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How is integrative medicine different than functional medicine? These two terms are often used interchangeably but there is a difference between the two. This article will explain how they are different and how they relate to traditional medicine. Let’s first consider Integrative Medicine (IM). It is probably most easily described as a blend of different…
Millions of Americans suffer with skin chronic skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema. Do you suffer with psoriasis? Do you suffer with eczema? Are you wondering why I have put both of these skin disorders in the same article? I will be discussing the underlying cause of these skin problems and how taking a functional…
We have all had temporary stomach upset and problems going to the bathroom, but for individuals suffering with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) the discomfort and inconvenience can be disabling. Not to be confused with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease; IBS is a common digestive tract disorder that affects the…
Food-related health problems are growing at an alarming rate in the United States and causing a wide range of health disorders. For many people of all ages, inappropriate reactions to foods can cause chronic health disorders and discomfort. This article will be focusing on food allergies in particular, which is not the same as a food…
Generalized anxiety, panic attacks and social anxiety are different forms of anxiety known as anxiety disorders. Anxiety disorders are actually the most common mental illness in the United States according to the National Institute of Mental Health and affects more than 40 million Americans. Unfortunately, millions suffer with an anxiety disorder and do not receive…
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a growing health problem in the United States. According to the National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) 2011-2013, approximately 9.5% of children between the ages of 4-17 have been diagnosed with this condition and boys are more than twice as likely to be affected. In fact over 13% of all boys…
Millions of Americans are struggling with obesity and according to the National Institutes of Health 68.8% of adults are overweight or obese. Why are Americans having so much difficulty maintaining a healthy weight? A significant factor contributing to the obesity epidemic in this country is to the way we are eating. We are eating too much…
Have you been searching for a functional medicine physician? If so, you have probably been scouring the web and looking over the websites of various doctors and clinics. You have been doing your research so you can make an informed decision. The only problem is that you may not know what exactly it is you…
Living with IBS can be very distressing and interfere with normal daily activities, especially one’s social and professional life. The impact on one’s life can range from quite mild to extreme debilitation. Symptoms and severity of symptoms are often unpredictable and this can lead to anxiety which makes symptoms even worse. According to the International…
Are you stressed? Fatigued? Do you rely on caffeine to get you through the day? Have you noticed an increase in belly fat? Do you crave sweets or salt? Are you more irritable? Do you have trouble sleeping? If any of these sounds familiar, your adrenal glands may be out of balance. The adrenal glands…