Autoimmunity is not your immune system attacking you. It’s your immune system receiving confused instructions. I know that sounds different from what you’ve been told, but in over three decades of...
Did you know eating disorders are as much about your hormones as your habits? Your hypothalamus plays a huge role in how you relate to food. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yBmsutntPA4 I’m Deborah...
If your child has ADHD, their stress hormones may look very different from other kids, and that difference could explain a lot. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqDop2XcQzQ I’m Deborah...
Nearly 80% of autoimmune patients are women. Women are seven times more likely to be sent home during an active heart attack, and endometriosis takes an average of seven to 10 years to diagnose....
Dragging at 7:00 AM, dependent on caffeine by 10, hitting a wall at 3:00 PM, then 10 rolls around, and suddenly your brain is on. Wide awake, thoughts racing, body exhausted, but mind won't stop....
One of the most heartbreaking things I see in my clinical practice is someone stopping a healing process at the exact moment their body was beginning to recalibrate. They quit because they felt...
So what are the signs and symptoms of adrenal fatigue? Let's find out. Adrenal Fatigue is a condition where your adrenals are overworked and not producing enough adrenal hormones,...
Adrenal fatigue means you’re not producing enough levels of the stress hormone cortisol. Unfortunately, adrenal fatigue can cause hair loss.
Adrenal fatigue is real. It’s when your adrenal glands become so overworked from chronic stress that they can no longer keep up with normal daily functioning. But treating adrenal fatigue...
Maybe you’ve heard of cortisol as the hormone that causes belly fat. Maybe you’ve been under the impression that cortisol is bad. Is cortisol bad? Well, I’m here to tell you that there are no bad...
Cortisol Illness. If you want to know why cortisol makes you sick, then this article can help. Welcome back to my blog! Today, I'm going to talk all about your cortisol and why it may make you...
Ok, what about those hormone partners? Well, Cortisol has a partner too. It’s DHEA. DHEA follows cortisol like a puppy. If your cortisol is high, then your DHEA is too. If your cortisol bottoms...
What's the connection between digestion and hormones? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/DrzJG2QERo8?si=WY3a-V1atGNvP4S2 Your hormones control so many vital systems in your body, including your...
What are fast remedies to combat heartburn, GERD, and acid reflux? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/zMMS7WqxL2I?si=2_1Z6FP6qCgdosKW Gastrointestinal reflux disease or GERD is acid reflux from...
How does alcohol impact your gut health? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/tbM3ZPkrFns?si=sOhGkAqyAcueoc4Q Alcohol has been well studied in terms of its effect on your health, including...
Is colon cleansing good for your gut health? Let's talk about. https://youtu.be/rVmeb0r1ZoY?si=r5wY_hFDxNR8Qs8x Colon cleansing is quite popular. It basically consists of enemas or water flushes...
What is the relationship between your gut microbiome and arthritis? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/-XtSXrpsOrg?si=-aybm5w-yvLnUrkb There’s a growing body of evidence that your gut...
How does your gut microbiome affect food allergies? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/iluhsrJPAvA?si=JwDaw4m6aYZzSQw1 Your gut microbiome helps you stay healthy. Through the neurological...
If your child has ADHD, their stress hormones may look very different from other kids, and that difference could explain a lot. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqDop2XcQzQ I’m Deborah...
Dragging at 7:00 AM, dependent on caffeine by 10, hitting a wall at 3:00 PM, then 10 rolls around, and suddenly your brain is on. Wide awake, thoughts racing, body exhausted, but mind won't stop....
One of the most heartbreaking things I see in my clinical practice is someone stopping a healing process at the exact moment their body was beginning to recalibrate. They quit because they felt...
Your heart races for no reason. Your shoulders are always tight. Your jaw clenches in your sleep. Nothing is wrong. No crisis, no emergency, and yet your body acts like the threat never ended. If...
Hormones helped, and then they didn't. If your hormones stopped working, you need to hear something. This is one of the most common patterns I've seen in my practice, and it almost never means...
Stress and trauma don't live in the past. It lives in the nervous system. And if your nervous system doesn't feel safe, and it doesn't matter how clean your diet is, how perfect your supplements...
Are artificial sweeteners safe? Science doesn’t always agree. Let’s talk about the possible effects of artificial sweeteners on your health.
There has been a lot of news on this novel coronavirus dubbed COVID-19. I am not an epidemiologist, yet with my area of expertise in neuro-immune-endocrinology or your body’s internal...
How can you treat your allergies naturally? Supporting your hypothalamic immune function and stabilizing your mast cells can help.
How do you treat autoimmunity naturally? Let's talk about it. Your immune system's job is to protect you. But when it's attacking you, that’s called autoimmunity. Your hypothalamus controls your...
If you want to know how autoimmunity affects you and what you can do about it — then this video is for you. Let's discuss autoimmune relief. Make sure to subscribe so I can help you get your...
Your immune system has a mind of its own. Oh, yes, it’s controlled by your hypothalamus - the master gland that controls all your hormones and neurotransmitters. Yet your intelligent immune system...
Is there a connection between infertility and depression? Let's talk about it. When you're having trouble getting pregnant, it can have a lot of psychological impacts. Depression and anxiety are...
Infertility affects 15% of American couples. If you can't achieve pregnancy within 12 months of trying, you need a consult. If you're over the age of 35, do not wait longer than six months before...
Did you know that infertility affects 10% of men. Male fertility wanes with age. If you’re over 40 you have an increased risk of infertility. Male infertility is described as an inability to...
Female infertility affects 20-25% percent of women. Infertility is defined as the inability to get pregnant after at least 12 months of trying to conceive. https://youtu.be/6oAYDu-xhqg The signs...
Did you know that your children are within you? Literally! Fetal cells exist within mothers apparently for life. We’ve known this since the 19th century when a German scientist studying...
There are three natural alternatives to metformin. Chromium, Botanicals, and Berberine act as safe replacements. Let’s dive into the details.
What is the perimenopause flu? The hormonal flu is a pattern of flu-like symptoms that occurs in perimenopause in the one to two days immediately before menstruation begins — characterized by...
Skipping breakfast might save you time in the morning, but did you know it could also be stealing calcium from your bones? Especially if you’re postmenopausal, this habit could be weakening your...
Wrinkles don’t just come from sun exposure or genetics — they actually start in your brain. That’s right, your hypothalamus plays a huge role in how quickly your skin ages....
Did you know exercise creates a chemical in your body that literally shuts down hunger signals? This means your workouts aren’t just burning calories — they’re flipping switches in your brain that...
Why supporting hormones didn’t work—until we addressed the gut and hypothalamus. Many women enter their 40s expecting changes in their cycle. What they don’t expect is anxiety that feels...
Hot flashes and mood swings aren’t the only changes in menopause. For many women, digestion in menopause, like bloating, acid reflux, and indigestion become everyday struggles. And it’s not just...
So how do thyroid hormone and testosterone affect one another? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/pOZXdj5TMFc?si=Tpdu_Qx_gIWfP6DR All hormones are interconnected including thyroid and...
What is the key to vitality and well-being? Hormonal harmony. Let’s talk about it. https://youtu.be/Jr3Sdi2fHKo?si=gJOXD4qfgTfMEAGI Hormones are biochemical messengers produced by glands in...
Is colon cleansing good for your gut health? Let's talk about. https://youtu.be/rVmeb0r1ZoY?si=r5wY_hFDxNR8Qs8x Colon cleansing is quite popular. It basically consists of enemas or water flushes...
Can Genesis Gold® be taken every day for your lifetime? Yes! https://youtu.be/_4FPKnHTt10?si=RogADx22nqAqf0tC I designed Genesis Gold® as a foundational hypothalamic nutraceutical to be used daily...
Do you know all the healing benefits from red light therapy? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/MHijgur-Zms?si=-bt_Q0dje4dfhzBR Red light therapy, also known as laser therapy, utilizes...
So what are the causes and treatment of chronic fatigue syndrome? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/L1okyfu-8q4?si=bWfSfVqdItt3UBl- Chronic fatigue syndrome also known as myalgic encephalitis...
What can you do to stay healthy in your youth? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/idqD8dx5Kys?si=bBL_obV7aZxaLpDO Every stage of your life holds a different potential for health as well as...
Are you feeling stuck on your healing journey? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/USl3JQRiw2k?si=Ff1EUxZ61323ewu3 I've been treating patients in my integrative medicine practice since...
Studies show that caretaking increases illness and mortality. How do you keep yourself healthy while caretaking? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/x8EAKi7SIyA?si=BZ7U6rf4TVtg67lJ I recently...
A recent study shows that emotional eating is very common. An analysis of over 5000 adults found that over 20% eat emotionally, with prevalence higher in young white women. ...
What kind of sunscreen is the best — mineral or chemical? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/_ITND-X12_A Overexposure to the sun can induce premature aging and skin cancer. So it’s important...
How can you naturally resolve hormone imbalances? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/arXHObRDpVw As a neuro immune endocrine specialist treating the hormonally challenged for over 30 years, I...
BMI is outdated. It does not measure your health, and in some cases, it is dangerously misleading. If you are still using BMI to understand your wellness, you may be missing what your body is...
If you're struggling with that stubborn belly fat since menopause, you're not alone. It's not just what you're eating or how active you are. Your hormones are calling the shots. Today, I am going...
If you've ever reached for food when you're not hungry, but cope with stress, you're not alone, and you're not broken. Emotional eating isn't just willpower. It can be hormonal. Let's talk about...
Does Intermittent Fasting Cause Hair Loss? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/bybR1ls2gVE?si=CllSUcQIxL0qIqxa Intermittent fasting has gained global popularity to help with weight loss,...
Do you really need drugs to lose weight? Let’s talk about it. https://youtu.be/DOjsg5eSN3M?si=1vAjjGpVJVjYDDQl Over 50% of adult Americans are overweight. Obesity is in an epidemic. The GLP-1...
What's the safest method to lose weight naturally? Let’s talk about it. https://youtu.be/CGvpoBBnNK8?si=tjp7KIEPltve2PPY Obesity is endemic. Nearly 40% of US adults are obese. Obesity increases...
Dealing with the symptoms of PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) can be daunting. Your hormones are out of balance. You make more estrogen than progesterone because you're not ovulating regularly....
Polycystic ovary syndrome affects about 10% of women. Many of them suffer for years with hirsutism, irregular periods, infertility, acne, obesity, insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome, before...
I’ve been asked many times what the best supplements are for PCOS. PCOS, or polycystic ovary syndrome, is an imbalance in sex steroids in women. PCOS is characterized by high levels of androgens,...
Polycystic ovary syndrome or PCOS is a condition in young women in which they do not ovulate regularly and have high levels of male hormones in their systems. Signs and symptoms of PCOS are a...
Is polycystic ovary syndrome an autoimmune disease?. Polycystic ovary syndrome or PCOS is a condition in women that is characterized by chronic high levels of testosterone and an anovulatory state meaning not ovulating regularly.
PCOS or polycystic ovary syndrome is linked to insulin resistance. In fact, it is believed that insulin resistance in polycystic ovary syndrome is caused by the underlying mechanisms contributing to polycystic ovary syndrome.
If you have hypothyroidism, let’s talk about how to balance your thyroid hormone naturally. Your thyroid produces hormones that control your metabolism. If you’re tired, run-down, gaining weight,...
Your thyroid controls your metabolism - how much energy your cells make. Hypothyroidism means your thyroid is not producing enough thyroid hormone. If you don’t have enough thyroid hormone, you...
Your thyroid is a small gland located below your Adam’s apple that produces hormones. They control your metabolism. Low thyroid hormone production leads to low energy, high cholesterol, and...
Hormones affect your thyroid function especially estrogen. The dramatic shifts of pregnancy and menopause put women at greater risk for thyroid disorders and the risk increases with age. The risk...
If you want to know how to treat thyroiditis naturally, including autoimmune hypothyroidism, or Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, then this video is for you! If this video was helpful, be sure to...
If you want to know if you might have thyroiditis, autoimmune hypothyroidism or Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, then this video is for you. Make sure to subscribe so I can help you get your hormones in...
Do you really need drugs to lose weight? Let’s talk about it. https://youtu.be/DOjsg5eSN3M?si=1vAjjGpVJVjYDDQl Over 50% of adult Americans are overweight. Obesity is in an epidemic. The GLP-1...
Microplastics are everywhere. Let’s talk about how they’re affecting your hormonal health. https://youtu.be/V_2i_R_0u78?si=Uutrfz6s0stHn3In Microplastics have been found in food, water, and even...
How can you deal with menopausal insomnia naturally? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/jiRszDTebMQ?si=msnGDVXiR1WeKupK Insomnia means that you're not able to sleep. Menopausal women...
Let’s talk about the estradiol side effect of blood clots. https://youtu.be/GzkBNZdSguI?si=klkBBQHSz0DDK1yE Of all the side effects that estradiol may have, inducing blood clots is the most...
Let's talk about the estradiol side effect of water retention. https://youtu.be/u9fuqCAQXE8?si=tovtrlS_N0j4jk5t Estradiol is a growth-promoting hormone that also has an amazing effect on...
Let's talk about the estradiol side effect of anxiety. https://youtu.be/TgS5a161BZs?si=RTINysLvRwIIKU6M Excessive amounts of estrogen, especially unopposed estrogen, may cause anxiety. Without an...
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