In the midst of our bustling lives and convenience-oriented diets, it's crucial to shed light on the importance of heart health. February is Heart Health Awareness Month, a timely opportunity to explore comprehensive strategies, including functional medicine, for cardiovascular well-being. It's essential not only to focus on managing cholesterol but also to examine the potential negative impacts of relying solely on medication. Flourish's Approach to Addressing High Cholesterol:
Approaching heart health with lowering cholesterol as the goal, here are some considerations and healthy tips.Understanding Functional Medicine:Functional medicine, a holistic approach, seeks to address the root causes of health issues rather than merely treating symptoms. In the context of heart health, functional medicine takes into account various factors such as genetics, lifestyle, nutrition, and environmental influences to create a personalized plan for prevention and treatment. Tips for Lowering Cholesterol:
Nutrition Tips for Heart Health:
Considering Medication's Negative Impact: While medications can play a role in managing cholesterol, it's essential to acknowledge potential downsides. Medications may carry side effects, ranging from muscle pain to liver issues. Furthermore, relying solely on medication may lead to a false sense of security, potentially neglecting lifestyle changes that are crucial for long-term heart health.
At Flourish Medical + Wellness, we want you to thrive. That’s why we commemorate Heart Health Awareness Month and invite you to commit to prioritizing cardiovascular well-being. Functional Medicine, combined with lifestyle changes and nutritional adjustments, provides a holistic approach to heart health. Additionally, considering the potential negative impacts of relying solely on medication encourages a more balanced approach. By making informed choices, we can work towards reducing the risk of heart disease and fostering a healthier, happier life. Remember, your heart deserves comprehensive care, so take steps today and flourish tomorrow. Contact us to discuss your health concerns.
How toxins can enter our body:
Why it's important: Supports a Healthy Immune SystemToxins can weaken our immune system, making us more susceptible to illness and disease. A regular detoxification program can help to remove these harmful substances from our bodies and support the functioning of our immune system. This can help to boost our overall health and reduce our risk of developing serious health problems. Helps Maintain a Healthy WeightMany environmental toxins are stored in our fat cells, leading to weight gain and difficulty losing weight. Detoxifying your body can help to eliminate these toxins, allowing your body to function more efficiently and promoting weight loss. Improves Energy and Mental ClarityEnvironmental toxins can also affect our energy levels and mental clarity. A detox can help to remove these toxins, allowing us to feel more energetic and focused. This can have a positive impact on our daily lives, allowing us to be more productive and efficient. We offer Total Toxin Testing here at Flourish. Supports Better DigestionToxins can also disrupt the normal functioning of our digestive system, leading to symptoms such as bloating, gas, and constipation. Detoxifying your body can help to improve the functioning of your digestive system, promoting better digestion and reducing symptoms. Reduces Risk of Chronic DiseasesResearch has shown that exposure to environmental toxins can increase the risk of chronic diseases such as cancer, heart disease, and autoimmune disorders. Detoxifying your body can help to reduce your risk of developing these conditions by removing harmful substances from your body. Reducing our exposure to toxins can help us to maintain optimal health and reduce the risk of serious health problems. At Flourish, we offer a helpful list of daily, weekly, and monthly Detox Tips. Regular detoxification of your body from environmental poisons is essential to maintaining optimal health. By supporting your immune system, promoting weight loss, improving energy and mental clarity, supporting better digestion, and reducing the risk of chronic diseases, a detox can help you feel your best and lead a healthier, more fulfilling life. Consider incorporating a detox program into your routine to take control of your health and protect yourself from the harmful effects of environmental toxins. Get your Daily Toxin Handout>>
In previous blog posts we've outlined the benefits of Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) for men and women. The symptoms and discomfort resulting from low hormone levels is very real to those experiencing it. And it is not a condition that should just be tolerated and lived with. We all know that having optimal health both physically and emotionally increases your enjoyment of life. It also makes you more pleasant to be around. If God made us for relationship, then that is vital to our survival. To be loved and lovable. The question then becomes, how do I know if I need BHRT? A consultation with Jackie Tewes APRN, CNP, MSN at our clinics is the first step. She will do a blood draw to establish hormone levels and explain the results. She will offer suggestions to help you reach your optimal levels (not just share the normal range with you). Jackie will do more than outline next steps - she will educate you - which helps you make an informed decision for your health. Then you can schedule your therapy as needed. Here are a few questions that have come from patients and a few answers that will serve as a helpful resource for you. Q: What are the symptoms of a hormone imbalance?A: Some symptoms for women include fatigue, night sweats, hot flashes, decreased sex drive, weight gain, difficulty sleeping, irritability, anxiousness, mood swings, depression, and discomfort during intercourse. For men, symptoms may be the same but include decreased bone mass, increased waist size, brain fog, high cholesterol, and elevated blood sugar. Q: What is Hormone Replacement Therapy? A: Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) helps to re-establish your natural, optimal hormone levels, bringing your body back into balance and improving the negative symptoms you are experiencing. Traditional hormone replacement therapy consists of synthetic hormone preparations which increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, prostate cancer and breast cancer. However, Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) does not have these associated risks. Learn more» Q: What is Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy? A: It is a replacement that is identical in structure to what the ovary and testicle produce. Pellets are bio-identical hormones that are plant-based and smaller in size than a grain of rice. Q: Why does FMW offer only Bioidentical Therapy? A: We want to offer the best treatment possible. Because hormones are naturally released, the ideal hormone replacement would be a continuous absorption of a small amount of a natural product over a long period of time. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) has been studied extensively and has shown to have the opposite outcomes of synthetic hormone replacement therapy. BHRT can improve bone density, reduce the risk of prostate and breast cancer, lower cholesterol, promote weight loss, and reduce blood sugar. Q: What is Pelleting? A: The process of inserting a small pellet painlessly under the skin. It is not surgically implanted, but a small amount of local anesthetic is used to numb the area. The pellet is inserted with a patented trocar, similar to a mini epidural needle. Then a steri-strip is used to close the entry point. After your clinic visit you can return to your regular life. There are a few restrictions for the first three days after treatment such as no swimming, hot tub, or bath and no strenuous exercise. Q: How effective is Pelleting Therapy for hormone replacement? A: Hormone pellet replacement therapy has become a time-tested treatment that was first performed in 1939. Women will feel the benefits within one week of treatment and men within two weeks. Symptoms are relieved for months from that one pellet insertion. Q: How often do I need a pelleting treatment? A: The key is to optimize and balance your hormones. So, depending on when you start to feel symptoms returning and when the lab results show a hormone level change you will know when you need another pelleting treatment. Typically, it is every three to four months for women and every five to six months for men. Let our practitioners create an individualized treatment plan for you. What are Flourish patients saying about their pelleting experiences? Let the recommendations of others and guidance from a medical professional help you toward a healthier life. Our daily motivation at Flourish Medical +Wellness is to help our patients make an informed decision that brings them closer to who God made them to be. We hope you will schedule your first visit and reach out with any questions. Resource: Age Healthier Live Happier by Dr. Gary Donovitz
Food Contamination
Water Pollution
Air Pollution
It helps to understand that toxins are fat soluble, meaning they are stored in our fat. This allows them to remain in our bodies for many years or decades. So, with continued daily exposure to even small amounts, the total amount of toxins in our bodies gradually increases. Toxins are also stored in the fatty tissues of animals and therefore are in the animal products we consume. Now, let's uncover the long-term effects of chemical exposure. PCBs (Polychlorinated Biphenyls)
Dioxins
DDT (Dichloro Diphenyl Trichloroethane)
Phthalates (Group of synthetic chemicals)
If we consider our exposure to heavy metals, we can see the effects on the enzymes that are crucial to produce our mitochondria. Mitochondria is an organelle found in large numbers in most cells, in which the biochemical processes of respiration and energy production occur. Our body's energy is particularly sensitive to the effects of heavy metals. And finally, we'll explore the sources and results of exposure to heavy metal toxins. Heavy Metals: Lead
Arsenic
Mercury
We paint a dark picture, but now that you are aware of the sources of toxicity, here are steps you can take to lessen your exposure. What You Can Do
If you are experiencing symptoms of inflammation or would like to know more about your personal exposure to toxins, call us to schedule a total toxin test to check for levels of toxin poisoning. We'll give you the resources and care you need. Source: Hypothyroidism Type 2, Dr. Mark Starr
Hormone Imbalance is Different for Men and WomenSymptoms for men include fatigue, low sex drive, loss of muscle mass, increased body fat, changes in mood and irritability. If you experience brain fog, anxiousness, and stress you likely also have elevated blood sugar levels and high cholesterol. Any one of these symptoms can make daily life insufferable, but many men live with several or all of them. Women experiencing pre-menopause and menopause often report the most bothersome symptoms as mood changes, weight gain, mental fog, decreased sex drive and irritability. Other symptoms may include fatigue, anxiousness, difficulty sleeping, hot flashes, and discomfort during intercourse. Understanding Your Options Decide if hormone therapy is the best treatment option for you to regulate your hormones. Consult with our team at Flourish on a regular basis to discuss changing symptoms, especially throughout your menopausal years period by taking the right steps, you can experience freedom from discomfort and frustration. When hormones are properly balanced, things like memory issues, brain fog, fatigue, sleep issues, irritability, mental health concerns, decreased strength, joint pain, and low libido can be concerns of the past. What treatments are right for you? Hormone therapy is very individualized and should be tailored to each person's needs. It should also be evaluated on a regular basis. At Flourish Medical + Wellness, it's our priority to empower you to live the way God made you to be. A large part of that means no longer being burdened by avoidable health limitations. One of our most cutting-edge treatment options is Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT). Through BHRT, we can support your body as it works to optimize hormone levels, bring your body back into balance, and improve the negative symptoms you are experiencing. What is bioidentical hormone replacement?Learn about the difference between BHRT and HRT treatments and read the stories from our patients. Together we'll determine the best options for you and offer guidance to improve your health and wellness. Find out more information and contact us to schedule a consultation.
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