Semaglutide is a relatively new medication that is effective in helping people lose weight. As a naturopathic doctor, I understand the importance of using natural methods for weight loss whenever possible. However, there are cases where medication can be a helpful addition to a holistic approach to weight loss.
Read MorePlunging testosterone levels are not only a problem for older men. According to studies (including WebMD), T-levels begin to drop for a man sometime in their 30s. With lower T-levels, men can expect decreased sex drive, less energy, weight gain, less body hair, depression, and more. Now, for the good news. Just as testosterone levels drop, there are plenty of lifestyle changes that could boost one’s testosterone. Eating healthy, reducing stress, vitamin consumption, and a good night’s sleep schedule have all been proven to raise t-levels.
Exercise is another way to boost testosterone, but different exercises will affect one’s T-levels differently.
Read MoreDid you know that one in four men under the age of 40 are seeking solutions for erectile dysfunction (ED)? The total number of younger males experiencing ED is likely even higher than reported because the statistic only takes into account men who actually seek help. ED in young males often goes unreported due to the stigma attached to the condition.
Read MoreClomid, also known as clomiphene citrate, is an oral medication used to treat female infertility. Doctors may also prescribe clomiphene citrate treatment off-label for male infertility issues. Off-label means that the Food and Drug Administration has not approved the drug for this particular use. This post though will reveal exactly how effective Clomid is for male infertility after all.
Read MoreDid you ever wonder why that cortisone shot or ibuprofen bottle failed to permanently relieve your chronic pain? What if I told you that it’s because you haven’t been given the entire story of why you’re suffering from joint pain in the first place and that piece of information holds the key to getting rid of your pain for good?
Read MoreLow testosterone levels, also called “low-T,” can cause dangerous medical issues, like decreased bone density or osteoporosis, that can increase your risk of fractures. Medical research shows a connection between testosterone and the heart as well as respiratory disease and a 33 percent greater risk of death than men with more testosterone. Also, some conditions that can accompany low testosterone, like erectile dysfunction, can be warning signs of life-threatening medical issues, like heart attacks.
This third post of the series is going to dive a little into my favorite method of bioidentical hormone replacement (BHRT) for women, hormone pellet therapy. Unfortunately, many women do not even realize that this option exists for them.
Read MoreMost people are familiar with the primary benefit of melatonin, improved sleep, but don’t completely understand why it works or even knows that there are a host of other benefits that melatonin offers besides some good Zzz’s!
Read MoreMany of us have been in lock-down and self-quarantined for well over a month now and sometimes it feels like there is no end in sight! I get it. This has been an unbelievably difficult time for nearly everyone (I don’t know anyone who is just coasting through all of this) and can require lots of mental gymnastics just to get through the day.
Read MoreWomen ≠ Estrogen‼️
(I know, I know… that statement might be a little bold or even shocking but there’s some pretty cool science out there that you should hear about…)
Read MoreAt Prism, we deal a lot in preventive medicine and it’s no secret one of our favorite therapies for women is Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement. That’s a mouthful for sure but we love it so much we’re creating a three-part series this week to give our patients the helpful knowledge on this incredibly beneficial treatment.
Read MoreFor centuries, mushrooms and fungi have played an integral part in medicine, health, and our understanding of the natural world. There are an estimated 1.4 million species within the fungi kingdom and of those 1.4 million, there are approximately 700 species with known medicinal properties. As you can probably guess, there are likely many, many more out there!
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