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Autoimmune Disease
Autoimmune Disease and Your Immune System Summary of the video In this video I address whether it’s a problem to “boost” or support your immune system if you have autoimmune disease. Those with autoimmune disease are told that their immune systems are overactive, so when it comes to trying to fight infection, it can be […]
The Role of Leaky Gut in Joint Pain and Inflammation According to Dr. Vikki Petersen, leaky gut is a condition where the small intestine becomes permeable, allowing undigested food and toxins to enter the bloodstream. This can lead to autoimmune diseases, digestive issues, skin conditions, joint pain, and mood disorders. Leaky gut can be caused […]
Is Leaky Gut Causing Your Joint Pain? In this video, Dr. Vikki discusses leaky gut and its potential causes and symptoms. Leaky gut refers to a condition where the lining of the small intestine becomes permeable, allowing undigested food and harmful substances to enter the bloodstream. This can lead to autoimmune diseases, digestive issues, skin […]
Celiac Disease & Gluten Sensitivity: You Need to Know This Summary Testing for celiac disease and gluten sensitivity is important for several reasons: Accuracy of diagnosis: Testing allows for a proper diagnosis of celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, which can be challenging based solely on symptoms. Without testing, you may not be aware of your […]
The Lowdown on Celiac Disease and Gluten Sensitivity Dr. Vikki Petersen stresses the importance of testing for celiac disease and gluten sensitivity for accurate diagnosis. The Wheat Zoomer test can identify gluten-related disorders and guide treatment. A gluten-free diet is crucial for managing celiac disease and gluten sensitivity. However, Dr. Petersen notes that simply avoiding […]
While gluten-free foods are necessary for individuals with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity, it’s important to acknowledge that not all gluten-free foods are inherently healthy. Here are a few reasons why gluten-free foods can sometimes be less healthy . Nutritional deficiencies: 1. Gluten-free products often use alternative ingredients, such as refined flours (rice, potato, […]
Using Functional Medicine to Treat Patients SUMMARY In this video, Dr. Dawn Frankwick, OB-GYN and a surgeon, explains why she adopted Functional Medicine and the Root Cause approach to pursue her life mission to help others. Transcript of the video My purpose is to serve and it’s easy to serve others. When I was […]
Viruses and Thyroid Disease: Exploring the Possible Link Dr. Vikki Petersen discusses the rise in autoimmune thyroid disease, specifically Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, following COVID-19 and other infections. Common symptoms include fatigue, weight gain, dry hair and skin, joint pain, depression, and constipation. Conventional thyroid testing often misses early-stage autoimmune thyroid disease. Dr. Petersen emphasizes the importance […]
Video: Did A Virus Cause You To Have Thyroid Disease? Dr. Vicki Peterson discusses the increase in autoimmune thyroid disease, specifically Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, following COVID-19 and other infections. She highlights common symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, dry hair and skin, joint pain, depression, and constipation. Conventional thyroid testing often misses early-stage autoimmune thyroid disease. Functional […]
Feeling Heard: 7 Signs Your Doctor Isn’t Getting It Right Dr. Vikki emphasizes the importance of being your own health advocate and having a strong doctor-patient relationship. She suggests bringing a friend to appointments for support and to help absorb information, as four ears are better than two. Dr. Vikki also highlights 7 red flags […]