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Thyroid hormone, also called thyroxine, plays a pivotal role in how your body generates energy and functions. Imagine the thyroid hormone as lighter fluid thrown onto a fire-it energizes your body’s “fuel burners” known as mitochondria. This hormone, secreted by the thyroid gland located at the base of your neck, …

By Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS It’s time to gather around the campfire and huddle close for a scary Halloween story sure to fill you with fear. This tale doesn’t feature ghosts, ghouls, goblins, or any masked murders on the prowl. No, this story has a much more frightening villain …

The Path to Balanced  Hormones, Healthy Eating,  and Active Living Introduction In our modern world, the dual epidemics of insulin resistance and obesity are wreaking havoc on public health. These conditions are not just about carrying extra weight or dealing with fluctuating blood sugar levels – they are precursors to …

How to Protect Your Hair During Alopecia Awareness Month When it comes to the seasons, nothing compares to the cooling temperatures and festivities that fall brings. From football season to pumpkin spice everything, it’s hard to find a better time of year than the autumn months. But, like every season, …

Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance found in every cell of the body. It plays a crucial role in building cell membranes, producing hormones like estrogen and testosterone, and synthesizing Vitamin D. While cholesterol is essential for various bodily functions, high levels of certain types of cholesterol can pose significant …

By Brent Myers, Pastor of Community Life It doesn’t take much effort to hear of all the turmoil going on in our nation and around the world. It’s quite frightening at times to think about where this all might end up. But if we’re honest with one another, we really …

Have You Seen This Mane? by Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS When it comes to missing hair, there’s no need to send out a search party. At Bauman Medical, my expert team and I are the only detectives you need to solve this mystery. Our latest advancements in diagnostic tools …

By Paul Echavarria Everything you need to know: Accessible Bathtubs vs Accessible Showers People with mobility issues must have an accessible bathtub or shower to use at their homes. Accessible bathtubs and showers are each designed to accommodate people who have mobility impairments or other disabilities but there are differences …

Chronic Pain can lead to depression, addictions, anxiety, stress, isolation, and even suicide. Over 116 million people suffer from various types of chronic pain disorders ranging from fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis, neuropathy, back, hip and neck pain, just to name a few. Whether trauma or degenerative diseases have caused your pain, the …

As we begin to wind down on summer, it’s the perfect time to schedule your seasonal flu vaccine and make sure you’re up to date on other vaccines that help to protect you against respiratory illnesses, such as COVID-19 or pneumonia. These conditions tend to be more common during the …