Autoimmune Disease
Critical Info On Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)
I have written a lot about various autoimmune conditions where your body’s defense mechanism turns against you and becomes your own enemy. Today, I want to bring your attention to another immunological condition during which overactivation of mast cells leads to a disorder called mast
Leaky Gut Syndrome – The Silent Killer
Leaky Gut Syndrome (LGS) is a subtle, yet ever increasing issue that is being linked to more and more chronic health conditions, many of which are even life threatening. LGS traditionally was not generally recognized by mainstream medicine, but evidence has been accumulating, especially in
Naturopathic Medicine: A Holistic Approach to Your Health and Well Being
According to the latest statistics, there are currently 33,700 naturopathic doctors (NDs) working in Canada. But for many of us, naturopathic medicine might be a bit of a mystery. We’re all familiar with regular medicine and might be naturally cautious about trying something new. But
Lupus Disease – Important Things You Need To Know
An increasing number of people worldwide are developing autoimmune diseases – lupus being one of them. Autoimmune diseases (AD) are actually the third most common type of disease in the US after cancer and cardiovascular disease. Considering that human genetics hasn’t changed much in the
What You Need To Know About Hashimoto’s And Other Thyroid Diseases
The thyroid gland is one of the most crucial organs in our bodies located near Adam’s apple. It plays an important role in the body’s metabolism, growth, and development. By releasing hormones, it also regulates vital functions like: Breathing Muscle strength Heart rate Central and
How Serious Is Chronic Inflammation Really?
As bad as it sounds, inflammation is a protection mechanism that humans have developed to combat injuries and foreign agents. Fever, chills, muscle stiffness, fatigue can all be signs that your body is fighting inflammation. Successful treatment is important not only for getting rid of
Time To Talk About IV Vitamin Therapy?
Arrival of winter is accompanied by many changes. People start prepping for holidays, snow and cold become a new norm, and most importantly, winter colds and flu infections start lurking around, waiting to get us weak and sick. So, it is the season to start
The Epidemic of autoimmune diseases – What’s causing the alarming rise?
Many don’t know that autoimmune diseases (AD) are the third most common type of disease in the US after cancer and cardiovascular disease. The primary function of the immune system is to protect us from infectious agents, such as bacteria, viruses, toxins and cancer cells.
Chronic Inflammation? How IV Vitamin Therapy Can Help
If you’ve been dealing with chronic inflammation, you often wonder what can be done to reduce or eliminate it. Acute inflammation generally happens when your body has trauma like an injury or microbial invasion like in a cut. The inflammation usually clears up within a
Common Causes of Chronic Fatigue And What You Can Do to Improve Your Energy!
With today’s busy lifestyle, more and more people are suffering from chronic fatigue. The good news is, with some help, you can conquer the fatigue and be vibrant again! All symptoms have a root cause, and working with a functional medicine doctor can help you
Signs of an Unhealthy Gut That Aren’t Digestion Related!
When it comes to certain body ailments, many people treat their symptoms at surface level. With functional medicine, however, we look at the body as a whole and strive to get to the root of the problem. We realize that certain symptoms are simply an
Top 10 Strategies to Support your Immune System NOW
No one wants to get sick. And when cold and flu season hits, it’s all hands on deck to fight off invading bacteria and viruses. And while eating a clean, whole food diet, reducing stress and keeping active is foundational to a healthy immune system,