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Functional/Integrative Medicine

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What Is Narrative Medicine?

Narrative medicine aims to integrate a patient's story into their medical care. Here's what to know.
By Caroline Sylge
Functional/Integrative MedicineGeneral Health
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Talks — S12, EP39 / Prevent vs. React: Why Taking a Proactive Approach to Your Health Matters With Rahul Iyengar, MD

Learn how preventive medicine shifts us away from a reactive “sick care” system and toward proactive, relationship-based care.

With Rahul Iyengar, MD
Functional/Integrative Medicine
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Why Telling Your Health Story Can Be Healing

When we’re facing illness or injury, the stories we tell ourselves matter.
By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC
Attitude/MindsetFunctional/Integrative Medicine
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Could an Underlying Infection Be Causing Your Fatigue?

Always tired? Here’s what to do if a stealth infection is the reason why.
By Mo Perry
Functional/Integrative MedicineGeneral Health
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Could Burnout, Grief, or Depression Be Causing Your Fatigue?

Always tired? The cause might be emotional, not physical — here's what to do.
By Mo Perry
Functional/Integrative Medicine
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Could a Dysregulated Nervous System Be Causing Your Fatigue?

Always tired? Here's how to tell if your nervous system is stuck in overdrive — and what you can do about it.
By Mo Perry
Functional/Integrative Medicine
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Could Blood-Sugar Fluctuations Be Causing Your Fatigue?

Always tired? Here’s what to do if blood-sugar issues are the reason why.
By Mo Perry
Functional/Integrative MedicineHormones
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Could a Thyroid Problem Be Causing Your Fatigue?

Always tired? Here’s what to do if thyroid dysregulation is contributing to your exhaustion.
By Mo Perry
Functional/Integrative MedicineHormones
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A New Age of At-Home Mitochondrial Testing

Mitochondrial health is gaining attention as a marker of metabolic wellness. Here’s what to know about the new at-home mitochondrial tests.
By Michael Dregni
Functional/Integrative Medicine
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Could Nutrient Deficiencies Be Causing Your Fatigue?

Always tired? Here’s what to do if a nutrient deficiency is contributing to your exhaustion.
By Mo Perry
Functional/Integrative Medicine
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Healthy Habits, No Results? Here’s What You Might Be Missing

When healthy behaviors aren’t delivering results, comprehensive bloodwork and personalized medical guidance can uncover the missing pieces for better outcomes.
By Emily Ewen
Functional/Integrative MedicineHormones
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8 Ways to Support Your Gut Microbiome

Optimize your gut health with these tips.
By Mo Perry
Functional/Integrative MedicineGut Health
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The Surprising Link Between Your Gut Microbiome and Hormonal Health

Learn how gut health influences hormonal balance and overall well-being.
By Mo Perry
Functional/Integrative MedicineGut Health

The Surprising Link Between Your Gut Microbiome and Allergy Rates

Research now links declining microbial diversity in early childhood — from C-sections, antibiotics, and sterile environments — to rising allergy rates.
By Mo Perry
AllergiesFunctional/Integrative Medicine
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How Your Gut Microbiome Affects Your Immunity

Discover the role the gut-immune axis plays in protecting your health.
By Mo Perry
Functional/Integrative MedicineGut Health
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The Surprising Link Between Your Gut Microbiome and Respiratory Health

Learn how gut health affects your respiratory wellness.
By Mo Perry
Functional/Integrative MedicineGut Health
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How Your Gut Microbiome Affects Your Cognitive Health

Discover what researchers are learning about the gut-brain connection and brain health.
By Mo Perry
Brain HealthFunctional/Integrative Medicine
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How Your Gut Microbiome Affects Your Mental Health

Discover what researchers are learning about the gut-brain connection and mental well-being.
By Mo Perry
Functional/Integrative MedicineGut Health
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9 Ways the Gut Microbiome Influences Health

Your gut microbiome affects much more than digestion: It has an impact on your cognitive function, immune resilience, hormonal health, and more. Here's why.
By Mo Perry
Functional/Integrative MedicineGut Health
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Normal vs. Optimal Lab Ranges: Why the Difference Matters

Life Time’s chief science officer explains how “normal” and “optimal” blood marker ranges are used to evaluate your health.
By Emily Ewen
Functional/Integrative MedicineHealthy Aging
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The Power of Breathwork

A functional-medicine practitioner shares how breathwork and breathing exercises can ease anxiety, regulate the nervous system, and support emotional health.
By Laine Bergeson
Functional/Integrative Medicine
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