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The Hidden Dangers of Body Fat Dr. Vikki Petersen highlights the dangers of different types of body fat. Subcutaneous fat (under the skin) can be relatively harmless until it exceeds 22 pounds, while visceral fat (belly fat) becomes problematic at around 5 pounds due to chronic stress elevating cortisol levels. The most concerning is liver […]
The Benefits of NAD Therapy: Energy, Longevity, and More According to Dr. Beth Segerholm, NAD therapy is a powerful tool for optimizing cellular function and promoting longevity. NAD+ levels decrease with age, and supplementing with NAD can have multiple anti-aging benefits, including promoting healthy brain function, regenerating cells, boosting energy levels, and slowing down cognitive […]
What is NAD Therapy and its Benefits? NAD+ is an abbreviation for Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide, a molecule found in all living cells. It is considered to be as important as food, water and oxygen for the health of your body. Why is NAD important? NAD levels decrease as you age, diminishing dramatically after age 40. Therapeutic […]
“I went to Root Cause to get help with my insomnia and low energy level. The dietician helped me sort out what and what not to eat. And I also got help with my hormones which were completely out of whack. I lost weight, I have more energy, I get great sleep and my hormones […]
There are a lot of benefits to doing a cold plunge, from boosting your energy, immune system, better sleep and overall strengthens your body. It’s one of my favorite at-home tips to feel your best. Give this a try and let me know what you think. If you need a health consultation, give me a […]
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 […]
Do you feel your doctor-patient relationship isn’t what it ought to be? … To the point you hesitate to ask for clarifications during a conversation with your physician? The quality of a doctor-patient relationship is crucial to the return of a patient to health in the shortest possible time. In this video, Dr Vikki talks […]
What is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? How to fight it… Excerpt Chronic fatigue syndrome is a serious, long-term illness that affects many body systems. Oftentimes, it can make you unable to pursue your usual activities. Sometimes you may not even be able to get out of bed. Anyone can get chronic fatigue syndrome, but it […]
The Mystery of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Dr. Vikki shares her personal experience with chronic fatigue syndrome, a serious, long-term illness that affects many body systems. She developed the condition after years of pushing herself without rest, and was eventually diagnosed with Epstein-Barr virus, which had been dormant in her system since her teenage years. Dr. […]
Root Cause Medical Clinic has put together a team of professionals that work together like a well-oiled machine. From the moment you step in the door, you are treated as family with such care and compassion. The free consultation at the first appointment made me feel comfortable and confident. Valeriya took the time to […]