I was watching a recent episode of the TV show Billions (yes I’m hooked like so many other viewers at Damian Lewis’s portrayal of a hedge fund billionaire on Showtime) and in the blink of an eye the entire office is receiving intravenous infusions to help them concentrate better and in some cases recoup from […]
Chronic Hives: The Rash and Itching that can Drive You Crazy!
[updated August 2019] Hives, also known in medical terms as urticaria, is a skin condition that is characterized by intense itching along with red welts. It looks like a person has been stung by a swarm of bees – only it occurs at any time without warning. Hives can appear anywhere on the body or […]
Mom’s Be Aware of the Allergic March
[updated April 2019] When I was in medical school one of the most intimidating presences by the bedside of a young child in the hospital wasn’t my professors asking me questions – it was the patient’s mom asking me tough questions. Why? The moms seemed to know their child’s health and status better than I […]
Candida Diet and Program Update: Less Restrictions, More Options
[updated August 2019] If you are reading this blog, I gather you are familiar with the condition Candida hypersensitivity. You may be suffering from any of the assorted symptoms that Candida can cause: bloating, constipation, gastric reflux, skin rashes, vaginal yeast infections, brain fog, and fatigue. I get so many questions from well-educated patients about […]
Reducing Your Risk of Vaginal Yeast Infections
75% of women will get at least one yeast infection during their lifetime. There are several types of vaginitis, including vaginal yeast infections. This fungal infection is caused by yeast overgrowth and its symptoms can be intense. Most women experience one or two vaginal yeast infections during their lifetime, but some women suffer from recurrent […]
What Is Candida Brain Fog and How Is It Treated?
CONNECT WITH US: [site-icons icon=facebook] [site-icons icon=twitter] [site-icons icon=instagram] [site-icons icon=linkedin] [site-icons icon=youtube] Why Candida Brain Fog Happens, How It Disrupts Your Life, and What You Can Do to Clear It [updated November 2025] If you’ve ever sat in a meeting and felt your mind completely stall . . . If you read the same […]
Causes and Risk Factors of Vaginal Yeast Infections
[updated July 2019] If you’ve been suffering from persistent vaginal irritation, pain, or abnormal discharge, you may have a vaginal yeast infection. Yeast overgrowth can also cause symptoms like a burning sensation during urination, vulvar swelling, and vaginal rash. If these symptoms apply to you, consider visiting a doctor specializing in candida overgrowth and chronic […]
The Relationship between Adrenal Fatigue and Stress = a Double-Whammy!
We all get stressed! No disagreement there. The concern is when chronic stress causes a medical problem, and if it does where is the problem. Well, if we believe medical physiology (the study of our body functions) then the key location is the adrenal gland. The adrenal gland secretes several different hormones that are so […]
A Brief Introduction to Vaginal Yeast Infections
[updated August 2019] Every year, millions of cases of vaginitis (vaginal inflammation) affect women of all ages, but they are especially susceptible during the reproductive years. In fact, 3 out of 4 women end up with a yeast infection at some point during their lifetime and many women experience at least two yeast infections. A […]
ImmunoLife Diet: The Best Ways to Eat to Keep you Immune Strong
There is still nothing more controversial in medicine than diet and nutrition. It seems to be the Holy Grail to find the “perfect” diet combination to keep you trim and strong. I have gone on this journey myself and I’ll share what I learned, the mistakes I made and what I believe is the key […]