The Ever-Evolving Microbiome: Part Two
Crafting a personalized probiotic protocol that changes across the lifespan, to meet your patients’ needs at every age and stage of life.
Lisa Turner
Surviving Seasonal Allergies
As spring approaches, tree pollen counts soar–and so does the influx of patients with congestion, itching, sneezing and watery, irritated eyes. Inflammation plays a prominent role in the development and progression of those aggravating symptoms, and research suggests herbs, supplements and nutrients can modulate inflammation, stabilize mast cells, reduce histamineRead
Beyond Good and Bad: Shifting the Perspective on Cholesterol
Since 1950, heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the United States. And after decades of research, billions of dollars spent on studies related to prevention and treatment, and a clear understanding of risk factors, one person still dies every 33 seconds from cardiovascular disease. We knowRead
The Ever-Evolving Microbiome—Ages and Stages
Research highlights specific patterns and transition points at various ages and stages of life, as well as significant impacts those changes have on long-term wellness—so a personalized gut-health protocol that considers evolving needs is crucial. Five primary ages and stages, with physiological, environmental and other factors that influence microbiome balance.
The New Wave of Weight Loss
Blending pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals and integrative approaches for safe, sustainable weight loss that works. Of all the challenges encountered by practitioners, helping patients achieve and maintain weight loss continues to be one of the most frustrating, futile issues. Now, a new generation of prescription drugs offer hope, but not without significantRead
Treating Long COVID: What We Know So Far
Current findings shed light on its pathogenesis and progression—and offer promising protocols to improve patients’ lives. As the initial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic subsides, health care practitioners are facing its weighty aftermath—long COVID, and its plethora of respiratory, neurologic, cardiovascular and other symptoms that can linger for weeks, monthsRead
The Vagus Nerve: New Understandings, Emerging Research and Implications for Overall Wellness.
In recent years, the vagus nerve has become a topic of great interest, especially as it relates to stress, anxiety, depression, mood and sleep. Social media and popular blogs propose a slew of hacks and home remedies aimed at toning the vagus nerve. And with such product offerings as essentialRead
Before the bugs hit: protect your patients with science-backed supplements shown to enhance immunity.
Given the continuing uncertainty about COVID-19 variants and this season’s suspected infection rates, we’re all bracing for winter. Meanwhile, the usual suspects—flu, RSV, the common cold—are lining up as winter looms. Before the bugs hit, shore up your patients’ immune-boosting protocols, with a comprehensive combination of botanicals, vitamins and otherRead
Beyond a Backup Plan: Why a multi may be more important than you think.
Recommending a daily multivitamin and mineral supplement may be part of your standard practice, as an insurance policy to fill in nutritional gaps. But a multi might be more than a backup plan: a skillfully designed formula that includes a comprehensive array of supportive antioxidants can offer an added layerRead
Genetics, Genomics and Personalized Medicine: using recent advances in genetic testing to personalize treatment protocols.
Of the many advances in modern medicine, few are as exciting and promising as those in the field of genetics and genomics. Emerging technology and understanding of genetic influences have the potential to transform health care, allowing for more precise diagnoses, earlier intervention and dramatically improved outcomes for patients. Genetics andRead
