Unlock the Power of Your Vagus Nerve for Optimal Health and Wellness
Over the years, we’ve noticed a rise in fight-or-flight, or sympathetic dominance, in our practice. This often correlates with lower vagus nerve function. The vagus nerve, also known as cranial nerve X, is often referred to as the “wandering nerve” because it extends from the neck, traveling alongside the carotid arteries and connecting with almost […]
Methylene Blue: The Magic Bullet for Cellular Health, Neuroprotection, and Athletic Performance
Methylene blue (MB) is a synthetic compound with a legacy spanning nearly 150 years, renowned for its versatility as a therapeutic agent. Originally synthesized in 1876 by German chemist Heinrich Caro, MB first gained popularity as a dye, only to later reveal its profound medicinal properties. By the early 20th century, MB’s antimalarial properties made […]
Over Methylation Explained: Causes, Symptoms, and How to Restore Balance
In the intricate world of human health, where genetics and environment blend to influence our well-being, “methylation” is a term that’s gaining more attention. Methylation is a biochemical process in the body responsible for vital functions such as DNA repair, detoxification, and neurotransmitter regulation. When this system is out of balance, we often see two […]
A Comprehensive Approach to Chronic Lyme Disease Treatment
Chronic Lyme disease often involves multiple coinfections, making diagnosis and treatment complex. Testing for these coinfections is often unreliable, and the infections can evade the immune system. This is where advanced techniques like Autonomic Response Technique (ART) are invaluable. ART helps identify which infections are present and prioritize them for treatment, aiding in the creation […]
Unlocking Health with Advanced Biofeedback: Techniques, Tools, and Insights for Comprehensive Patient Care
Biofeedback is simply a way to retrieve information from the body. This, combined with a thorough history and physical exam, standard blood work, functional medicine testing, diagnostics, and other diagnostics, help us to get a more comprehensive view of the patient. Perhaps the oldest form of biofeedback is the EKG, or electrocardiograph, which gives precise measurements of the heart. From this, we […]
The Hidden Dangers of Heavy Metal Exposure: Understanding Risks, Symptoms, and Detoxification Methods
Multiple heavy metals exist in the earth’s crust, and the myriad undertakings of human activities result in practically everyone being exposed to these elements in the air, water, and food supply.
Rising Environmental Toxins and Their Impact on Thyroid Health: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Holistic Treatments
As the level of toxicity increases in the environment, thyroid disorders are increasingly common. Symptoms of low thyroid function may include: low energy, depression/anxiety, inability to concentrate or memory problems, cold intolerance, poor digestion, constipation, low libido, etc.
The Growing Threat of Autoimmune Diseases: Understanding Causes, Symptoms, and Holistic Treatment Approaches
Fifty million Americans have one or more autoimmune diseases, and that number is rising. That is one in 5 Americans! An often underdiagnosed disorder, it has been shown that it takes an average of 20 doctors to get a diagnosis of autoimmune disease.
Navigating Lyme Disease and Coinfections: Understanding the Complexities and Advances in Diagnosis and Treatment
Lyme disease is one of the fastest-growing infectious diseases in the US and Western Europe with more than 400,000 new cases contracted each year in the US-an increase of more than 10 times what was previously believed.
Understanding Adrenal Dysfunction: Causes, Misdiagnoses, and Advanced Treatment Options
The adrenal glands sit on top of the kidney and receive input from the pituitary. They are the main producers of adrenaline and cortisol, necessary for a healthy stress response. Unfortunately, over time, usually due to chronic stress, toxicity exposure, and other factors, these glands can become stressed and produce too much cortisol or too little.
