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Integrative, Holistic MD. Acupuncturist. I treat the whole person, physically & spiritually. Integrative Medicine, Functional Medicine. http://t.co/Ov63fNdEqG

Santa Rosa, CA
Joined September 2009
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There are a number of herbs and botanicals that can be used to promote balanced testosterone levels, and support key aspects of men’s health such as siberian ginseng, saw palmetto, & pomegranate extract.
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We are so lucky to have good friends.
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Vital energy and #testosterone balance can be enhanced with healthy lifestyle approaches. Optimal sleep, regular exercise and maintaining a healthy body weight are essential.
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They react with every tool in their arsenal to help wipe out viruses as soon as they’re detected.
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Low sugar foods, such as non-starchy vegetables and high-quality protein, provide steady energy and don’t cause the blood sugar crashes and weight gain that can come from eating lots of simple carbohydrates, like refined sugar and grains.
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Reishi and Cordyceps can also support immunity, detoxify tissues, regulate healthy cell replication, and boost overall health.
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Here are some top foods and nutrients to help your body produce testosterone and support optimal testosterone balance: Vitamin D, Zinc, & Magnesium.
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Antioxidants protect DNA integrity, sooth inflammation from toxins, balance immunity, detoxify the body and promote overall health.
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It’s important to remember that #testosterone levels decline gradually with age, at a rate of about 1-2% per year. However, significant or dramatic drops in levels can indicate a more serious problem.  Testosterone levels below 300 ng/dL may be cause for concern. #lowt
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From infections to autoimmune diseases, to cancer and much more, inflammation plays a primary role. That can be especially problematic when inflammation overwhelms your lungs, making it feel impossible to breathe, as what happens in some cases of a deadly cytokine storm.
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#DHT (dihydrotestosterone) is produced from testosterone, but is a more potent form that impacts male reproductive health, and can cause problems like hair loss and prostate symptoms if levels are too high.
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Iodine-rich kelp and glycine compete with chemicals such as glyphosate, bromide, fluoride and others, to block their absorption into sensitive organs and tissues like the thyroid.
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While some critics may debunk the idea that our bodies can store the #toxins around us, the truth is, extensive research shows how our bodies can be burdened with the alarmingly high levels of common environmental toxins we experience daily.
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In order for your immune system to function optimally, it needs proper support—specifically, training and education. And most of this training comes from an unexpected source: The beneficial microbes in your GI tract.
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Phthalates are chemicals that are used to soften plastics and are also used in many body care products. Sources are shampoo, perfumes, soaps, shower curtains, vinyl flooring and others. Phthalates can also disrupt the endocrine system and hormone balance.
#Formaldehyde is a glue resin used in particle board, plywood, fiberboard, and other pressed wood products. Formaldehyde vapors are dangerous to breathe in and are linked to various cancers, especially in the respiratory system.
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Additionally, several studies have demonstrated honokiol’s neuroprotective effects in the central nervous system. These properties of honokiol suggest that it could be an effective therapy for neurodegenerative diseases, like Alzheimer’s.
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Unlike essential mineral metals such as zinc and iron, toxic heavy metals are not useful to the body, and can be very hard to remove.
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