Top Supplement Recommendations for DiabetesThe most common form of diabetes, Type 2, means that your body doesn’t utilize insulin correctly. While some can manage their blood sugar levels with proper nutrition and physical activity, some may need more support than others. One of the most …
Thyroid Diagnosis – What Traditional Medicine Leaves OutThyroid disease is very common, with an estimated 20 million people in the United States having a thyroid disorder. In addition, women are five to eight times more likely to have a thyroid condition than men. In traditional …
Eating Food To HealI can’t tell you how often I’ve been asking this question… What foods are most beneficial in helping with Thyroid or Diabetes symptoms. And while it’s easy for me to come up with some food and diet recommendations for these individuals, I …
Type 2 Diabetes Have you ever wondered how one is diagnosed with this disease? Or what it means to have Type 2 Diabetes post-diagnosis? Through the years, I’ve worked with thousands of Diabetes patients. With years of experience, I can assure you that Type 2 Diabetes …
Traditional Medicine Vs. Functional Medicine: What You Need to KnowTraditional medicine versus functional medicine – have you ever wondered what the differences are? Through the years, I’ve worked to propel my career and the Integrative Wellness Center of San Diego through the principles of true …
Fact or Myth ❌ Is Diabetes Genetic?Diabetes is a growing epidemic around the globe. Almost 10 percent of American adults have Type 2 Diabetes, and 25 percent have pre-diabetes. Unfortunately, these numbers continue to ascend, with one-third of adults in the United States expected to …
Type 1 Diabetes 101: Underlying CausesIt’s no secret that Diabetes is a disease that I am passionate about in my work. While not as common as Type 2 Diabetes, it’s estimated that 1.6 million Americans live with Type 1 Diabetes, including about 200,000 youth and …
What’s the Difference: Hyperthyroidism & Hypothyroidism?What’s the thyroid do anyway? Your thyroid gland has a significant role to play within the body – so don’t let its small size fool you. A normal thyroid is located below the larynx and is not typically seen or …
TYPE II DIABETESType 2 diabetes is an impairment in how one’s body regulates and handles sugar, also known as glucose, as energy. While this condition can mean too much sugar circulating in the bloodstream, high blood sugar levels can ultimately lead to circulatory, nervous, and …
What is Hypothyroidism?So what’s hypothyroidism, anyways? Your thyroid is an important gland that produces hormones in your body. These hormones regulate your body’s metabolism – from controlling heart, muscle, and digestive function and brain development and bone maintenance. Hypothyroid is a disease that occurs when …