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Pain medications fool the body by binding to the opioid receptors in the brain, spine and other areas of the body. They don’t treat the health condition; they only mask the pain by disrupting the signals to the brain. Pain medications are one of the most highly addictive drugs available. There …

PEMF therapy ‘clears a path’ to the cells by blocking the things that could prevent Functional Medicine remedy from getting into the cells. It does that by decreasing inflammation and increasing circulation, which allows the remedy to make its way to the cells. It then opens up the cell’s membrane …

Every year in the United States nearly 800,000 people will suffer from a stroke, also referred to as a cerebrovascular accident (CVA). If it’s not caught early enough, it can lead to death, paralysis, cognitive impairment, aphasia, and many more complications. Stroke prevention cannot be stressed enough, and knowing the …

Five million people worldwide, and every year 16,000 new cases are reported. Dr. Dariano, D.O. Lupus is an autoimmune disease, and like all other autoimmune related conditions, it causes the cells in the body to attack itself. In the case of Lupus, it causes the body to attack its joints, …

By Anne-Marie Chalmers, MD One year ago, my family was in an uproar. A close family member needed brain surgery, which was scary enough. Then, a week after this major procedure, he contracted a life threatening form of bacterial meningitis. I visited him many times as he fought for his life …

Our digestive system is essentially what keeps our bodies fueled and running smoothly. The digestive system is the main track that food and drinks follow from the mouth, down the gastrointestinal track (GI), and are then released in the form of waste. The digestive system allows for the nourishment of our …

T.E. Vallabhan, MD, FACC Commonly reported, stress levels, anxiety, depression, and our overall emotional state has a significant impact on our health.  From physical pain, appetite changes, suicidal thoughts to our vascular health, the way we deal with and treat mental disorders are critical on our long-standing wellness. How Our Mental …

If you were having a custom kitchen designed by an expert builder, they wouldn’t just buy a marble countertop off the shelf somewhere; they would have it measured precisely, finely cut, trimmed and polished before installing it in your highly-anticipated new kitchen. If we are so meticulous about our homes, …

The phrase, “The fear of the Lord,” was one I never liked. By Alex Anderson, Senior Associate Pastor at Bayside Community Church Before I was a Christ-follower I thought, “Who would want to be a Christian and serve a god you would have to be afraid of?” By that time …

Dr. Mark Jacobson This week, I am deeply moved by the loss of one of my patients.  This one,  in particular, left an impression on all of my staff.  His relentless endearing spirit regardless of his pain and suffering, never ceased to amaze us. When his wife called with the news, …