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!
Let It Go… Staying Strong When Others are Struggling
In this 74th episode, as I continue to recover from a bout of Covid-19, I ponder some concepts around taking on the negativity of those around us. As an empathic person, I find this to be a common challenge for me which absolutely challenges my health.
I offer a musical meditation piece called "We are Truth" which is something that speaks to me when I feel the need to remember to focus on a more centering perspective, and to let go of the things which are working against me.
Let go of those things which are working to bring you down. Most of the time, they are not really your burden to bear...
Are You an Acupuncturist Who’s Curious About Functional Medicine?
I am passionate about Functional Medicine. Since beginning my private Acupuncture practice in 2003, I have trained extensively in Functional Medicine. I find it both compatible and extremely valuable in caring for my patients, in tandem with TCM.
As a fellow Acupuncturist, you have probably heard about this modality, which focuses on blood work and lab tests to determine where the patient’s health imbalances are coming from. These diagnostic methods also allow the patient to see first hand the progress of their therapy.
One of my professional goals is to help educate other practitioners, which is why I have partnered with Acupuncture Insights to offer CEU courses in 4 major Functional Medicine topics.
Fighting Nasty Viruses, Functionally
In this 73rd episode I come to you in recovery from sickness. It started with my daughter, then to my wife, and then on to me. Like it does when living in close quarters.
Today I offer a short update on my health status, a little background on what my family has been experiencing (apparently COVID-19 as of positive tests this morning), a little reminder that it is okay to sit still sometimes and do nothing, and some nutraceutical/supplement advice for immune support as both preventative or therapeutic actions if sick with a virus.
We will discuss Vitamin D, Glutathione, Vitamin C, and other anti-viral support.
“Who Are You Calling Fat?!” says the liver…
In this 72nd episode I discuss the aptly-named condition "fatty liver," otherwise known as Steatosis.
Just like any other tissue of the body, the liver can begin to accumulate fatty deposits. This can hinder the function of the liver and even lead to destruction and more significant disease.
In this episode we will cover just what a fatty liver condition involves, how people get there, why it is not something you want, and how to reverse it.
Much Ado About Mold - Is Mold Harming You?
In this 71st episode I discuss several concepts around mold exposure. For sure mold is a hot topic in many circles. But how do you know if it is really a significant concern for you?
We will discuss the pros and cons of different types of testing for blood and urine, and how a home / office test, can be an important step.
We also discuss some of the more common symptoms of mold exposure, and just how something like this can be a significant "driver" for other medical conditions like autoimmunity.
Eat Fat to Burn Fat - The Ketogenic Diet
In this 41st episode we discuss concepts around a ketogenic diet, otherwise known as nutritional ketosis.
We will discuss what a ketone is as compared to glucose, how best to get into ketosis, why a person would do such a thing, and how the benefits can extend way beyond simple weight loss efforts.
Listen in and look beyond the more well known faddish concepts of Keto dieting! There is so much more to the story.
Ketogenic Diet | Keto Diet | Ketosis
The Gluten-Anxiety Connection
In this 61st episode we explore just how something like gluten, a protein found in grains, can be a significant driving force in the development and expression of anxiety, depression, and really any other mental/emotional concern.
We will discuss the role of the vagus nerve, the blood brain barrier, the gut barrier, antibody cross-reaction, GAD enzymes, deep cerebellar nuclei, purkinjie cells, and more! Yep nerdy stuff here, but fascinating and empowering once you see the connections.
Don't let something like anxiety or depression go untreated. Often times it is something you are doing every day that drives the whole business.
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