The Health Dangers of Carrying Extra Weight

The Health Dangers of Carrying Extra Weight

Are you carrying around some extra weight? You aren’t alone! What are the downsides of extra weight? Besides slowing you down, making it harder to move, not fitting in your “skinny jeans” and not being happy with what you see in the mirror, even a few pounds can...
Testing for Heart Health

Testing for Heart Health

February is heart health month, and I am devoting this blog to preserving a healthy heart and avoiding premature death from a heart attack (or a stroke). Using Testing for specific makers can give you better information about your heart health and risk of heart attack...
Functional Medicine Lab Testing for Heart Health

Functional Medicine Lab Testing for Heart Health

How’s your heart health? Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men AND women– claiming more than 650,000 people each year. It affects all ages, genders and ethnicities. Routine lipid testing alone is inadequate to identify and...
Weight Loss for Heart Health

Weight Loss for Heart Health

Weight Loss for Heart Health It may not be easy or pleasant, but weight loss has more benefits than looking good in a swimsuit. Losing even a little weight can greatly improve heart and vascular health, boost heart function, lower blood pressure, and improve your...
Is Gluten Affecting Your Thyroid?

Is Gluten Affecting Your Thyroid?

Is Gluten Affecting your Thyroid? Did you know that eating gluten containing foods can affect your thyroid? Understanding the gluten-thyroid connection can lead to better symptom management with diet and lifestyle. Eating gluten can create a toxic response in people...