The Gut-Brain Axis and Its Impact On Mental Health
There’s a new frontier in biology, and it’s called the gut-brain axis. This refers to the interconnectedness of the gut microbiome and the brain, which is now being explored with
How to Fight Against Chronic Fatigue and Pain with Lifestyle Changes
Chronic fatigue and pain syndromes are two of the most debilitating health conditions a person can suffer. The constant pain and fatigue can make it impossible to lead a normal
Alternatives to Opioid Medication for Chronic Pain – a Functional Medicine Approach
The use of opioids for chronic pain has come under scrutiny in recent years due to the high potential for addiction and abuse. While there are legitimate cases where opioids
Fasting & Microbiota: Can Strategic Fasting Impact Your Gut Health?
Fasting has been practiced for centuries, but only recently have we begun to understand some of the science behind why it may be beneficial for our health. One area that
How A Vitamin D Evaluation Can Impact Functional Medicine Evaluations
In a world of chronic pain and autoimmune disease, people are looking for answers. They want to know what’s causing their health problems and how they can fix them. That’s
The Impact of Vitamin D on Depression and Other Mental Health Issues
For many years, vitamin D has been hailed as a vital nutrient for strong bones and teeth. More recently, however, research has shown that vitamin D may also play an
Pollution’s Impact on Children’s Health: Examining the Effects of Contaminants in Air, Water, Soil, & Food
There is no question that our environment has become increasingly polluted over the years. And while we adults can suffer the ill effects of pollution, our children are most vulnerable.
A Guide to Restoring Thyroid Hormone Balance – A Functional Medicine Approach
Do you find yourself feeling tired all the time? Do you have brain fog, hair loss, or trouble losing weight? If so, you may be suffering from a thyroid imbalance
The Connection Between Inflammatory Bowel Disease & Dementia
It’s been well documented that there is a link between inflammation and dementia. But what if there was another condition that was also linked to dementia? New research suggests that
The Role of Air Pollution in Autoimmune Disease
Did you know that autoimmune disease is on the rise? In fact, according to the American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association, millions of Americans suffer from at least one autoimmune disease.
Holistic Lyme Disease Treatment
Lyme Disease: Understanding Common Treatments The majority of medical practitioners treat Lyme Disease exclusively with antibiotics. However, current research suggests that this method may be insufficient, particularly for patients with
Take Back Your Health
The Woodland’s Standard Holistic Medicine Facility Internal Healing and Wellness MD, Houston Holistic Medicine Combined with Modern Science in The Woodlands Texas Our goal is to cure illnesses by treating
Treating CIRS Holistically with Mold Detox Diets
A functional MD who specializes in CIRS uses specialized testing to identify signs of mold illness and customize treatment plans. Top treatment priorities include adopting an anti-inflammatory diet and removing
The Dangers of Parasites
Gastrointestinal parasites and the diseases they cause were long thought to be uncommon or difficult to detect. In fact, this is not the case. These are literally and in reality
What is Functional Medicine ?
As our understanding of the human body evolves, so does the way we treat illness and disease. Functional medicine is a cutting-edge, science based healthcare approach that considers the whole
Could Cannabinoids Be the Answer to Your Skin Issues?
For many, cannabinoids are associated with the psychoactive effects of marijuana. However, few realize that these same compounds can also be highly beneficial to the skin. In fact, topical cannabinoid
Can Functional Medicine Provide an Alternative to Opioid Treatments for Chronic Pain?
Chronic pain is a significant problem in the United States, with an estimated 20% of adults suffering from it. For many people, opioids are the go-to choice for pain relief.
The Ketogenic Hope for Breast Cancer
Breast cancers are the most commonly diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer death in women. In 2020, an estimated 2.3 million new cases of breast cancer were
High LDL in those with high muscle mass on low carb diet – “Lean Mass Hyper – Responders
In the world of phenotypes, there are outliers. People who don’t fit neatly into the boxes that we try to put them in. And this is especially true when it
The Dangers of Antibiotic Overuse and How it Can Lead to Antibiotic Resistance
Antibiotics are powerful drugs that can save lives. The advent of antibiotics was a major breakthrough in medicine, making it possible to treat previously fatal infections. However, the overuse of