If you’ve ever been jolted awake by a hot, lava-like burning sensation in your chest or throat, you’re not alone. Nighttime acid reflux is a common reason for disturbed sleep—and is more disruptive than most people realize. It’s not just the physical discomfort; it’s the anxiety that comes with it. When will it strike? Will
Emerging insights from our gut microbiome and gut-brain pathways reveal that the real root cause for chronic constipation may lie deeper—in the brain, central and enteric nervous systems, including hormones. Table of Contents Where Constipation Occurs Nervous System Crosstalk The Real Root Cause of Slowdown Natural Relief From Constipation Constipation: A Deeper Look Conclusion While
In the realm of conventional medicine, a crucial element often overlooked is the interconnected web of factors influencing our health. Unlike the medical model, which tends to prescribe medications to alleviate symptoms without addressing underlying causes, a more comprehensive approach is needed. Drawing from years of experience, it becomes evident that even practitioners in functional,
Winter can be difficult. Out east, the days are colder, darker, and gloomier. Yet it can also be a perfect time for deep sleep, hot saunas, and much-needed rest. While it’s true that winter can be more solitary, it doesn’t mean we have to become isolated or feel depressed. In fact, winter is the perfect
Assessing Detoxification Through Routine Blood Tests and Recognizing Signs and Symptoms If you’re struggling with chronic pain, weight gain, or hormone imbalances, you may have tried various diets and exercise routines and not seen results. It’s time to look beyond calorie restriction and even genetics and consider the role of toxins in your body. In
Fluctuating glucose supply throughout the day is destabilizing to brain health and increases the likelihood of addictive and other mood-altering behaviors It’s maybe a “trick question”, but which is worse: having low blood sugar or having high blood sugar? The answer is—they’re both equally bad. Worse still are the fluctuations in blood sugar, called glucose,
Many people in the Western world tend to burn the candle at both ends. They are stressed and try to pack too much into their busy day. Inevitably, the amount of sleep they get starts to decrease as they struggle to meet all of the demands placed upon them. Sleep is an essential part of
It’s reported that women, regardless of nationality or socioeconomic status, have a higher chance of having depression than men. And while I’m a big believer in science, what I would submit is that while women in general, because they are attuned to both monthly & seasonal changes that affect them physically AND emotionally, often report
