by doctormaya | Aug 27, 2024 | Functional Medicine, Microbiome, Nutrition, Supplements
A low iron saturation combined with low to normal ferritin levels in a blood test can provide important clinical information about a person’s iron status and overall health. Understanding these findings helps healthcare providers diagnose and manage various...
by doctormaya | Dec 10, 2023 | Brain Performance, Fatigue, Functional Medicine, Microbiome, Nutrition, Supplements
In the ever-evolving journey of healthcare, understanding the intricacies of our body’s functions is pivotal. This is where the remarkable world of metabolic testing comes into play, offering a window into your body’s unique needs and functions. Today, I...
by doctormaya | Nov 1, 2023 | Brain Performance, Fatigue, Functional Medicine, Microbiome, Nutrition
It’s well known that it takes time for symptoms of any chronic health conditions to show up. Your body is doing its best to heal, and if, for any reason, it cannot do it naturally, it will let you know by presenting you with symptoms. Look at it as signals your body...
by doctormaya | Aug 22, 2023 | Brain Performance, Fatigue, Functional Medicine, Microbiome, Nutrition
Serotonin, commonly called the ‘feel-good’ neurotransmitter, is primarily associated with mood regulation, happiness, and an overall sense of well-being. But did you know that a significant proportion of your body’s serotonin is produced not in your...
by doctormaya | Aug 14, 2023 | Brain Performance, Fatigue, Functional Medicine, Microbiome, Nutrition
When the ancient philosopher Hippocrates declared that “all disease begins in the gut,” he might have been onto something profound, way ahead of his time. As practitioners and advocates of integrative, functional, and holistic medicine, we recognize the...
by doctormaya | Aug 14, 2023 | Fatigue, Functional Medicine, Microbiome, Nutrition
Hey there, lovely readers! Ever heard the saying, “Trust your gut”? Well, there’s more wisdom in those words than you might think. While it’s often related to intuition, it’s also about our literal gut – yes, the one that processes the...