If you suffer from adrenal fatigue, lack of energy, sleep problems, or seasonal mood changes, then getting proper exposure to light and darkness is key in rebalancing the hormone symphony. #fxmed#hormones#immunefunction https://t.co/zK8CFwFUJE
Inflammation is your body’s response to danger signals, sounding the alarms to trigger biochemical processes to keep you alive in times of infection, injury, & trauma. #fxmed#inflammation#functionalmedicine https://t.co/FXbQlCXUfa
Doing a 10 minute meditation once or twice daily can have profound impacts on your physiology, especially improving inflammatory markers #fxmed#chronicillness#obesity https://t.co/kXtmkqYZq1
We work hard on a daily basis to overcome some of the negative patterns that have been ingrained in us since we were young children. #fxmed#mentalhealth#emotions#eczema#autoimmunity https://t.co/IKruk5qtnu
Our rapid evolution in the last several millennia has dramatically reduced our contact with nature and we are suffering the consequences. Technology has replaced our relationship with nature… and with other humans. #fxmed#health#chronicdisease https://t.co/zmapEWBMsX
Caffeine sends a signal to the brain which sends a signal to the adrenal glands to pump out cortisol and adrenaline (epinephrine), effectively putting your body in constant fight-or-flight mode. #fxmed#eczema#inflammation https://t.co/fs8VOA8V7A
Modern technology and habits, coupled with the seasonal changes can wreak havoc on your mood, sleep, and immune function #fxmed#hormones#immunefunction https://t.co/zK8CFwFUJE
When adults engage in creative activities such as art, music, writing, or fantasy/pretend play, areas of the brain are stimulated that increase happiness & plasticity, while disrupting mental patterns of stress & anxiety #fxmed#functionalmedicine#health https://t.co/vIUQq5ONkw
Our daily life decisions are more important than ever before since we’re at a pivotal point in human history. By starting with some simple life choices, you have the power to reverse this trend. #fxmed#chronicillness#obesity https://t.co/kXtmkqYZq1
Relationships can become strained and distant when everyone knows there’s a skeleton(s) in the the closet that everyone is just sweeping under the rug. #fxmed#mentalhealth#emotions#eczema#autoimmunity https://t.co/IKruk5qtnu
To experience true health you need some other fundamental components: true stress reduction and mitigation, a clean environment, and connections with nature and people. #fxmed#health#chronicdisease https://t.co/zmapEWBMsX
When you have children your life changes. You’re completely responsible for another life which is an immense responsibility. We all do our best but still make mistakes. #fxmed#mentalhealth#emotions#eczema#autoimmunity https://t.co/IKruk5qtnu
Some of the work regarding diet and lifestyle can be started on your own, but if you have a complex or chronic case, working with someone else will likely save you lots of frustration. #fxmed#healthtips#healing https://t.co/fXaVqPdOJQ
I’m a big fan of food as medicine. Some of the best anti-inflammatory foods are herbs and spices, specifically turmeric, ginger, and garlic. Together, these are anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, & gut and skin healing. #fxmed#eczema#inflammation https://t.co/Ywr0WIxfju
Caffeine is America’s number one drug of choice. But sadly, your favorite pick-me-up can be counterproductive if you have a condition like eczema that has roots in inflammation. #fxmed#eczema#inflammation https://t.co/fs8VOA8V7A
Sunlight stimulates the production of cortisol & serotonin, while dimness & darkness promote melatonin production. As with all hormone function, cortisol, serotonin, & melatonin work in concert with each other to regulate circadian rhythms #fxmed#hormones https://t.co/zK8CFwFUJE
Experiencing new things and allowing the brain to wonder produces physiological changes that reduce stress if we look at them the right way. Don’t let new experiences cause you anxiety or stress, embrace them instead. #fxmed#health#functionalmedicine https://t.co/vIUQq5ONkw