Posts in Hormone Health
Fasting for Women: How to Use Intermittent Fasting Without Disrupting Hormones

Fasting offers powerful metabolic and longevity benefits for women — when done correctly. Learn how to align fasting with your hormonal cycle to support energy, fertility, hormone balance, and long-term health without triggering stress or hormone disruption.

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Your Gut, Hormones & Medications: How Common Drugs Disrupt Digestion and Detox Pathways

Your gut and hormones are at the core of your health. But medications like acid blockers, antibiotics, birth control, and NSAIDs can quietly damage both—leading to leaky gut, fatigue, and inflammation. Learn how to protect and restore your health naturally.

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Are Mammograms Safe? Holistic Breast Cancer Screening & Functional Medicine Insights

Mammograms have long been considered the gold standard for breast cancer screening—but growing research reveals they may do more harm than good. Repeated radiation exposure, overdiagnosis, and unnecessary treatments can increase long-term risks. This blog explores the pros and cons of mammograms, safer screening alternatives like thermography and ultrasound, and how functional medicine identifies root causes—such as metabolic dysfunction, inflammation, immune imbalance, and toxic burden—to prevent cancer before it starts. Discover a more holistic, personalized path to true breast health and prevention.

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How Diabetes Develops: Causes, Symptoms, and Lifestyle Triggers You Should Know

Diabetes doesn’t develop overnight—it’s the result of years of hidden metabolic dysfunction. In this blog, we explore how diabetes develops, what causes insulin resistance, and the lifestyle habits that silently raise your risk. Learn the early warning signs, associated diseases, and how to prevent or reverse type 2 diabetes with a functional medicine approach.

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Magnesium: The Master Mineral Your Body Is Missing

Magnesium is a “master mineral” involved in over 300 biochemical reactions that fuel your body’s energy, calm your nervous system, balance hormones, and support detox. Yet up to 75% of Americans are deficient, leading to fatigue, anxiety, insomnia, migraines, and chronic health issues that are often overlooked.

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Shilajit: The Ancient Adaptogen for Energy, Vitality & Detoxification

Shilajit is a powerful mineral-rich adaptogen that supports energy, detoxification, hormone balance, and brain health. Learn how Black Lotus Shilajit stands out for purity and potency—and how we use it in functional protocols at Denver Sports and Holistic Medicine.

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The Dark Side of Food Processing & Engineering: GMOs, Glyphosate, and Engineered Foods (Part 2)

GMOs, glyphosate, and modern food processing expose us to hidden toxins long before food reaches the label. Learn where they hide and how to reduce exposure.

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Iodine: The Missing Link to Breast Health & Preventing Cancer

Discover how iodine protects breast health, reduces fibrocystic breast disease, and lowers breast cancer risk. Learn functional medicine strategies at Denver Sports and Holistic Medicine.

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Holistic Menopause Guide: Integrating BHRT With Nutrition, Lifestyle, and Functional Medicine

Discover how to integrate BHRT and holistic lifestyle for a smoother menopause journey. Learn about nutrition, exercise, stress management, sleep, and acupuncture to support your hormone health and well-being.

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Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy for Menopause & Perimenopause

Learn how bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) supports women through perimenopause and menopause using a holistic, personalized, and longevity-focused approach.

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Detox Done Right: A Comprehensive Guide to Safe and Effective Detoxification

Detoxification is not a cleanse or a temporary diet—it is a complex, continuous biological process that depends on liver function, nutrient status, gut health, and safe elimination pathways. This in-depth guide explains how detoxification actually works, outlines the three phases of liver detox, and shows how to reduce toxic load safely without triggering detox reactions or re-toxification.

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Male Infertility Matters: A Holistic Guide to Boosting Fertility Naturally

Infertility isn't just a female issue—male factors contribute to nearly half of all cases. In this blog, we explore the root causes of male infertility and how holistic strategies like functional medicine, lifestyle changes, and acupuncture can help improve sperm quality and enhance a couple’s chance of conception naturally.

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Migraines Unmasked: Natural Solutions for Lasting Relief

Are migraines disrupting your life? They’re more than just headaches—they’re a signal from your body. Learn how to uncover your personal triggers and explore natural, functional medicine strategies for lasting migraine relief.

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Endocrine Disruptors Explained: How Everyday Toxins Affect Your Hormones

Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are hidden in everyday products—from food packaging and personal care items to tap water and household cleaners. Learn how these toxins interfere with hormone signaling, increase disease risk, and what practical steps can help reduce exposure and protect long-term hormonal health.

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Erectile Dysfunction Isn’t Always Low Testosterone: A Surprising Case Study in Hormone Imbalance

Think low testosterone is the only cause of erectile dysfunction? A compelling case study reveals how estrogen dominance, inflammation, and metabolic issues can be the real drivers behind hormone-related symptoms. Learn how functional medicine uncovers root causes and offers lasting solutions.

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Is Intermittent Fasting Right for You? A Safety-First Guide to Sustainable Weight Loss

Intermittent fasting isn’t one-size-fits-all. Learn how to determine whether fasting supports your metabolism, energy, and health—or when it may need personalization.

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