Persistent or “mystery” fatigue is one of the top conditions I treat in my functional medicine practice. It’s real, it’s extremely common, and sadly it’s very misunderstood in both conventional and alternative medical disciplines. Fatigue is also one of the most challenging conditions to unravel because there are so many contributing factors. Sure, this is […]
11 Hidden Causes of Thinning Hair in Women (and what to do about it)
If you’re a person who has experienced or is experiencing unexplained hair loss, you know how devastating it can feel. And the truth is that up to 40% of women experience hair thinning by the age of 40, but as a society, we don’t talk about it a lot. Although it’s normal to lose up […]
How to Prepare for a Healthy Pregnancy
How to Prepare for a Healthy Pregnancy As an integrative functional medicine doctor, and mother of three, I take great joy in helping women nourish and prepare their bodies for pregnancy. After all, you’re planning to grow a human being—which means your body, mind, and spirit need to be in the best shape possible. But, […]
WAYS TO SUPPORT YOUR HEALTH DURING THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC
Written by: Alejandra Carrasco M.D. and Christine Maren D.O. We are facing a challenging and uncertain time. COVID-19 has thrown us for a loop, and you may be feeling vulnerable and overwhelmed. If you are in fear, you aren’t alone. But we want to encourage you to fight fear with facts, and find strength in […]
The Top 5 Hormone Balancing Superfoods
It’s a rare person these days who doesn’t experience symptoms of hormonal imbalance. From mood swings to fatigue, skin issues to insomnia, the plight of hormones run wild seems nearly inescapable…especially for women. But, how can you tell if you’re suffering from a true hormonal imbalance versus a normal monthly flux? For women, monthly hormonal […]
Just Can’t Get Better? Try These Lesser-Known Immune Boosters
Cold and flu season is upon us again. Colds, flu, viruses, upper respiratory conditions…I’ve heard it all, seen it all at the clinic, and experienced some of it at home too. As an integrative functional medicine doctor, I always recommend the natural route first when my patients or family come down with an illness. After […]
