Healthy Aging Articles

Gut Bacteria – The Secret to Outstanding Health
Why are gut bacteria so important for good health? At least 80% of your immune system is in your gut. Your gut is a portal of entry for bacteria, viruses, parasites, fungus, and contaminants. It can either be a breeding ground for all of these or you can keep it healt... Read More
12 Foods That Improve Memory and Benefit Anti-Aging
As we grow older, inevitably our minds change. Synapses don’t fire like they once did and you may find that you’re unable to recall information as sharply as you used to. Some are tempted to turn to some miracle pill or supplement to help keep their minds sharp. H... Read More
How to Choose a Functional Medicine Doctor
Functional medicine is a unique form of medicine where doctor and patient form a partnership to get to the root cause of what is ailing you. A functional medicine doctor will take more time to look at you holistically and help you choose natural means through diet, li... Read More
Executive Health Exams - What is Genetic Panel Testing?
Executive health exams, done by a functional medicine doctor, offer patients more than the typical yearly physical done by a general physician. They provide a deeper and more comprehensive insight into health and wellness. Executive health exams can help patients und... Read More
wellness supplements
Oftentimes patients come to me and discuss past situations that could have been handled quickly and effectively with natural supplements. However, in most situations, you have to have the supplements on hand so you can deal with common issues as soon as they arise. I ... Read More
Meditation and Stress - How to Help Manage Stress Naturally
These days, we’re often burdened with having too many things to do with too little time to complete it all. Stress is a common component in daily life for many, but not everyone knows how to properly manage it. Left to fester, stress can lead to some serious health ... Read More
Stress Reduction Techniques for Calming
Life, in general, has become so complicated. If you don’t have some go-to stress reduction techniques at your fingertips, your cortisol and adrenaline can become elevated and cause some serious health issues. Stressors can be anything your mind or body perceives as ... Read More
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Spring is a time of renewal and regrowth. We come out of the long hibernation of winter eager to start fresh and get active. Many of us are also trying to escape the residual guilt of a few too many indulgences over the holidays. While you’re giving your home a thor... Read More
The Dangers of Sleep Deprivation | Dr. Lorraine Maita
Train crashes, truckers falling asleep at the wheel, distracted drivers running off the road or into people, cars and rails are often some of the dangers of sleep deprivation. These are some of the most deadly and perhaps most obvious dangers of sleep deprivation that... Read More