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Mitochondria are small structures found within our cells that are often referred to as the "powerhouses" of the cell. They play a crucial role in producing energy for the cell in the form of a molecule called adenosine triphosphate (ATP). Now, let's talk about chronic...

The gut microbiome is a complex community of bacteria, viruses, and fungi that inhabit the digestive tract. These microorganisms play a critical role in breaking down food and absorbing nutrients, which is essential for maintaining overall health. In this article,...

Athletic performance is determined by a range of factors, including genetics, training, and nutrition. Recently, researchers have started to investigate the role of the gut microbiome in athletic performance. The gut microbiome is a complex ecosystem of microorganisms...

Your gut microbiome plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health, from digestion to immunity. But did you know that it can also have a significant impact on your skin health? Research has shown that the gut-skin axis - the communication network between the gut...

The link between gut health and mental health has been gaining more attention in recent years, and for good reason. Research has shown that the gut and brain are closely connected, and the health of one can significantly impact the other. In fact, the gut is often...

For years as an adolescent girl, I was told how easy it is to get pregnant and that birth control was the answer to ensure no “accidents'' happened. Over five years ago, my husband and I unlearned what we always thought to be true, and realized just how difficult...

Fall and winter are times we all want to stay in, hunker down, and enjoy meals that provide comfort. In our opinion, there is no better comfort food than a good hearty soup. You can easily get protein and vegetables mixed with spices for an abundance of flavor in a...

It's that time of year...pumpkin spice season!! If you are not sick of it yet, we can assure you this healthy version of pumpkin bread will keep you wanting more all year long.  Why do we consider this bread "healthy". Really it is because this recipe offers a good...

For anyone who has suffered from allergies, sometimes the beauty of spring and the new blooms and colors are not always welcomed. Even though it signals the end of winter and warmer, longer days ahead, for some of us, it can be the start of many irritating symptoms....

If you have worked with us as a patient or paid close attention to our shared content, you will know we are OBSESSED with protein. So let's break this down a bit, so you can understand why we put so much emphasis on consuming enough protein each day. Proteins are made...

With St. Patrick's Day around the corner, these gluten-free dairy-free Green Smoothie Muffins are sure to delight! These muffins get their beautiful green hue from the 2 large handfuls of spinach. No artificial food coloring is used here! Spinach is a superfood packed...

This is so EXCITING!!! On March 10th, 2022, The Today Show put Functional Medicine and all of its benefits in front of Americans. So many people have struggled to find answers to the root cause of their chronic symptoms or disease process. In some cases, patients are...