Should I get a GI-Map Test Done? If you clicked on this article, there's a pretty good chance that you’re dealing with gut related health issues and are looking for answers. Maybe you’re constantly bloated, maybe you have IBS, maybe you’ve suddenly had a bad case of adult acne pop up and you don’t know why.... More
Is There a Difference Between the GI Map & Viome Stool Testing?If you have chronic digestive problems, then you’ve probably heard about at-home DNA stool tests like the GI Map and Viome. But which one is best for you? That questions isn't the easiest to answer. They’re the two most popular stool tests on the... More
Here's a powerful case study on reversing extreme IBS/IBD. This will give you an idea of what a holistic approach looks like.Whether you’re dealing with IBS, IBD, crohn’s, ulcerative colitis or celiac, there is hope for remission and control of your chronic GI problems.I'll never forget, several years ago a middle aged man came to... More
The following is my summary of a recent study that speaks to the importance of maintaining a healthy gut microbiome for protection from viruses that contribute to neurodegenerative diseases. The research also supported convincing evidence of the detrimental effects that antibiotics have on the gut microbiome.Cliff notes:A recent study from the University of Utah School... More
There’s no cure for Epstein-Barr Virus. This is a true statement in regards to EBV (mono, aka herpesvirus 4).However, there’s a lot you can do to actually thrive again after an initial bout with mono.Here’s what I’ve learned since having mono in 10th grade.Chronic underlying infections, like EBV, rob our health and are a mystery... More
If you want youthful, clear, glowing skin, you must not overlook gut health. A recent study showed that SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth), a condition where the wrong bacteria overgrows in the small intestine, is ten times more likely in people with acne than in healthy control groups. The best part is, correction of SIBO... More
Who doesn’t want better, more sustainable energy throughout the day? Most of us are worn out, exhausted and drinking too much caffeine just to try to keep our heads above water. Here’s the thing- every single client I work with naturally improves their energy level; some just a little better, but most improve dramatically.How can... More
Here's an all-too-common scenario.A middle aged woman:- can't lose weight no matter what she does- only has 2-3 bowel movements each week- drags herself out of bed each morning- struggles to stay awake in the evening- feels depressed, although not diagnosedThe crazy part is, her doctor keeps telling her that her labs "look good." He... More
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland that sits low on the front of your neck. The thyroid has two side lobes, connected by a bridge (isthmus) in the middle and secretes several hormones, collectively called thyroid hormones. Your thyroid commands control of every cell in your body. It helps regulate a vast number of things... More
What are the most common signs and symptoms of gut dysbiosis? The following gut dysbiosis symptoms are the ones I most regularly see clinically. How many of these 12 do you regularly experience? If you experience even one of these problems below, you may benefit from a free consult with me to learn more about... More