Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) has gained widespread attention as a solution for individuals facing hormonal imbalances. It is often touted as a natural and effective alternative to traditional hormone replacement therapy (HRT). But does BHRT really work, and is it the right choice for addressing your hormonal health concerns? This article delves into the…

The New Frontier of Longevity (Your doctor knows nothing about) I know that you have heard of “The Fountain of Youth,” “and the Anti-Aging,” movements, but now we have a new movement that is being called: “Longevity,” in order to better age more gracefully and for a more extended time. Who doesn’t want to live…

When considering bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), one common concern that arises is whether BHRT causes weight gain. For many, weight management is a key aspect of overall health, so it’s natural to question how BHRT might influence this.  In this article, we’ll explore the relationship between BHRT and weight gain, answering the question, “Does…

Maintaining balanced blood sugar levels is essential for overall health, influencing everything from energy levels to hormonal balance and cognitive function. For many, a blood sugar reading of 87 might seem like just another number on a glucose meter. But what does this value really mean? Is 87 a good blood sugar level? Let’s explore…

Managing blood sugar levels is crucial for overall health, especially for those dealing with insulin resistance, prediabetes, or diabetes. Traditional medical approaches often focus on managing symptoms rather than addressing the root causes of blood sugar imbalances.    As a functional medicine doctor, Dr. Cheryl Winter emphasizes a holistic and personalized approach to achieve optimal…

Getting to the root cause of your health concerns requires some medical detective work. And this often starts with testing the body to figure out what’s wrong.   For example, do you suspect you have diabetes?   If so, one of the best ways to screen for diabetes is to get tested using the fasting…

Do you ever feel like your eyes are constantly dry, irritated, and uncomfortable? If so, you might not realize that these symptoms could be linked to diabetes. Diabetes and dry eyes often go hand in hand, causing discomfort and vision problems for many people. In this article, we’ll explore this connection and show you what…

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. According to the CDC, nearly 2,000 deaths from heart disease occur in the United States every day – that’s one out of every five deaths. With sobering statistics such as this, it’s important to address the widespread problem of heart disease and figure…

Nutritional Epigenetics: What Is It and How Does It Impact Your Health? Have you ever heard the old saying “You are what you eat”?  Your genes – the makeup of the internal structure of your being – are affected by external factors such as the foods you consume on a daily basis. Nutritional epigenetics is…