Blog & Podcast
Welcome to my blog, where you’ll find articles and links to my podcast episodes.
If you’d like to discuss your health concerns or ask some specific questions, please contact me and we can get started on your journey to balanced health!
Here are my latest posts:
The Cholesterol Misconception
In this episode we discuss some basic fundamentals around cholesterol and cardiovascular disease. Is LDL Cholesterol the only thing that matters? I think not. There is more to the story. To get started we will talk about vascular inflammation, LDL particle size and number, a few of the other possible contributing factors in cardiovascular disease, and some easy to obtain laboratory testing which can expand on the typical "Lipid Panel" normally ordered.
Introduction to Autoimmunity
In this 22nd episode, I will discuss some of the basic fundamentals of autoimmunity. We will explore the different stages of autoimmune expression, potential triggers, and how it might look before a full-blown diagnosis is given.
This is the first episode in a series of autoimmune episodes. Coming episodes will explore more about therapies/interventions, and specific autoimmune diseases.
Autoimmunity is an extremely common condition effecting many millions of people in this country. It is rare in fact not to have someone in your family with an autoimmune disease. That makes this episode, and mini-series on autoimmunity an important one to hear.
Is it the Gluten or the Sprays?
The discussion around gluten is certainly a big one. This podcast touches on just a few important concepts regarding gluten sensitivity, gut barrier integrity, processing of grain in the United States, and some literature suggesting that Celiac Disease is clearly on the rise! This is the first of many podcast episodes on gluten sensitivity reactions and how they can impact your health.
Functional Medicine, Explained
There are more ways than one to understand a medical concern, symptom, or diagnosis. Episode 1 is an entry point for many more discussions of functional medicine, mainstream medicine, physiology, neurology, endocrinology, autoimmunity, psychology, and much more.
The Hermit Crab and His Shell
A new name, a new location! Evolving my practice to better serve you.
Let's Talk Immune System, Plus New COVID-19 Antibody Test Available
I find the approach of simply sheltering in place to be short sighted and not giving justice to the abundant literature that is already published around optimizing immune function. Remember, sheltering in place only helps people avoid exposure to the virus. It does nothing to help a person have a more robust immune response, and it is a healthy and robust immune response that we want to not only fight off this virus if infected, but to provide a person and the community at large a natural immunity to the virus.
Also - I now offer Covid-19 antibody testing. Find out if you’ve already been exposed and have immunity!
My New Degree, and What That Means to My Practice
I have new letters after my name! What do they mean? Why did they change? And what else will change? Find out here!
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