by kentnelson | Aug 14, 2022 | Functional Medicine
Did you know that high-fat foods increase stomach acidity levels and can irritate the intestine and cause reflux? In the long term, they can also lead to metabolic disorders. The intestines play a very important role in our health. It is therefore essential to take...
by kentnelson | Aug 7, 2022 | Functional Medicine
You’ve probably heard many claims that some common foods or food ingredients are toxic. Fortunately, most of these claims are not supported by science. However, there are some ingredients that can be harmful, especially when consumed in large quantities. Here...
by kentnelson | Aug 1, 2022 | Functional Medicine
Swiss and Italian scientists have demonstrated a correlation between the intestinal microbiota and the appearance of amyloid plaques in the brain, typical of Alzheimer’s disease, which is the most common cause of dementia. Still incurable, this...
by kentnelson | Jul 24, 2022 | Functional Medicine
The field of functional medicine is becoming increasingly common in general medical care as patients demand a more preventative approach rather than a reactive treatment-based approach. It uses patient-centered nutrition-based therapies to address the underlying...
by kentnelson | Jul 17, 2022 | Functional Medicine
It all starts with the activation of the sympathetic nervous system, which is triggered by the four ephs of: flight, fight, fear and sex. This activation generates a strong secretion of glucocorticoids. The opposite system, the parasympathetic nervous system, is in...
by kentnelson | Jul 10, 2022 | Functional Medicine
In recent times, the interest in taking care of the intestine has spread, to the point of becoming a priority within the different branches of functional medicine. It is not only about the importance of the intestines for digestive or gastrointestinal health, but a...
