Seed oils are now a dominant source of dietary fat in modern diets, primarily consumed through ultra-processed foods and restaurant meals. As colorectal cancer rates rise—especially among younger adults—this article examines how seed oils, inflammation, gut health, and dietary patterns may influence long-term colon cancer risk within a prevention-focused framework.
Read MoreInflammatory bowel disease is a complex, immune-mediated condition that extends beyond the digestive tract. This article explores Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis through a functional medicine lens, examining gut barrier disruption, immune dysregulation, flare persistence, and integrative strategies that support long-term stability.
Read MoreGluten can contribute to intestinal permeability by disrupting the gut barrier and triggering immune activation. Learn the signs of gluten-related leaky gut and how to support healing at the root cause.
Read MoreMany people experience persistent symptoms after eating gluten despite negative celiac testing. This article explains what non-celiac gluten sensitivity is, how it affects the gut and immune system, and how it can be identified and managed within a root-cause framework.
Read MoreThyroid hormones rely on gut integrity, immune regulation, and proper nutrient absorption to function at the cellular level. This article explains why thyroid symptoms often persist despite normal labs—and how gut health shapes thyroid regulation.
Read MoreLeaky gut syndrome—also known as increased intestinal permeability—can drive inflammation, immune dysfunction, and chronic symptoms throughout the body. Learn how to heal at the root cause.
Read MoreHeartburn and acid reflux aren’t always caused by too much stomach acid. In many cases, reflux develops when digestion is impaired, stomach acid is too low, and the valve between the stomach and esophagus doesn’t function properly—creating symptoms that persist despite acid-suppressing treatment.
Read MoreAntibiotics are sometimes necessary—but they can disrupt the gut microbiome long after treatment ends. Learn how antibiotics affect digestion, immunity, and the gut-brain axis, and how a functional medicine approach can help restore balance and prevent long-term dysbiosis.
Read MoreGluten intolerance and celiac disease can damage the gut, disrupt immunity, and impair nutrient absorption. Learn how gluten affects the body and why true healing requires more than avoidance.
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