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Preventing Pill Induced Esophagitis
Supplement and medication use is common. Most of the time, the pills we swallow make it to the stomach uneventfully. Sometimes, however, there can be a problem. Pill-induced esophagitis is a surprisingly common problem that occurs when caustic medications or...
Do You Really Have IBS, Or Could It Be Something Else?
Irritable Bowel Syndrome or “IBS” is an increasingly common condition. The integrative and functional medicine approach, which seeks to identify and address the root causes of diseases, is very well suited to dealing with IBS and IBS-like symptoms. This post covers my...
EU’s Mercury Amalgam Ban: Why It’s a Big Deal
The European Union's recent decision to ban mercury dental amalgams is an important step towards prioritizing health in dental practices. This landmark ban takes effect on January 1, 2025, and is an important step towards safeguarding European patients from health...
Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring
Of all the preventive testing my patients have been doing lately with their PCPs, the Coronary Artery Calcium Score (CAC) seems to be creating the most confusion. This post is a summary of what I think is important for you to know about coronary artery calcium...
5 Ways Dietary Supplements Could Harm
There is no question that dietary supplements can provide important nutrients and strongly support wellness when used properly. Many people assume that supplements are completely safe because they are “natural.” It is important to understand that dietary supplements...
Statin Side Effects
Why healthy people should avoid statins If you are a healthy person who was told to take cholesterol lowering medication based solely on your lab results, I’m writing this for you. As an Internal Medicine doctor practicing Integrative and Functional Medicine, I often...