As healthcare professionals and business leaders in the functional medicine industry, we understand the importance of learning from one another and embracing the concept of continuous learning. At Doctors Supplement Store, we are firm believers in the power of networking, professional development, and keeping up to date on industry researchRead
Seven science-backed interventions to tame inflammation, lower cholesterol, minimize cardiometabolic risk factors and support your patients’ heart health Of all the disease and conditions practitioners face, cardiovascular health is one of the most complex and nuanced, influenced by factors ranging from gut health to genetics, an effective protocol requiresRead
Introduction Mushrooms are fungi and those which possess medicinal properties have a unique and powerful role in natural medicine. Some species of mushrooms have been used as medicine for thousands of years. There is a natural synergy between fungi and herbs that can be exploited to make significant impacts onRead
A research review published in the journal Nutrients shows that multiple different preparations of ginseng show promise in speeding up exercise recovery and reducing muscle fatigue.
As a part of the Ayurvedic herbal tradition, Ashwagandha has been used as an adaptogenic botanical medicine for hundreds of years. In botanical medicine traditions from around the world, certain herbs are in a category of functional use called “adaptogenic”, meaning that the herb has the reputation of helping the body to resist damage from physical and mental stressors.
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a shrub native to India, Africa, and the Middle East. It has been used for at least 3,000 years in the Indian Ayurvedic system of healing as a rejuvenating tonic to improve both mental and physical health. It’s thought to be an adaptogen, a substance thatRead
In this episode, we talk with Jacob Teitelbaum, MD about long covid and a treatment protocol he is using to improve the quality of life for patients dealing with the major disruptions due to long covid. Dr T is well known for his work helping patients with chronic fatigue syndrome.
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
Providing patients with a curated selection of supplements can increase regimen compliance and introduce a new revenue stream to your practice. However, handling inventory is easily the most time-consuming, frustrating, and expensive aspect of providing this amenity. Here are a few best practices that can help you avoid common challengesRead
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
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