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Supplemental Recommendations for Individuals with PCOS
Both nutritional and supplemental interventions can have a significant impact on the symptoms associated with PCOS. Women with PCOS are commonly deficient in vitamins and minerals. 1 2 Gathering and assessing blood work as well as discussing specific symptoms with...

The Surprising Controversy of Blastocystis
Written by Jonah Udall; Select sections of article researched, written by, and reviewed by Dr. Bojana Jankovic Weatherly. If you’re like most people, the mention of parasites probably gives you the ick. You may think of severe gut infections from contaminated water,...

How to Create a Plan for Reducing Cholesterol and Cardiovascular Risk
Cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of mortality globally. Heart disease is responsible for a third of all deaths in the world. In this article we discuss how to reduce the cardiovascular risk by reducing cholesterol levels. What type of nutritional...

Healing Habits During Difficult Times
We all go through tough times. Whether it’s a breakup, stress at work, health issues, or the loss of a loved one, stress is part of life. Recognizing our stressors and providing ourselves with the time and space to implement coping strategies is one of the...

What Is Lp(a) and Why Is It Important?
Lipoprotein “little a”, or Lp(a), is a genetically inherited independent cardiovascular disease risk factor. It is composed of an LDL-like particle in which apolipoprotein B100 (ApoB) is linked to Apolipoprotein A (ApoA). Elevated Lp(a) increases the risk of a heart...

Daytime and Nighttime Routine for Sleep
Sleep is the foundation of health. We all know that without a good night’s sleep, we don’t function well the next day. Without consistent high-quality sleep, our health can be greatly compromised. Sleep plays an important role in our lives by: Reducing...

Nutritional Interventions for PCOS
Written by Lindley Wells; Select sections of article written by and article reviewed by Dr. Bojana Jankovic Weatherly. Upon receiving a PCOS diagnosis there are many different approaches that can be taken to manage the condition. However, in order to best address your...

Cholesterol: Why Is It Important and How to Interpret Your Lipid Panel
What is cholesterol and why is it important? Cholesterol is a molecule in the body that is required for multiple bodily functions. Cholesterol serves as a building block of cell membranes, is essential for normal brain development and function, and is needed for...

PCOS: What Symptoms and Signs You Should Look For, and How To Diagnose
Written by Lindley Wells; Select sections of article written by and article reviewed by Dr. Bojana Jankovic Weatherly. Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition among women, affecting 6-12% (about 5 million women)[i] of women of reproductive age. PCOS...