Precision Medicine

Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) is a condition that occurs when there is an excessive amount of bacteria in the small intestine, leading to various gastrointestinal symptoms. Although it is a relatively common condition, it is often overlooked or misdiagnosed due to its nonspecific symptoms. In this blog, we will explore SIBO, its causes, symptoms,…

Dementia is a progressive condition that affects cognitive abilities, such as memory, thinking, and reasoning. It is estimated to affect over 50 million people worldwide, with the number expected to triple by 2050. Early detection and diagnosis of dementia can greatly improve quality of life and provide more time for planning and making important decisions.…

Precision medicine is a relatively new approach to healthcare that aims to provide tailored medical treatments to individual patients based on their specific genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. It is a rapidly developing field that holds great promise for improving patient outcomes, reducing healthcare costs, and advancing our understanding of disease.  At its core, precision…

What is visceral fat & why is it bad for your health? Visceral fat, also known as “belly fat,” is the fat that surrounds the internal organs in the abdominal cavity. Unlike subcutaneous fat, which is found just under the skin, visceral fat is located deep inside the body, surrounding the organs in the abdominal…

The five main hormones that impact men’s health are testosterone, growth hormone, insulin, thyroid hormones, and cortisol.  Testosterone is a steroid hormone that plays a key role in the development of male reproductive tissues, such as the testes and prostate, as well as promoting secondary sexual characteristics such as increased muscle and bone mass, and…

Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and tenderness in localized areas. Despite its prevalence, the exact cause of fibromyalgia is still unknown, and there is no cure. Symptoms of fibromyalgia include: Fibromyalgia is often misdiagnosed or overlooked because its symptoms are…

Anemia is a common blood disorder characterized by a reduced number of red blood cells (RBCs) or a decrease in hemoglobin levels, resulting in a decreased oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood. Anemia can be caused by a variety of factors, such as a lack of iron, vitamin B12, or folic acid, blood loss, chronic disease,…

Hypertension is a multifactorial illness. Hypertension is the most common primary care diagnosis in the United States and a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease, heart attack, stroke or renal failure when not detected early and treated appropriately. The American Heart Association estimates that approximately 45% of Americans have hypertension. Over 90% of cases have…

The autumn season is book-ended by the carefree warmth of summer and the looming stress of the holiday season. The fall colors, cooler temps and pumpkin-spice everything are hallmarks of this transition that many people look forward to with anticipation. But for others, this shift in the seasons can also trigger stress and anxiety. This…

Hormones affect everything, from blood sugar to blood pressure, growth/fertility, sex drive, metabolism, and even sleep. Their influence goes as far as changing the way we think and act day to day. At least 80% of us will struggle with a hormone problem in our lifetime, significant enough to cause disruption in our life quality,…