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5 Tips to Naturally Boost Immunity to Improve COVID Outcomes | Integrative Medicine of Arizona

As we finish up 2022 and head into 2023, the COVID battle continues, along with its consequences on our physical and mental health.

When you boost your immune system, you will prevent severe symptoms from occurring and/or experience better outcomes after coming down with COVID, Flu, or the common cold.

Read Dr. Dersam's latest article on Boosting Immunity to learn 5 tips on how to strengthen your immune system to fight COVID, Flu & the common cold.

5 Tips to Naturally Boost Immunity to Improve COVID Outcomes | Integrative Medicine of Arizona As we finish up 2022 and head into 2023, the COVID battle continues, along with their consequences on our physical and mental health.By now, you most

We wish you a safe and happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Integrative Medicine of Arizona.

The Key to Preventing and Reversing Alzheimer’s: Early Detection | Integrative Medicine of Arizona

Do you often misplace your keys or can’t remember the neighbor’s name for the life of you? Or you tell your daughter the same story three times because you forget if you told them or not already. While these small instances that we so commonly brush off may not be a big deal, for some, it could be a sign of mild cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s Disease.

While it may be hard to face and accept the reality of declining memory, and a diagnosis of Dementia or Alzheimer’s, I want to give you hope today.

Research has come a long way since 10 years ago. What was once thought of as a life sentence and one of the most helpless diseases (for the person experiencing it and for their loved ones), today I’m telling you there are answers. 💜

The Key to Preventing and Reversing Alzheimer’s: Early Detection | Integrative Medicine of Arizona Do you often misplace your keys or can’t remember the neighbor's name for the life of you? Or you tell your daughter the same story three times because

2022 Walk to End Alzheimer's - Phoenix, AZ

Tomorrow is Phoenix’s Walk to End Alzheimer's which is part of the world's largest event to fight Alzheimer's Disease. It’s not too late to join now or donate to help raise awareness and funds for care, support and research. 💜 💜 💜

2022 Walk to End Alzheimer's - Phoenix, AZ Join us for 2022 Walk to End Alzheimer's - Phoenix, AZ on 11/05/2022. Register today.

2022 Walk to End Alzheimer's - Phoenix, AZ

The Walk to End Alzheimer's is the world's largest event to fight Alzheimer's. Phoenix has our walk next Saturday, November 5th. Join now or donate to help raise awareness and funds for care, support and research. 💜

2022 Walk to End Alzheimer's - Phoenix, AZ Join us for 2022 Walk to End Alzheimer's - Phoenix, AZ on 11/05/2022. Register today.

Healthy Tips to Prevent Breast Cancer | Integrative Medicine of Arizona

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to raise awareness about the impact of breast cancer. So what are some ways to lower your risk? Here are 7 things you can do to lower your risk and help prevent breast cancer. 💕

Healthy Tips to Prevent Breast Cancer | Integrative Medicine of Arizona Lifestyle changes can help reduce your risk of breast cancer or breast cancer recurrence. Here are 7 Healthy Tips to prevent breast cancer.

Fungi: A Dr. Weil Favorite | Healthy Living | Andrew Weil, M.D.

Mushrooms’ rich, complex flavors aren’t all they have to offer. Many varieties have potent medicinal activities. Read to learn about some of Dr. Weil’s favorite varieties and tall their health benefits.

Fungi: A Dr. Weil Favorite | Healthy Living | Andrew Weil, M.D. Dr. Weil has a well-known passion for mushrooms. He began to hunt them in the wild years ago and still does. Mushrooms’ rich, complex flavors aren’t all

Dr. Kristi Funk talks new advancements in fight against breast cancer

This is a great video of Dr. Kristi Funk talking with Good Morning America about the latest advancements in breast cancer detection and treatments. She discusses some lifestyle advice we use with our patients on the importance of a good diet low in sugar and carbs and high in vegetables, the benefits of eating more mushrooms, and the importance of a good group of friends for support.

Dr. Kristi Funk talks new advancements in fight against breast cancer The surgeon and author of the book, "Breasts: The Owner's Manual," discusses the latest news and weighs in on steps to help prevent breast cancer.

Autoimmune Disorders and Functional Medicine: The Key to Lasting Relief | Integrative Medicine of Arizona

Just 20 years ago autoimmune diseases were considered a rare medical condition. Cases are now skyrocketing, especially in the United States and more economically developed countries. Why is this?

Read Dr. Dersam's most recent blog and discover:

• What is Autoimmunity
• Autoimmune Disease Symptoms
• Types of Autoimmune Diseases
• What Causes Autoimmune Disease
• Treating Autoimmune Disease with Functional Medicine

Autoimmune Disorders and Functional Medicine: The Key to Lasting Relief | Integrative Medicine of Arizona Just 20 years ago autoimmune diseases were considered a rare medical condition. Cases are now skyrocketing, especially in the United States and more

Surprising Way To Boost Your Memory | Andrew Weil, M.D.

At Canada’s McMaster University researchers found that sedentary but otherwise healthy seniors between the ages of 60 and 88 who exercised using short bursts of activity, increased their memory by up to 30 percent. A little activity goes a long way!

Surprising Way To Boost Your Memory | Andrew Weil, M.D. Researchers found that sedentary but otherwise healthy seniors between the ages of 60 and 88 who exercised using short bursts of activity, increased their memory by up to 30 percent.

You already know that onions can leave a powerful smell on your breath, but did you know they can also make your belly bloated? Even though they’re usually eaten in small quantities, onions are one of the main dietary sources of fructans which are soluble fibers that can cause bloating. To limit bloating and gas caused by onions just eat smaller portions and make sure to not eat them raw.

When the intestinal wall becomes leaky, even previously well-tolerated foods may be targeted as invaders by the immune system. Your body is now generating antibodies daily to otherwise harmless food particles that are now “leaking” through the intestinal wall, then each time that food is ingested, antibodies are produced. This overabundance of antibodies may attack other tissues in your body causing a host of symptoms and eventually leading to serious health issues.

Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient needed for the function of the nervous system and for forming blood cells. It is also required for healthy DNA methylation to prevent cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, and during pregnancy. Some individuals will need supplements to maintain proper levels but it is possible to hit your daily recommended vitamin B12 amount through your diet. Vitamin B12 is naturally present in animal foods like fish, meat, poultry, eggs, and dairy products.

11 Effects of Sleep Deprivation on Your Body

Sleep is critical to healthy immune system function, yet an estimated one-third of Americans don’t get enough sleep every night. For many people, practicing better sleep hygiene is a simple and achievable way to improve the quality of their sleep and overall wellness.

11 Effects of Sleep Deprivation on Your Body Sleep deprivation not only effects how you feel the next day, it can also have an effect on your entire body. From weight gain to an early death, a lack of sleep can have a surprisingly serious impact. Learn how your body responds to sleep deprivation and what you risk.

We are starting to see an uptick in individuals experiencing recurring or new symptoms even after they have recovered from contracting Covid, making it extremely difficult to live their lives. This has been termed “long covid”

Each case of Long COVID Syndrome has different precursors and not all long-haulers will have the same outcomes with the same treatments.

However, these 5 treatment tips for Long Covid can help the majority of individuals optimize their health and get their bodies back into a state of balance and functioning to feel better again and get their life back to normal.

Afraid of Suffering From Long Covid Forever? 5 Hopeful Tips You Need Right Now | Integrative Medicine of Arizona

Maybe you’re aware of long covid and have been struggling with it personally for months. You are afraid of suffering from long covid forever. The good news is there's hope and you can recover and feel like yourself again. However, it requires you to take action and place more power over your own health into your own hands.

Read Dr. Dersam's latest blog on long covid and learn 5 tips to help beat long covid along with the supplements Dr. Dersam recommends to help with recovery.

Afraid of Suffering From Long Covid Forever? 5 Hopeful Tips You Need Right Now | Integrative Medicine of Arizona Over 3 million people in the United States have contracted COVID since the pandemic's beginning. While some individuals experience mild or non-existent

Could You Have SIBO? How a SIBO Specific Diet and Lifestyle Can Help | Integrative Medicine of Arizona

If you commonly experience bloating, abdominal pain, feeling extremely full, or diarrhea after eating, SIBO may be to blame. SIBO stands for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, and it occurs when there is an overgrowth of bacteria in the small intestine.

This can lead to a variety of symptoms that has you hunched over in pain. The good news is that SIBO can be fixed with the help of functional medicine approaches.

Could You Have SIBO? How a SIBO Specific Diet and Lifestyle Can Help | Integrative Medicine of Arizona If you commonly experience bloating, abdominal pain, feeling extremely full, or diarrhea after eating, SIBO may be to blame. SIBO stands for small

Why Exercise Is Good for Gut Health

Recent studies suggest that an increase in exercise can enhance the number of beneficial microbial species, enriching microbial diversity, as well as enhanced short-chain fatty acid synthesis and carbohydrate metabolism.

Why Exercise Is Good for Gut Health Exercise supports a healthy gut microbiome; and a healthy gut may support workout performance, too.

What is CIRS and How to Address it with Integrative and Functional Medicine | Integrative Medicine of Arizona

Are you dealing with a plethora of symptoms that have your primary care doctors scratching their heads? Your symptoms range from digestive issues to brain fog to even sensitivity to light.

Well, your providers may be missing a key part of the puzzle. Hidden mold toxicity and other underlying infections could be causing damage on a cellular level, manifesting into Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS).

This article will answer the question, “What is CIRS?” and address how it can be successfully treated with integrative and functional approaches.

What is CIRS and How to Address it with Integrative and Functional Medicine | Integrative Medicine of Arizona Are you dealing with a plethora of symptoms that have your primary care doctors scratching their heads? Your symptoms range from digestive issues to brain

If you or someone you know has mold illness, Lyme Disease, or COVID-19 acute & long-haul, ISEAI has an online conference starting tomorrow May 20th -22nd.

They have options for medical and environmental professionals, a public $99 option, and 50% off for students.

One week to the ISEAI conference (Part 1) May 20-22! Options for medical and environmental professionals, a public $99 option, and 50% off for students.

Part 1: our patients’ Exposome. 🏘🌳🥞🦠 Day 1 - Mold illness & indoor air quality 🏘 Day 2 - Infections & Toxicants - Lyme, co-infections, COVID-19 acute & long-haul 🦠 Day 3 - Exposome Meets the Self: Genetics, Epi-genetics & Susceptibilities.

Part 2 September 16-18 gets in-depth on the Interfaces, Self and Systems.

https://conference.iseai.org

More Benefits Of The Great Outdoors | Andrew Weil, M.D.

Two recent studies add to what conventional wisdom has long suggested: Nature is good for both body and mind. Whenever possible, spend time in nature 🌳 🌿 💚

More Benefits Of The Great Outdoors | Andrew Weil, M.D. Two recent studies add to what conventional wisdom has long suggested: Nature is good for both body and mind.

What is Leaky Gut? The Truth Behind Rising Health Issues | Integrative Medicine of Arizona

Is an autoimmune condition, chronic inflammation, or nagging symptoms, like exhaustion and daily headaches, holding you back from living each day to the fullest? What if I told you a leaky gut could be to blame.

In this article, I’m sharing how this often overlooked gut issue can contribute to numerous health issues that the majority of our population is facing today and what treatments are available.

What is Leaky Gut? The Truth Behind Rising Health Issues | Integrative Medicine of Arizona Is an autoimmune condition, chronic inflammation, or nagging symptoms, like exhaustion and daily headaches, holding you back from living each day to the

One of the easiest ways to ensure your body receives all of the nutrients it needs is to eat fruits and vegetables in the full spectrum of colors. Nature has developed its own “color-coding” system, with different compounds creating different hues in our foods. It’s these compounds that provide a lot of the crucial nutrients our bodies need to be as healthy as possible.

Most orange and yellow foods contain carotenoids that give this group their vibrant color. The most famous carotenoid called Beta Carotene is found in sweet potatoes, pumpkins and carrots. These foods offer anit-bacterial, anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory benefits, promoters of eye, heart, skin and vascular health. to blindness. Healthy orange and yellow foods include cantaloupe, carrots, mangos, oranges, pumpkin, sweet potato, turmeric, yams, apples, Asian pears, bananas, bell peppers, corn, ginger, lemons, pineapple, and summer squash.

Claims of mold issues at Arizona State University dorms

Watch our very own Dr. Dersam speak with ABC15 about mold illness for a story they ran on mold issues at Arizona State University dorms. If you suspect you have biotoxin Illness from mold exposure and are looking for a Functional Medicine Doctor who is knowledgeable in diagnosing and treating mold illness, reach out to our office today to book your initial consultation.

Claims of mold issues at Arizona State University dorms Multiple families claim their children have fallen ill due to a mold issue inside Arizona State University dorms. ASU says that is not the case. So, ABC15 did some digging and spoke to a mom and dad who say their child, who goes to ASU, has been under specialists’ care for months.

The Undeniable Link Between Inflammation and Heart Disease: Are You at Risk? | Integrative Medicine of Arizona

If you follow medical news or have seen your doctor lately you have probably heard the buzzword “inflammation” or read articles on anti-inflammatory diets. So, what is the big deal with inflammation and why should you care? Well, the link between inflammation and heart disease is becoming impossible to ignore.

So, what happens when inflammation becomes chronic, meaning that those inflammatory responses never really shut down? Read my latest blog on Inflammation and Heart Disease where I discuss:

- What is inflammation?
- The real issue with Chronic Inflammation
- The Link Between Inflammation and Heart Disease
- How do you know if you have underlying chronic inflammation?
- What causes underlying chronic inflammation?
- How can you lower chronic inflammation and reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease?

Remember that chronic inflammation can be silent and invisible. But you can start taking the steps today to lower it and reduce your risk of developing heart disease.❤️

The Undeniable Link Between Inflammation and Heart Disease: Are You at Risk? | Integrative Medicine of Arizona If you follow medical news or have seen your doctor lately you have probably heard the buzzword “inflammation” or read articles on anti-inflammatory

Even though heart disease ❤️ is the No. 1 killer of women in the United States, women often chalk up the symptoms to less life-threatening conditions like acid reflux, the flu or normal aging.

Your body is very adept at giving signals when something’s wrong, so it is important to listen especially when it comes to heart health. Heart attack and stroke are life-or-death emergencies — every second counts. If you think you or someone you’re with has any symptoms of heart attack or stroke, call 911 immediately.

Heart attack symptoms can vary from person to person, but the most common signs of a heart attack are:

Heart Attack in Women Under 40 | The Risk May Surprise You | Integrative Medicine of Arizona

Heart disease kills approximately one woman every single minute, making this disease the number one cause of death for women…even higher than all causes of cancers COMBINED.

Even more troubling, a recent study found that the annual incidence of acute myocardial infarction (heart attack) increased in the last twenty years, especially among young women (between 34 and 55 years old) while decreasing among young men.

So why is the risk of a heart attack in women under 40 on the rise? Read my latest blog to find out why.

Heart Attack in Women Under 40 | The Risk May Surprise You | Integrative Medicine of Arizona If you thought that heart disease predominantly affects men, you are not alone. In fact, only one in five American women believes that heart disease is a

Today we ❤️ ❤️ to help raise awareness of heart disease in women and the ways women can take action to keep their hearts healthy. Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer of women, causing 1 in 3 deaths each year. Fortunately, we can change that because a majority of cardiac and stroke events may be prevented with education and action. Know your heart health numbers, raise awareness and save lives! ❤️

February 3rd is National Women Physicians Day where we recognize the day the first woman, Elizabeth Blackwell, obtained her medical degree in the United States in 1848. She paved the way for women physicians, and we will continue to pave the way for those who come after us. 👩‍⚕️👩🏽‍⚕️🧑🏻‍⚕️

February is American Heart Health Month and the perfect time to focus on your cardiovascular health! Managing your blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes can significantly lower your risk of heart disease. One of the best places to start is knowing your numbers for blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol and BMI. Make an appointment with your primary care physician today to know your heart health numbers.

4 Functional Medicine Skin-Care Tips To Follow | Well+Good

It’s typical when you have skin issues to just treat the problem topically which can have many benefits. But as a Functional Medicine practitioner we are always looking for the root cause of what may be causing your skin issues rather than just masking the symptoms with creams. Here are 4 ways to treat your skin issues from the inside out through things like improving your diet and eating specific skin-improving foods.

4 Functional Medicine Skin-Care Tips To Follow | Well+Good Learn these functional medicine skin-care tips to take an inside-out approach to your skin-care routine this winter season.

Five ways you could improve your gut health

Our everyday lifestyle choices affect the health of our microbiome for better or worse. Your gut microbiome plays a huge role in many aspects of your overall wellness. Having an abundant and diverse colony of helpful bacteria living in your gut helps your body improve immune function, synthesize nutrients, control appetite, and improve your overall mental wellbeing. Here are 5 great ways to improve your gut health.

Five ways you could improve your gut health BBC Food

Is Vitamin D the Key to Boosting Your Immune System? | Integrative Medicine of Arizona

Vitamin D plays numerous vital roles in your body, impacting your heart health, brain health, nervous system, and immune system. In fact, there are Vitamin D receptors on almost every cell in your body! So it stands to be that Vitamin D is one of the most essential vitamins/hormones you can take. Learn more about Vitamin D and your immune system in Dr. Dersam’s newest blog below.☀️

Is Vitamin D the Key to Boosting Your Immune System? | Integrative Medicine of Arizona Did you know that Vitamin D is actually a hormone rather than a vitamin? It’s true. Vitamin D acts like a hormone in your body, although we still call it

When a person is repeatedly exposed to unknown food triggers, the result can be an inflamed gut, activation of the immune response and chronic underlying inflammation. This can lead to development of symptoms such as:

Alzheimer's Disease | Aging Gracefully | Andrew Weil, M.D.

Alzheimer's disease affects an estimated four million Americans. Here are gentle, natural dietary and lifestyle changes that may lower your risk.

Alzheimer's Disease | Aging Gracefully | Andrew Weil, M.D. Alzheimer's disease affects an estimated four million Americans. Here are gentle, natural dietary and lifestyle changes that may lower your risk.

The Link Between Gut Health & Blood Sugar Spikes + An MD's Routine For Both

Our gut's balance of bacteria is connected to the health of just about every function in our body. Did you know that gut health is also linked to blood sugar too? The gut microbiota can help prevent and control blood sugar metabolism disorders by targeting multiple pathways in the intestine, liver, and pancreas. These pathways can tip the balance in favor of improved gut health, glycemic control, lipid profile, insulin resistance, and reduced inflammation.

The Link Between Gut Health & Blood Sugar Spikes + An MD's Routine For Both Wait — are the two related?

Green Tea, Red Wine and Chocolate | Videos | Andrew Weil, M.D.

Green tea, red wine, and chocolate can be considered great sources of antioxidants in the diet. Antioxidants are substances that can protect your body against cancer, heart disease, and various other diseases by neutralizing free radicals. Antioxidants scavenge free radicals from the body cells and prevent or reduce the damage caused by oxidation.

Green Tea, Red Wine and Chocolate | Videos | Andrew Weil, M.D. Dr. Weil considers green tea, red wine and chocolate to be great sources of antioxidants in the diet. Learn more in this video.

Integrative Exercise For Emotional Wellness - Spontaneous Happiness

Daily integrative exercise is vital to emotional wellness. In this video, Dr. Weil discusses how physical exercise can be a treatment for depression, as well as a way to prevent it.

Integrative Exercise For Emotional Wellness - Spontaneous Happiness Daily integrative exercise is vital to emotional wellness. In this video, Dr. Weil discusses how physical exercise can be a treatment for depression.

Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that is involved in many crucial functions. This includes maintaining healthy nerve cells to helping in the production of DNA and RNA. Unfortunately, our bodies do not make vitamin B12, which means that we must get it through our diet or supplementation. Here are some of the best sources of vitamin B12 to include in your diet.

• Clam
• Grass-fed beef liver
• Sardines
• Salmon
• Cod
• Lamb
• Oyster
• Mussels
• Scallops
• Shrimp
• Beef
• Yogurt
• Eggs

Honey vs. Maple Syrup? | Nutrition | Andrew Weil, M.D.

More and more people are making a move to healthier alternatives to refined sugars. Honey and maple sugar are two of the healthiest. Although both honey and maple syrup have a lot of similarities, they have some key differences, too.

Honey vs. Maple Syrup? | Nutrition | Andrew Weil, M.D. Although both honey and maple syrup have a lot of similarities, they have some key differences, too.