Back to School: The Parents’ Edition
Authored by Dr. Aidanne Back-to-school season is here! Are you feeling the emotions? This time of year is often loaded with mixed feelings, and can be a challenging transition for parents to navigate. While some may be excited to reestablish routine or slow down after the bustle of the summer, many find this time of […]
Amenorrhea
Authored By Dr. Aidanne For many people, their period is a monthly expectation. It comes, it goes, and is often taken for granted. When it goes missing for months in a row while off birth control, this creates not only physical concerns but emotional turmoil, particularly when fertility goals feel suddenly uncertain. What Is Amenorrhea? […]
Finding Solutions for Acne
Authored by Dr. Aidanne What is Acne? Acne refers to the inflammation and irritation of the hair follicle that results in trapped oils (also known as “sebum”), skin cells, and various bacteria known as C. acnes that populate the skin surface. When trapped, this mix of materials can produce what we know as pimples that […]
Immune Resilience Strategies For A Healthy Winter
Authored by Dr. Barrett and Dr. Aidanne Cold and flu season are here, so let’s work to keep your immune system in tip-top shape to lower the risk of falling ill this winter. How the immune system functions is influenced by many internal and environmental factors. Staying active, practicing proper hand hygiene, using humidifiers, making […]
Navigating the New School Year: Immune Support & Healthy Habits for Fall
Authored by Dr. Aidanne Supporting Your Immune System As we step into fall, our immune systems need a little extra help to fend off common seasonal illnesses (ie. Cold, flu, etc.), seasonal allergies, and the stress of a new school year. Below are some essential nutrients and practices to support your immune system. Vitamin D […]
Gastritis: Healing The Stomach
Authored by Dr. Aidanne What is Gastritis? Words that end in the Greek derived suffix “itis” indicate a condition that involves significant inflammation. Gastritis is specifically referring to inflammation of the stomach lining. Exposure to chronic irritation over time can cause damaging changes to the gastric tissue, which can eventually lead some to experience ulceration. […]
Constipation Root Causes and Solutions
Authored by Dr. Aidanne Constipation is one of the most common concerns I see. It can impact people at any age. Passing a regular, well formed bowel movement is not only important for our digestive tract, but also our mental and hormonal health. Am I constipated? A diagnosis of constipation can be made if you […]
Topics in Men’s Health
Authored by Dr. Aidanne Did you know that: Men on average live 5.9 years less than women (1) Nearly 51% of men over the age of 20 have hypertension (2) The top 6-leading causes of death in males of all origins include heart disease, cancer, unintentional injuries, chronic respiratory conditions, stroke and diabetes (3) 40% of men over the […]
Understanding Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Authored by Dr. Aidanne IBS is considered a “diagnosis of exclusion” which means that it is typically given once the more serious conditions that affect the structure or function of the GI tract are ruled out (ie. IBD, celiac, endometriosis, or hypothyroidism). What is normal? In order to understand potential IBS triggers, knowledge of normal […]
Advanced Cardiac Testing For Early Detection
Authored by Dr. Aidanne As cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are the most prolific ailments in our country, I work with a lot of people living with CVC risk factors including hypertension, elevated cholesterol, atherosclerosis, diabetes, or a combination of these concerns.(1) Where unmodifiable risk factors such as age and genetics can increase one’s risk of CVD, […]