Some mornings you open your eyes already bracing for the day’s surprise symptom. One day it’s a throbbing headache; the next, angry hives bloom across your skin, or your stomach twists after a meal you’ve […]

Introduction: The Chemistry of Your Feelings Anxiety, depression, or that restless “tired but wired” feeling are never just in your head. They are signals that your internal chemistry needs attention. Hormones, neurotransmitters, and a handful

A Functional Medicine Guide to Supporting Real Biochemical Detoxification Beyond the Fads Generally forget 3-day cleanses. This guide explains how your liver, gut, kidneys, and skin truly detoxify and how to support those systems using

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3Ts for Strategic Supplementation: How to Avoid the “Green Pharmacy” Trap People are stuck in the “green pharmacy trap,” taking well-marketed but poorly designed supplements that don’t match their actual needs. This guide explains how

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Cortisol is often called the body’s “stress hormone” for a good reason. It plays a central role in managing your response to stress, but its influence extends much further than that. Cortisol helps regulate your

Therapeutic Dosages: The Key for Effective Herbs & Supplements Natural remedies can be incredibly effective—but only when taken at the right dose. This guide explains what a therapeutic dosage is, why bioavailability matters, and how

Allostatic Load: The Hidden Physiology of Stress, Resilience, and Disease Stress isn’t just emotional or even perceived. Learn how your body adapts, where it breaks down, and how to rebuild resilience using functional medicine Honestly,