve pursued their ideal…
Autoimmune diseases are a serious health concern in the United States, as it is estimated that approximately 50 million Americans suffer from an autoimmune disorder. Our functional medicine autoimmune specialist in Naperville is here to help. This number makes up roughly 20 percent of the population, and is more than the number of people affected…
As awareness of functional medicine grows, many individuals are intrigued by its principles but lack a comprehensive understanding of how it functions. Our functional medicine doctors focus on simplicity and being direct. This is where Functional Medicine 101 comes in. While it’s commonly viewed as a natural approach to health restoration, the intricacies of this…
Heal Your BRAIN How do you know if you have an unhealthy brain? Below you will find some of the most common symptoms of an inflamed brain; or a brain that is not working properly: Signs Of Brain Inflammation Chronic fatigue Brain-fog Short-term memory decline Insomnia Depression / Anxiety Lack of motivation Reduced ability to…
IS YOUR ‘THYROID PROBLEM REALLY YOUR THYROID? Many thyroid problems are diagnosed by clinical symptoms and by a lab value called TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone). This is a signaling hormone that is secreted by the pituitary gland in the brain in response to circulating levels of thyroid hormone in the blood. If there are suboptimal…
Are you at risk? What you can do about it? Today’s subject is cardiovascular disease. This includes heart and blood vessel health and the regulation of blood pressure. You will notice that I have placed Heart at Level #9 of the Functional Medicine Health Pyramid (FMHP). You are probably wonder why it is near the top instead…