Transforming lives from within™
Articles from our physicians on regenerative medicine, hormone health, integrative cancer care, and complex chronic illness.
Feb 1, 2024 · 2 min read
How does the Gut-Heart Connection Work? The human gastrointestinal tract hosts over a hundred trillion bacteria, forming your ‘biome,’ the foundation of a healthy gut. This diverse microbial environment aids in food digestion, safeguards against infections and parasites, and metabolizes drugs. An unbalanced biome may adversely affect various aspects of health, including heart health. Research…
Dec 27, 2023 · 2 min read
In the relentless pursuit of optimal health, understanding the dynamic relationship between our nervous system, immunity, and chronic illness management takes center stage. The last decade has witnessed a surge in awareness regarding the intricate interplay between our mental and physical well-being, with a spotlight on the pivotal role of the nervous system. Delving into…
Oct 9, 2023 · 2 min read
What are Parasites? Parasites, like various worms, tiny organisms, and spiral-shaped microbes, have become a focus of scientific study due to their ability to cause pain in their hosts using different methods. These parasites can harm tissues, release harmful substances, or trigger an immune response, leading to swelling and pain. For instance, the parasite Schistosoma,…
Sep 20, 2023 · 3 min read
In our fast-paced, modern world, it’s all too easy to forget the importance of something as fundamental as our breath. But what if I told you that your breath holds the key to unlocking a deeper connection with yourself, reducing stress, and enhancing overall well-being? In the text below I explain the transformative potential of…
Jun 6, 2022 · 1 min read
Summer is fast approaching (at least we hope it is in the soggy PNW). T’is the season to get outside, move the body and do fun physical activities. Fun activities require energy. Here is a delicious, super easy to make power balls recipe to provide a quick energy refuel so to maintain physical and mental…
Jun 6, 2022 · 4 min read
Mental health concerns can manifest as a result of chronic and acute infections. One of the most commonly missed causes of mental health symptoms is lyme disease. What is Lyme Disease? Lyme borreliosis (LB) is an infectious disease caused by the bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi and other Borrelia species such as Borrelia garinii and Borrelia afzelii.…
May 2, 2022 · 2 min read
Spring has sprung and with it, seasonal allergies. What else has sprung, nettles! Stinging nettles (Urtica dioica) grow aplenty in the PNW and you may know them from the “sting” they produce when you brush up against them (fun fact, the antidote is inside the plant). Though nettles can cause a histamine reaction with their…
Apr 7, 2022 · 3 min read
. There has been a lot of talk about stem cells lately and their effect on regenerative or anti-aging health. These cells are undifferentiated and can divide and differentiate into other specialized cells that will replace damaged or dying cells (See link to the blog to stem cells). As we get older, parts of…
Jul 20, 2021 · 5 min read
At Holistique, many of our patients with chronic illnesses have experienced at least one head injury/concussion in their lives. Some of our patients come specifically for unresolved concussion symptoms after experiencing a traumatic brain injury. Proper immediate evaluation and treatment for a head injury is essential to preventing persistent debilitating symptoms. The long-term effects of…
Jun 18, 2021 · 1 min read
Approximately 52% of men between the ages of 40 and 70 suffer from erectile dysfunction (ED). ED is a circulatory problem complicated further by diabetes and heart disease as well as hormonal imbalance. The rippling effects of ED can be devastating for marriages, relationships, and families, often creating a lack of confidence at the workplace…
May 20, 2021 · 1 min read
The best approach to Lyme disease is to prevent the disease in the first place If you’ve been following along with this series of blogs, you might be feeling weary about this particular bacterial infection and your potential risk. We do not want to scare you with this information, but knowledge is power. As with…
May 20, 2021 · 1 min read
Diagnosis of Lyme disease is complicated because symptoms can be vague and take months or years to develop Particular difficulty arises when there is no bull’s eye rash, which is the case in about 50-70% of cases and presenting symptoms are vague and/or take months or even years after the exposure to develop. These can…
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