Heart Disease and Diabetes: What Are We Trying to Prevent? Reading Time: 10 minutes Read More As a functional medicine physician, one of the most common scenarios I see in my practice is a patient sitting across from me, holding a copy of their recent lab work....
Why ‘Normal’ Cholesterol Doesn’t Mean Low Risk Reading Time: 11 minutes Read More As a functional medicine physician, one of the most common misconceptions I see in my practice is the belief that a “normal” cholesterol report is a clean bill of health for the heart. ...
What Is VO₂ Max and Why It Matters for Longevity and Peak Performance Reading Time: 14 minutes Read More VO2 Max: Your Biomarker for Longevity If you track your health, you’ve likely seen a number pop up on your watch or fitness app called “VO2 max.” For years, this...
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): The Definitive Guide to Making an Informed Decision Reading Time: 8 minutes Read More By Dan Lukaczer, ND The hot flashes are undeniable. The sleep disruption is exhausting. But it’s the other things—the creeping anxiety, the brain...
Early Heart Disease Detection: Carotid Intima-Media Thickness (CIMT) vs. Coronary Non-Contrast CT Scan Reading Time: 5 minutes Read More When it comes to cardiovascular health, early detection is key. Two powerful tools used to assess the risk of heart disease are...
