Adrenal fatigue and thyroid dysfunction are two common conditions that can significantly impact your well-being. Recognizing the signs and symptoms is crucial for seeking appropriate care and support. Here’s what you need to know:

Adrenal Fatigue Symptoms

1. Chronic fatigue – Feeling exhausted even after a full night’s sleep
2. Difficulty sleeping – Trouble falling asleep or waking frequently
3. Stress and anxiety – Heightened feelings of stress, anxiety or overwhelm
4. Brain fog – Difficulty concentrating or remembering things
5. Cravings – Intense cravings for salty or sweet foods
6. Low immunity – Frequent illnesses or slow recovery from infections
7. Weight gain – Especially around the abdomen
8. Digestive issues – Such as bloating or constipation
9. Low Blood Pressure – Feeling lightheaded when standing up quickly

Thyroid Dysfunction Symptoms

1. Fatigue – Persistent tiredness despite adequate rest
2. Weight changes – Unexplained weight gain or difficulty losing weight
3. Temperature sensitivity – Feeling cold or hot when others are comfortable
4. Hair and skin changes – Dry skin, hair loss, or brittle nails
5. Mood changes – Mood swings, irritability, or depression
6. Menstrual changes – Irregular or heavy periods
7. Muscle and joint pain – Aches, pains, or stiffness
8. Digestive issues – Such as constipation
9. Hoarse voice – Unexplained changes in vocal tone

Solutions

If you suspect adrenal fatigue or thyroid issues are impacting your quality of life, consider scheduling a functional medicine consultation. Through advanced diagnostic techniques and biofeedback, we can help you identify the underlying factors contributing to your symptoms and develop a personalized plan for your journey to optimal health.

Mold exposure may be affecting your health without you even realizing it.

Possible signs of mold toxicity include:

• Chronic fatigue and brain fog
• Headaches and migraines
• Seasonal allergies
• Asthma and breathing problems
• Anxiety of trouble sleeping
• Digestive issues

Mold toxicity can appear differently in everyone, and it is often hard to detect. As a result, people with mold toxicity are commonly misdiagnosed with respiratory issues, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, Alzheimer’s disease/dementia, irritable bowel syndrome or IBS, crohn’s and colitis.

Some hidden sources of mold include:

• Mattresses
• Air conditioning units
• Toilets and showers
• Fruit
• Coffee
• Grains
• Corn

If you have a chronic health condition you can’t solve, it may be a good idea to get tested for mold exposure. (Psst! This is something I can test for — and help you detox from — right here in our clinic. Reach out to learn more.)

It doesn’t take much to throw off your hormones, and xenoestrogens can be the tipping point.

Xenoestrogens are endocrine disrupting chemicals that impact your ability to excrete estrogen, increasing your risk of other health problems like:

• Cancer
• Infertility
• Low progesterone, low testosterone
• Obesity
• Diabetes
• Thyroid dysfunction

If you’re experiencing any of the following symptoms, you may be suffering from estrogen dominance caused by prolonged exposure to xenoestrogens:

• Depression
• Low libido/sex drive
• Mood swings
• Hot flashes
• Night sweats
• Headaches/migraines
• Tender/fibrocystic breasts
• Weight gain

In addition to switching out your personal care and cleaning products for safer alternatives, kidney and liver detoxes (like the ones available through my clinic) can help rid your body of harmful xenoestrogens.

Interested in learning how to safely detox your body from harmful chemicals? Reach out. I’d love to help!

Chances are you have a substantial amount of toxic glyphosate in your body.

Glyphosate is a herbicide used to kill weeds. It has also been linked to serious health issues like:

• Cancer
• Gastrointestinal issues
• Hormone imbalance
• Immune system dysfunction
• Liver and kidney problems
• Mitochondrial DNA damage

Sadly, glyphosate is hard to avoid given how often it’s used. Foods associated with the highest levels of glyphosate include:

• Non-organic fruits and vegetables
• Corn-based products
• Soy-based products
• Bread and baked goods
• Breakfast cereals
• Processed food
• Seed oils like vegetable/canola oil

Organic farming prohibits the use of glyphosate, but that doesn’t mean there won’t be any glyphosate residue on your food. Plus, you can still be exposed to glyphosate through your skin and particles in the air.

If you’re struggling with any of the conditions above, it may be worth considering getting tested for glyphosate toxicity. This is something I can do right here in my clinic. Reach out if you’re interested in learning more.

Years ago my wife and I had our tap water tested, and what we learned will surprise you…

The rep told us our water was technically considered “safe” by our city’s standards, but it certainly wasn’t clean by any means…

The reality is there’s an increasing number of toxins in our water supply. The vast majority of these chemicals are not regulated, so even when the government says your water is “safe,” it can still contain harmful contaminants. In fact, many U.S. cities have chemicals in their water supplies that exceed established health guidelines.

So, what can you do to reduce your toxic load?

1. Assess your body’s toxic burden — If your water is toxic, it’s going to be difficult to achieve optimal health. Toxins can overwhelm your liver and get stored in your fat cells and brain, which can lead to a whole slew of health problems. That’s why I recommend regular muscle testing, blood work and/or urine samples to assess your body’s toxic load. Then, you can invest in a targeted functional medicine detox to clean up your body.
2. Invest in a clean water system — One of the best ways to reduce toxic exposure is to ensure you have clean water in your home. In our house, we not only have a water softener and RO system, but we also invested in a distiller for our drinking water.

Distillation is the most effective process for purifying water. It removes 99.9% of contaminants. Essentially, the process adds heat to tap water, turning it into water vapor and leaving any junk behind in the boiling chamber. Then, the pure water vapor rises and is moved into a separate chamber where it’s cooled back into liquid.

Have you had your tap water tested? What type of clean water system does your family use? Comment below to share your thoughts.

Contact us to schedule a functional medicine consultation today.

Parasites are extremely common, and they can live dormant for years without symptoms. When they do, it’s usually the ones above.

You can get parasites from:

• Soil/dirt
• Pets
• Lakes, rivers and creeks
• Raw fish (sushi) and undercooked meat
• Pork
• Tap water
• International travel

In addition to practicing proper hygiene, it’s a good idea to avoid foods that feed parasites like processed carbs and sugar. Parasites cannot survive without a steady supply of sugar, which triggers sugar and carb cravings in the host.

Parasites are also more active during a full moon, so if you notice symptoms during this time, you can probably benefit from a cleanse.

If you’re interested in learning more about parasites and how to get rid of them, reach out! I’d love to help. Contact us to learn more.