Starting a new supplement regimen can be incredibly beneficial for boosting nutrient levels, supporting immunity, and addressing specific health goals. However, going on this journey beginning with a detox is key to ensuring that your body can make the most out of those supplements. Here’s why detoxing first is so important: Taking the time to […]
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Diarrhea is a symptom many patients experience, often triggering concern and discomfort. But in functional medicine, we recognize that diarrhea can be part of the body’s natural detoxification process. Just like a fever that “burns off” invaders, diarrhea can be a way for the body to quickly flush the colon of unwanted toxins, bacteria, or
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Autoimmune Diet-Friendly Fall Recipes: Simple, Holistic & Functional Medicine Approved As fall brings crisp air and cozy sweaters, it also inspires us to seek warming, nourishing foods that align with our health goals. For those following an autoimmune protocol (AIP) or other healing diets, finding recipes that are both delicious and supportive of immune function
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Warm Cider for a Healthy Gut: A Cozy Fall Tonic As the weather cools and we start craving warm, comforting beverages, why not turn a gut-supportive tonic into a fall-friendly drink? This simple gut tonic, made from ingredients that nourish your digestive system, can be transformed into a warm cider perfect for the season. Here’s
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Golden milk, also known as turmeric milk or haldi doodh, is a traditional drink rooted in Ayurvedic medicine. It’s made with milk (often dairy-free alternatives like almond or coconut milk), turmeric, and various spices like ginger, black pepper, and cinnamon. This warm, nourishing drink offers a wide range of health benefits due to its powerful ingredients. Golden milk can support
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Aging gracefully doesn’t mean surrendering to the signs of time. Modern Medicine’s team of functional medicine specialists understands your commitment to a natural lifestyle. We get it: you don’t want to resort to surgery, and the last thing you want is a fake look. While you may prefer to avoid medications and invasive procedures, you can still
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The MTHFR (methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase) gene plays a crucial role in your body’s ability to process and convert folate into its active form, 5-MTHF, which is essential for many bodily functions, including DNA synthesis, detoxification, and neurotransmitter production. MTHFR gene mutations can impact your health in various ways, but with the right functional medicine approach, you
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Candida overgrowth, a common fungal infection caused by the yeast Candida albicans, can lead to a variety of uncomfortable symptoms such as digestive issues, fatigue, brain fog, low libido, skin problems and more. While there are many treatments available, one natural remedy that has gained attention for its potential effectiveness is coconut oil. This blog
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Candidiasis is commonly known as a yeast infection. Overgrowth of candida can cause this condition. While candida is usually harmless in small amounts, factors like diet affect candidiasis and fluctuate the condition. Understanding how diet affects candidiasis can help you manage these infections effectively. The Impact of Diet Diet plays a significant role in either promoting or
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Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) are commonly prescribed medications used to treat conditions like acid reflux, GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), and stomach ulcers. While they can provide relief from these conditions, emerging research suggests that long-term use of PPIs may have unintended consequences on gut health, particularly contributing to leaky gut syndrome. In this blog post,
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