If you want to do a deeper dive into assessing your nutrient status, then I would highly recommend considering doing a nutrient test that looks at both serum and cellular levels. What do I mean by that? Serum is what’s floating around in the blood now, so it’s very of the moment. In other words,…
Have you been thinking about starting a GLP-1 medication? If so, you will want to understand what your goals are first. Why do you want to go on it? Is a GLP-1 is right for you? Thinking about the reasons why you want to consider going on a GLP-1 are important. Ideally, there should be…
As a wellness minded physician, I am always looking for non-invasive, research-backed tools to help my patients optimize their cellular health. Today, I want to discuss a versatile technology I’ve integrated into my own routine: the RedVive Halo Cap. This wearable device is more than just a convenience; it is a targeted way to deliver…
We’re excited to share this collaborative article with the team at Arizona Center for Neurofeedback on how functional medicine and neurofeedback work together to support both brain and body health. When you optimize the body’s biology and retrain the brain’s patterns, the results can be powerful. Read the full blog below. Body and brain are…
If you’ve been struggling to get your blood sugar under control, or if you’re simply curious about how your lifestyle impacts your metabolic health, you might want to consider a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM). While traditional glucose finger-prick tests provide a single “snapshot” in time, a CGM offers a full-length movie of what your blood…
When it comes to choosing a plan to “reset” your health, the most important things to consider are sustainability and real-life practicality. While there’s no shortage of cleanses, detoxes, and extreme resets out there, not all of them set you up for long-term success. The Problem With Extreme Cleanses Juice cleanses and radical detox programs…
When we talk about wellness programs at Arizona Wellness Medicine, we’re not talking about quick fixes or surface-level solutions. True wellness is built on a strong foundation—and that foundation starts with the basics that support your body every single day. First and foremost, we look at the core pillars of health: nutrition, sleep, exercise and…
Our muscles do so much for us—from carrying a suitcase through the airport to lifting a gallon of milk at the store. Without strong muscles, these seemingly simple everyday tasks would be incredibly difficult or even impossible. As we age, maintaining adequate muscle mass becomes imperative to stay independent, mobile, and functional in our daily…
The lymphatic system is an often overlooked and undervalued part of the body. Known since ancient times before the human body was completely understood, it plays an important role in our health and in maintaining homeostasis. But what does the lymphatic system really do? And how can we optimize it for even greater health? Let’s…
When it comes to improving sleep quality, one of the most overlooked tools is actually something we all have access to: light. Exposure to natural light during the day plays a huge role in regulating your body’s internal clock, also known as your circadian rhythm. Getting outside first thing in the morning is a great…
