Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is an extremely prevalent condition in our society as evidenced by the constant television commercials bombarding us with ads for drugs that are supposed to solve all our heartburn problems and lead us to a better life. It has…
The Neuroendocrine System of the Gut and the Brain-Gut Axis (Gut-Brain Axis)
The neuroendocrine system (NES) of the gut consists of two parts: the gut endocrine cells, which are located in the gut mucosa, and the peptidergic, serotonergic and nitric oxide-containing nerves of the enteric nervous system (ENS) in the gut wall.
The Gut and Connections to Other Organs
Recent research has discovered some fascinating connections between the gut and several other organs of the body. In this segment, we review some of these connections between the gut and the liver, immune system, brain and thyroid…
Functions of the Gastrointestinal System
“Every living organism has to have two fundamental abilities: to bring in substances which provide energy and sustenance and to remove waste from the organism. We are exposed to innumerable substances in our environment simply by breathing, eating, drinking, working and…”
Nutritional Management of Chemical Sensitivity and its Role in Autoimmunity
What role does chemical sensitivity play in the development of autoimmunity? How do we evaluate for loss of chemical tolerance? What are other factors besides chemical exposure that impact chemical sensitivity? How do we manage loss of chemical tolerance?
When Does Chemical Exposure Become a Problem?
What is your chemical load? How do we defend ourselves against these constant threats? Why does ability to handle toxins vary from person to person? When does chemical exposure become a problem? What is “toxicant-induced loss of tolerance”? What are the consequences…
Autoimmune Summit Highlights
Wow! I hope all of you got a chance to listen to some of the speakers from this online event which took place Nov. 10-18. Dr. Amy Myers did an excellent job in gathering some of the leading experts, including researchers and clinicians from the fields of immunology, neurology,…
Reversal of Cognitive Decline: A Validated Functional Medicine Approach
A landmark study was published last month showing the therapeutic value of a functional medicine approach to memory loss and cognitive decline related to neurodegenerative disease, such as Alzheimer’s disease (AD) on a small group of aging patients. This is the first…
12 Common Endocrine Disruptors and Other Environmental Chemicals
What are “endocrine disruptors”? What are “xenoestrogens”? In this segment, we examine the 12 most common endocrine disruptors according to the Environmental Working Group and 4 other common environmental chemicals we come in contact with daily and review…