by John Panopoulos | Sep 28, 2018 | Active Health News, Acupuncture, diet, functional-medicine, Holistic Health - Functional Medicine
Cold Sensitivity Hoarseness Thinning hair Puffy Face Muscle Weakness Prolonged stress, poor diet and age (women over 60) are all factors that contribute to developing thyroid issues. A simple medical test can help your diagnosis. Going unchecked, your thyroid issues...
by John Panopoulos | Sep 17, 2018 | Active Health News, Acupuncture, diet, functional-medicine
Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory bowel disease that results in chronic inflammation of the digestive tract, usually in the large intestine (colon) and the rectum. The practitioners at Active Health can help alleviate the symptoms and reduce the amount flare-ups...
by John Panopoulos | Sep 17, 2018 | Active Health News, diet, functional-medicine
Prevention: Heartburn – try to eliminate some of the worst heartburn offenders from your diet. Spicy, fried and greasy foods are pretty clear, but chocolate, tomato sauce and even ketchup can cause your stomach to rebel. Avoid coffee and don’t go to bed for 3 to 4...
by John Panopoulos | Sep 15, 2018 | Active Health News, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, diet
The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland found near the base of the neck. It produces hormones that regulate vital metabolic processes throughout the body. Hypothyroidism or sluggish thyroid is becoming a common reason for low energy and weight gain that cannot...
by John Panopoulos | Sep 4, 2018 | Active Health News, diet, exercise, functional-medicine
Holiday goodies and extended snuggling under blankets could mean serious weight gain. Each year, it is getting harder and harder to shed weight. As you age, you tend to lose half a pound of muscle mass and add a pound of fat each year. This year, take a pro-active...
