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Dr. Rajka’s functional medicine blog shares practical information about integrative and functional medicine, healthy living, and root-cause healing. Written by Dr. Rajka, each post offers science-based guidance on topics like gut health, hormones, detox, and nutrition. Stay informed and take control of your health!
What Causes Low Progesterone? Symptoms, Testing, and Functional Solutions
Hormone changes can affect daily life long before they show up on routine lab work. Low progesterone is one of the most common patterns. It can look like heavy periods, poor sleep, or anxious moods. Knowing the symptoms and causes of low progesterone makes it easier to talk with your doctor and feel more in…
What is PCOS? A Full Guide
Living with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can involve many challenges. One of the first challenges you may need to overcome is identifying if you have the condition. Once you have a diagnosis, you’ll then begin the process of figuring out the right treatments for managing your symptoms. Taking a closer look at how PCOS impacts…
Chronic Illnesses, Explained: What They Are, Top Examples, and How to Recover
Chronic illnesses are those that do not quickly go away, and they can have quite a profound effect on those who they impacted. However, that term is also one that many may not fully understand until they or someone they are close to suffers from one.
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: What to Know, Warning Signs, and Solutions
Myalgic encephalomyelitis is also known by the name “chronic fatigue syndrome.” In this Dr. Rajka blog, about the possible causes, recognize the early warning signs and explore CFS solutions today.
Menopause: Stages, Early Signs, and Symptoms of Menopause
Before they begin, it is important to learn what the key symptoms of menopause are so that you can spot the signs early and navigate each stage of this natural life transition confidently.
Signs that You Need Hormone Replacement Therapy
Hormones play a vital role in your physical health. While people tend to focus on hormones during puberty and pregnancy, the truth is that fluctuations in their levels occur throughout life.
Collagen Peptides: What They Are, Impacts, and Benefits
The body produces collagen, but as we age, collagen production decreases. From elasticity reduction in the skin to the lack of collagen in your joints, collagen peptide supplementation may be the solution you’ve been looking for.
Critical Steps to Take Before Starting Bioidentical Hormones for Perimenopause or Menopause
Often times I hear from women who come to my practice with symptoms of perimenopause or menopause that they “tried” hormones but either they didn’t see a benefit or they were made to feel worse.
Moms: Put your oxygen masks on first
In life it is a fine balance. Particularly, when you are a “CEO” whether it is of your home or of your office. Perhaps even more so when you are a mother. Motherhood takes an emotional and physical toll, and often, women put their own well-being last. That’s why women’s integrative medicine is so important-because…
What your doctor won’t tell you about preventing breast cancer: a functional medicine approach
As we wrap up October, I have finally had a chance to reflect on breast cancer awareness. While I wish I was able to say I haven’t known anyone with breast cancer, unfortunately it’s not the case. In addition to my patients, it’s sad that I have seemingly lost count on the number of people…
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