Functional Medicine

What You Should Know About Toxic Mold Mold growth is common around homes, especially during periods of heavy rainfall or high humidity. While exposure to mold may only cause mild symptoms, such as skin irritation or minor respiratory issues, certain mold types can be toxic and cause more serious health problems. What is Toxic Mold?…

The medical community does not recognize leaky gut as a medical diagnosis, but this does not mean that you cannot find help for your symptoms. In this article, we will explain what leaky gut is, what causes it and how you can relieve its symptoms. What Is Leaky Gut? ​The intestinal lining extends for 4,000…

Your hormones basically run the show when it comes to how you feel – they’re behind your energy crashes, mood swings, whether your metabolism’s cooperating, and all things reproductive. When estrogen levels shift up or down outside of an optimal range, symptoms can overlap and make self-diagnosis difficult, especially without clinical context or testing. Two…

If you are experiencing symptoms like fatigue and weight gain despite trying to eat healthy and stay active, it could be a thyroid gland condition. Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s disease, cause the metabolism to slow down. The symptoms can develop slowly, meaning many people do not learn they have an immune system condition until they experience…

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…

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 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.

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.

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.

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.