Mitochondria are tiny organelles inside every cell of your body. They are well known as the “powerhouse of the cell” because they produce energy. However, mitochondria play many other roles in the health of the cell and overall health. Yet,...
Many factors determine how quickly a vitamin B12 supplement will work. However, you can optimize the effectiveness of your vitamin B12 supplementation for fast, effective results by understanding some key factors such as digestion, deficiency, and different types of supplements....
Have you been feeling tired and lacking energy lately? Do you find yourself reaching for another cup of coffee or sugary snacks for a quick energy boost or to make it through the day? From a functional medicine perspective, we...
Out of all the reasons for bruising, iron deficiency is a common one. If you notice easy bruising and have low iron levels, improving iron stores may help prevent future skin bruising and other symptoms of iron deficiency. Today’s article...
The health of the skin is a reflection of our internal health. Just as antioxidants protect organs and tissues inside us, they are critical for the skin. Antioxidants could be even more important for skin health given all the skin...
Vitamin C is well-known for its immune-boosting benefits. You likely have vitamin C supplements in your medicine cabinet, and maybe even take them regularly during cold and flu season. As you’ll discover in today’s article, having vitamin C on hand...
Melatonin is a popular sleep supplement, but its use raises the question: how long does melatonin last? The answers to this question vary, but since it may be short-acting in some cases, learn how to optimize your melatonin levels in...
Methylation is an important topic in functional medicine and increasingly in conventional medicine as well. Those who’ve experienced frequent miscarriages, cardiovascular disease or chronic fatigue may have had homocysteine levels or their MTHFR gene tested. They may have been told...
Every cell in your body depends on vitamin B12 for energy production, DNA expression and communication. Vitamin B12 is essential for healthy red blood cells that deliver oxygen throughout the body. Yet, many of us may be deficient in this...
