The Ultimate Guide To Functional Medicine Certifications

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Trying to understand the landscape of functional medicine certifications is very confusing. It becomes increasingly complicated if you are not a doctor, trying to navigate what you can practice, and what you can call yourself as your professional title.  This article will hopefully cover all common questions that come up in the process of deciding […]

Understanding Hashimoto’s Disease: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options

Hashimoto's disease is an autoimmune condition

The autoimmune condition known as Hashimoto’s disease, which also goes by the name chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis, is a condition in which the thyroid gland is affected. In the United States, it is the factor responsible for the majority of cases of hypothyroidism, also known as an under-active thyroid. Patients will have a better understanding of […]

Understanding Graves’ Disease: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options

Graves disease is an autoimmune condition

Graves’ disease is a form of autoimmune disorder that leads to an excessive amount of hormone production by the thyroid gland. This condition affects approximately 1% to 2% of the total population and strikes females more frequently than males. It is imperative that you seek medical assistance if you are experiencing any of the symptoms […]

Cushing’s Syndrome: Understanding the Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Cushing's Syndrome - endocrine disease

The endocrine condition known as Cushing’s Syndrome is extremely uncommon and is defined by abnormally high amounts of the hormone cortisol in the body. Cortisol is a hormone that is ordinarily produced by the adrenal glands in reaction to stress. However, in those who have Cushing’s Disease, the levels of cortisol stay high even when […]

47% of Women Have a Hormone Imbalance. Here’s How I Tackled Mine. 

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By: Lauren Rosenblume: Nutritionist & Integrative Health Coach  I know what you’re thinking… How can this be true? How can nearly half of women have a hormone imbalance? More importantly, do I have one? When I first read that stat, I started asking around and realized almost every woman in my life was navigating health issues. We […]

What It’s Like Working With Wisdom

Addison's disease is an autoimmune condition

Are you suffering from ongoing health issues? Maybe it’s a digestive problem, skin breakouts, chronic pain, or fatigue. Or maybe you’re not entirely sure what’s wrong, but can feel deep down that something in your body is off. You’re not alone, an estimated 133 million Americans – nearly half the population – have some form […]