When most people develop eczema, acne, or another skin problem, their first instinct makes perfect sense: treat the skin. Apply a cream. Try a different lotion. Switch soaps. Maybe even change laundry detergents. Sometimes these approaches are exactly what’s needed. But for many people—both children and adults—the question eventually changes. “Why does this keep coming…
Imagine that some of the simple, everyday laboratory tests your doctor orders might actually be useful as early Alzheimer’s Disease / dementia screening tools. And it’s true! They can be. Most conventional doctors aren’t aware of this. However, you can use them to your advantage! They can alert you to trouble ahead. Several lab tests may…
The month of November became known as Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month in 1983. Its campaign, Go Purple For A Purpose, also includes those who fill caretaking roles for people with Alzheimer’s Disease (AD). At the time, the number of people known to have AD totaled less than 2 million, affecting less than 1% of the…
Learn about 7 key strategies for Mastering Your Health to beat chronic disease with Functional Medicine, practiced by Dr. Lara Sweeney!
Most people have heard the terms “adrenal fatigue” and “adrenal stress”. Sometimes, these two terms get combined under one umbrella term known as “adrenal dysfunction”. However, fewer people have a clear understanding of the difference between adrenal fatigue and adrenal stress. Many use them interchangeably; this is not exactly correct. Functional Medicine offers a fantastic…
To appreciate what Functional Medicine can do, we like to use an analogy which everyone in Texas can relate to: a building, its foundation, the soil underneath, what happens when the foundation shifts, and the various repair options available.
