Functional nutrition

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Sweet Dreams: How Magnesium Glycinate Can Be Your Key to Restful Sleep

Introduction Sleep is one of the most fundamental pillars of health, yet millions of people struggle to get enough quality rest each night. Whether it’s

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The Science of Semaglutide: How GLP-1 Agonists & Functional Medicine Reset Metabolism

Introduction: The End of the “Willpower” Myth For the last 50 years, the medical establishment’s advice for weight loss has been deceptively simple: “Eat less,

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Beyond the Symptom: An Introduction to Functional Medicine’s Root-Cause Approach

Introduction: Are You Tired of Treating Symptoms Instead of Solving Problems? For many people struggling with chronic health issues, the journey through modern healthcare can

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When to Take Gut Health Seriously: Symptoms That Mean You Need Testing

Your gut is the foundation of your overall health. It’s where your body absorbs nutrients, houses trillions of beneficial bacteria (your microbiome), and even helps

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Clear Skin Starts Within How Reducing Inflammation Transforms Your Health and Complexion

Inflammation is a natural response of the immune system to protect the body from injury, infection, and harmful stimuli. In the short term, inflammation is

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Act Like an Eagle, Not an Ostrich: Embracing a Comprehensive Approach to Longevity Medicine

When it comes to your health, envision yourself as an eagle soaring high above rather than an ostrich burying its head in the sand. This

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Unlocking True Longevity: Why Living Longer Isn’t Enough Without Better Health

As modern medicine evolves, the concept of longevity is undergoing a profound shift. Traditionally, longevity has been defined by the sheer number of years a

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Muscle Matters: Your Guide to Aging Strong

Working in preventive medicine, where we focus on longevity, we understand the profound impact that muscle loss, or sarcopenia, has on the quality of life

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Hidden Signs of Crohn’s Disease: Beyond the Obvious

As a clinical nutritionist, I encounter countless individuals struggling with digestive issues, many of whom are ultimately diagnosed with Crohn’s disease. While the condition is

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If You Live in New Jersey, You Should be Aware of Lyme Disease

As a Functional Medicine provider at Nava Health in Montvale, New Jersey, I’ve witnessed a disturbing trend: the escalating prevalence of Lyme disease and other

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Can Diet Cure Crohn’s Disease? A Clinical Nutritionist’s Perspective

Crohn’s disease, a chronic inflammatory bowel disease, can be a complex and challenging condition to manage. It’s natural to seek out ways to improve your

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Is Mold Exposure Making You Sick? 3 Reasons to Get Tested and How Functional Medicine Can Help

At Nava Health, we see a concerning number of patients struggling with chronic health issues that defy easy diagnosis. Fatigue, headaches, respiratory issues, digestive problems,

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