Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a mysterious disorder that affects millions of women in the United States. Despite its widespread effect on the US population, the exact cause of the disorder is unknown. It is known that the disorder is characterized by an imbalance of hormones that cause unwanted changes in the body from hair growth to fertility problems. Due to the negative feedback
When looking at essential minerals for the body, it is often thought that calcium receives the award for most important and abundant, but recent studies show that magnesium may be just as or more important than calcium. Although it is the fourth most abundant mineral in the body, magnesium is needed for more than 300 biochemical reactions and is involved
It is a common saying that one should drink six to eight cups of water a day. Although we are all told this many times, recent studies are showing that a large percentage of children are not meeting their reference intake of water. With this information, it can be inferred that most adults are also not reaching their necessary amount
7-Keto is the registered name for 3-acetyl-7-oxo DHEA, a stabilized version of 7-oxo DHEA which is a natural metabolite found in the body. As with all DHEA’s, 7-Keto declines in the body with age and by age 40 some may experience up to a 40% drop in levels of 7-Keto in the body. 7-Keto has a correlation with cortisol in
Amino acids are the core of all cells in the human body. Therefore, intake of amino acids during weight loss insures the maintenance of muscle mass while losing fat. Overall, amino acids perform two tasks: synthesis of proteins and various biomolecules and the oxidization of urea and carbon dioxide. There are eight essential amino acids which the body cannot create
Why is our diet poor?
Due to the busy lifestyle of most Americans, we leave little time to choosing quality food and meals. Instead we choose our meals based on convenience and taste. Choosing meals like this, leads to meals with higher fat, refined carbohydrates and sodium; these meals also usually involve extensive processing to enhance taste, which can destroy or
Recent studies show that taste perception may have an even greater impact on our appetite than we may think. Our sensitivity to fatty acids in food can influence how much of that food is consumed, before it is digested to make an impact on the body, physically or psychologically. Based on evolution, it is probable that the ability to perceive
Why Choose Functional Medicine?
Practitioners of Functional Medicine approach health with a holistic, mind-body focus and incorporate scientifically-validated methods for identifying imbalances in a patient’s system, which can lead to disease or poor health. It looks to address the underlying cause of illness by looking at the core aspects that affect people on a cellular level. This is a type of
What is Skinny Genes?
“Skinny” GenesTM is a weight loss program that features genetic testing. Your genes are the code to your body. Everyone knows that DNA dictates gender, hair and eye color, whether or not you have freckles and your height. Why does anyone think it is different for exercise, diet or reaching optimal health?
Why Genetic Testing?
Genetic testing is an
What are Essential Oils?
Plants contain complex and powerful substances known as essential oils. These are aromatic liquids derived from shrubs, flowers, trees, roots, bushes, and seeds. These distinctive components defend plants from insects, harsh environmental conditions, and disease. They are also vital for a plant to grow, live, evolve, and adapt to its surroundings. Referred to as the essence of
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