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Why Am I So Tired All the Time? A Functional Medicine Approach to Fatigue
Quick Summary If you've been asking yourself, "Why am I so tired all the time?" you're not alone. Fatigue is one of the most common reasons women seek functional medicine care. Instead of masking symptoms, functional medicine looks for underlying contributors such as poor sleep, hormone changes, thyroid dysfunction, blood sugar imbalances, chronic stress, nutrient deficiencies, inflammation, and gut health. According to the Cleveland Clinic, fatigue is a symptom—not a disease
Tim St. Onge
Aug 103 min read
Labs Are Normal but You Still Feel Sick... What Functional Medicine Looks For
Quick Summary The World Health Organization has long recognized that health is more than simply the absence of disease. It defines health as "a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity." That perspective aligns closely with the functional medicine approach of understanding the whole person—not just diagnosing disease. That can mean digging deeper than just a quick glance at a limited set of labs offered on yo
Tim St. Onge
Jul 277 min read
Do I Really Need an MRI for Lower Back Pain?
Quick Summary Many People Wonder... "Do I need an MRI for my back painn?" Truthfully, Most people with lower back pain do not need an MRI right away. Research shows that disc bulges, degeneration, and other spinal changes are common even in people who have no back pain. Medical guidelines generally recommend starting with a thorough history, physical examination, and appropriate conservative care when there are no warning signs of a serious condition. However, an MRI can
Could Your Thyroid Be Causing Your Fatigue and Weight Gain?
Quick Summary Yes, an underactive thyroid can cause fatigue and weight gain. When the thyroid doesn't produce enough hormones, your metabolism can slow down, leaving you tired, cold, constipated, or struggling with changes in your weight. But thyroid disease isn't the only possible explanation. Here's what you should know: Hypothyroidism can cause fatigue, brain fog, dry skin, constipation, and modest weight gain. Hashimoto's disease, an autoimmune condition, is the most comm
Text Neck: Is Technology Really Destroying Your Spine?
Article about technology and phone use and it's impact on the health of your neck and spine.
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