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A Functional Medicine Perspective on GLP-1 Agonists: Not a Panacea

A Functional Medicine Perspective on GLP-1 Agonists: Not a Panacea

GLP-1 receptor agonists have been hailed as groundbreaking in the treatment of obesity and type 2 diabetes 🩺, but as a functional medicine provider, I see them as tools rather than a cure-all. While these medications have their place, they are far from the magic...
🔥 How Inflammation and Toxins Can Increase the Risk of Cancer 🔥

🔥 How Inflammation and Toxins Can Increase the Risk of Cancer 🔥

🛡️ What is Inflammation? Inflammation is your body’s way of protecting itself from harm. If you get a cut or an infection, your immune system sends special cells to help heal the area. This kind of short-term inflammation is a good thing. ✅ But sometimes, inflammation...

How to Trick Yourself Into Exercising (And Actually Enjoy It) with Conqueror.com 🏆

If you’re like most of us, you’ve tried (and failed) to get into a consistent exercise routine at least a dozen times. Maybe you bought that fancy smartwatch, promised yourself you’d hit 10,000 steps a day, and even signed up for a gym membership (which is now just a...
Does dry-brushing the skin help with Detox?

Does dry-brushing the skin help with Detox?

Ever wanted to feel like a majestic exfoliated dolphin? 🐬 Dry brushing might be your new best friend! While science hasn’t given it a full gold star ⭐ yet, many people swear by its benefits. Let’s break it down! Why Try Dry Brushing? 🤔 ✔ Bye-Bye, Dead Skin! 🛑✨ – Dry...
The Truth About Taurine: What It Does, What It Doesn’t, and Whether You Should Worry

The Truth About Taurine: What It Does, What It Doesn’t, and Whether You Should Worry

Ever cracked open an energy drink and noticed “taurine” on the label? Maybe you wondered, What is that? Is it going to turn me into a raging bull, or am I about to unlock superhuman energy? Don’t worry—you won’t grow horns, and taurine is actually a pretty fascinating...
Chewing Gum or Chewing Plastic? 🤔   The Disturbing Reality of a Common Habit

Chewing Gum or Chewing Plastic? 🤔 The Disturbing Reality of a Common Habit

Do you chew gum a lot? If so, I’ve got some news that might make you spit it out (literally). You could be chomping on plastic—yep, the same stuff used in shopping bags and water bottles. 😬 As a functional medicine provider, I spend a lot of time digging into the...