Dr. Sam Madeira is a Clinical Herbalist, Naturopathic Doctor and International Public Speaker in Seattle, WA.
He specializes in coaching and helping his male and female patients balance their hormones for optimal energy, weight & brain health.
10/21/2024
I had a wonderful time with everyone at the Health Conference presented on Organic Acid Profile (OAp) urine test from Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory 🧪 (DSL) for functional medicine practitioners to help find the root cause of their patients health problems.
I presented twice yesterday (Saturday). And had a great time meeting many different types of pBiocanicners from alBiocanic JeremyeriJennifer Malechafor hosting a wonderful event to the team @ Biocanic especially Biocanic Jeremy & Jennifer Malecha !
* Apollo Health Clinic will be closing indefinitely after October 31st, 2024.
* Final patient visits are by appointment only until October 3rd.
* It’s been an incredible honor to serve the Seattle Metro area since 2015 and the Flathead Valley, Montana community since 2019.
* Patient records will remain accessible through ChARM PHR & Biocanic for up to 10 years, per medical retention laws.
* Thank you for trusting me and my team with your health over the years. Stay tuned for updates on what I’ll be working on next! 🙏
— Dr. Sam Madeira
Seattle
06/28/2024
So true.
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06/19/2024
Tired of feeling sluggish? 😴 I've got a secret weapon for boundless energy: CARNITINE. 💪 This amino acid can supercharge your health, from your heart to your head (and even the bedroom 😉). Let me show you how!
"Oxidative stress, poor energetics and excitotoxicity are fundamentally inter-related. The three conditions both cause and affect one another." - Wooody McGinnis, MD, 2004
06/19/2024
Forget energy drinks, the real secret to tireless living is... CARNITINE. 🤫
I'm revealing how this unsung hero of your cells can boost your mood, heart health, and even your performance in the gym (and the bedroom 😉).
Check out my latest dispatch for the full scoop!
"Oxidative stress, poor energetics and excitotoxicity are fundamentally inter-related. The three conditions both cause and affect one another." - Wooody McGinnis, MD, 2004
06/16/2024
Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there today!
06/08/2024
I’m attending the Florida Naturopathic Physicians Association’s annual summit today.
Contact them through their website to support our cause!
There's still time to RSVP to join us in person or online for the 2024 Annual Summit: Maintaining Momentum for ND Licensure in Florida. The last day to register in person or for virtual attendance is NOON June 6. RSVP at bit.ly/FNPA24.
Morning Session:
Open to the Public, Invite a Friend!
Agenda Snapshot
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Review of Advocacy Efforts
Review of Legislative Strategy
Advancements for 2025
Grassroots networking
Political action committee
Donor of the Year Award
Legislator of the Year Award
*Breakfast at 9 AM, Lunch at 12 PM
Afternoon Session:
FNPA Members Only
1:00 - 4:00 PM
Zoom links will be sent to all virtual attendees on June 7.
06/06/2024
Exciting news! Tomorrow, I’m heading to the Florida Naturopathic Physicians Association's Annual Summit in Orlando! We’re pushing for licensure of Naturopathic Doctors to expand integrative healthcare and tackle the physician shortage in Florida.
Support this important cause for a healthier Florida! 🌟
Read more on my Substack below to learn how you can help give Floridians more healthcare options and address the projected shortage of 17,924 physicians by 2035!
"Florida desperately needs more qualified healthcare providers, especially those trained in the drugless prevention & treatment of disease. Naturopathic Doctors can meet the need." - Dr. Todd Robinson
06/06/2024
Today, I pause to honor and remember the brave Allied troops who stormed the beaches of Normandy on this day 80 years ago.
Their courage and sacrifice were pivotal in ending WW2 and securing the freedoms we cherish today. Among those heroes was my grandfather, whose bravery and dedication have always been an inspiration to me.
As we reflect on this significant anniversary, let us never forget the immense sacrifices made by so many for the cause of liberty and peace during World War 2 in all theaters, and other wars in our recent world history. Let their legacy live on in our hearts and actions.
Thank you to all the veterans and their families for their unwavering service and sacrifices. 🌺🇺🇸
06/06/2024
🌟 June is Men’s Health Month! 💪
For the rest of the month, I'll be diving deep into the often-overlooked root causes of low testosterone that I've discovered in my practice with adult male patients aged 19+. Testosterone levels plummet over the decades, leading to obesity, cardiovascular issues, and declines in cognitive and sexual health.
But the real villains? 💥Chronic stress, inflammation, sleep disorders, nutrient deficiencies, and environmental toxins!
Here's a quick breakdown:
TL;DR:
📉Testosterone drops by about 1% (total) and 2% (free) per year after age 30.
😰Modern life accelerates this decline with chronic stress, poor sleep, and nutrient deficiencies.
💉Only relying on hormone replacement can lead to severe side effects if root causes aren't addressed.
🔍 What's happening?
* NHANES data: Significant drops in testosterone from the late 1980s to early 2000s.
* Young men are also experiencing severe drops in testosterone levels.
* Environmental toxins and lifestyle factors play a massive role.
Over the next month, I'll cover the following root causes:
- Inflammation
- Chronic Stress
- Stealth Infections
- Poor Sleep & Sleep Disorders
- Nutrient Deficiencies
- Fatty Acid Balance & Cholesterol
- Medications
- Obesity & Body Composition Imbalances
- Blood Sugar Issues
- Trauma (Kicked in balls & TBIs)
- Genetics and Epigenetics
- Toxins
What to do:
1. Get your testosterone levels checked.
2. Consult a specialist in men’s hormones and root cause medicine.
3. Follow a tailored plan for lifestyle and integrative medicine interventions.
Men with low testosterone have an increased risk of all-cause mortality, heart attacks, and strokes. So, take charge of your health this month!
📅 Stay tuned for more insights and tips!
Read the full post here:
The Surprising Root Causes of Testosterone Decline
05/29/2024
Feeling drained, or wired & tired, and in need of a natural boost? 🌿
Discover the ancient secret to better sleep, increased strength, and anti-aging benefits with Ashwagandha!
Check out my latest blog post, "Ashwagandha Chronicles, Part 1: Journey into the Heart of Ancient Vitality and Recovery from Postmodern Exhaustion," and learn how this powerful herb can transform your health.
"The world breaks everyone, and afterward, many are strong at the broken places." — Ernest Hemingway
05/26/2024
Feeling stressed, down, or just not as sharp as you used to be?
😔 What if a simple spice could be your secret weapon for a happier mood, calmer mind, and a brain that fires on all cylinders?
In my latest Substack article, "Rediscovering Saffron: Nature's Answer to Depression, Anxiety, & Brain Health," we're exploring the incredible potential of this golden spice to transform your mental and cognitive well-being.
Want to discover how saffron can supercharge your brainpower and bring back your sunshine? ☀️
Hit the link below to dive into the amazing world of saffron & subscribe to my Substack newsletter for more natural health tips you won't want to miss!
“Don't wait for that special occasion. Today, tomorrow, and every day are special occasions. Use your saffron. She's worth it, and you're worth it.” ― Naz Deravian, Bottom of the Pot: Persian Recipes
05/04/2024
9 years ago I opened Apollo Health Clinic in downtown Seattle!
What an amazing experience it’s been. 🙏
04/27/2024
Share your go-to nutrition app and suggest improvements in the comments below.
04/26/2024
What are your top 3 nutrition questions you have when changing your diet?
04/01/2024
Please like and/or comment on this post, if you know who I am.
I met someone from a marketing company earlier this year who said
“No one knows who you are.”
If I get enough engagement, I'll send him a screenshot to chew on. If nothing else should be entertaining
03/31/2024
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and Post Concussive Syndrome (PCS) are a chronic health problem for millions of Americans and globally. Not just retired military and NFL players, everyday people suffer from this too.
Post-concussive syndrome is often misdiagnosed as anxiety, depression, and can become narcolepsy, chronic fatigue syndrome, hormone dysfunction, hypogonadism, hypopituitarism and much more!
Every year, an estimated 2.8 million Americans sustain a traumatic brain injury, and more than 5 million people are living with a permanent brain injury-related disability – that’s one in 60 Americans. Yet, the long-term impacts of brain injury are not well known outside of the community. In our new position paper, “Brain Injury: A Lifelong Journey,” BIAA is calling for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to designate brain injury as a chronic condition, and that brain injury should be recognized, treated, and covered as such. This position paper gathers the perspectives of survivors, caregivers, and medical professionals about what designating brain injury as a chronic condition would mean. Read it or download your free copy here: https://bit.ly/43GjA9R
03/30/2024
Happy National Doctor’s Day 🩺!
Celebrating all physicians for their unwavering dedication to bettering lives. A heartfelt thank you for your service and commitment!
As a Naturopathic Doctor, I’m passionate about healing through a root cause and integrative approach, focusing on homeostasis and self-healing. My methods include evidence-based medical nutrition, supplements, botanical medicine, lifestyle coaching, hormone therapy, metabolic health, sports nutrition, IV therapies, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and more.
This journey started over 20 years ago as a Wilderness EMT and ski patroller, leading to over a decade in clinical practice and helping 9,000+ patients. I specialize in aiding men aged 35-55 with issues like hair loss, weight management, mood, sleep, fatigue, cardiometabolic and hormonal imbalances.
Now accepting new patients for 2024, I’m here to help you achieve optimal wellness. Let’s unlock your vitality together!
Services also include:
💉 PRP injections
😎 neural therapy
Other Regenerative Medicine injections
🏡 plus house calls
💻 telemedicine
🏥 office visits in Whitefish & Missoula, MT, and Seattle, WA.
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A patient commented on my cast on my right arm, “It’s probably good that you had this experience [referring to my broken wrist] so you can relate to your patients’ pain.” I said, “True, but I’ve had my fair share of health concerns as well”. I will get into those details later… and yet this short interaction made me reflect deeply – how easy it is to judge a stranger based upon their appearance. Unless the damage is visible, such as a broken arm or a missing limb, we simply don’t notice silent conditions.
Just the other day I comforted a patient who hates blood draws by saying, “See? I did a blood draw on myself the other day”. They responded, “Why did you need a blood draw? I imagine you are really healthy”.
That’s the problem, isn’t it? We can’t see how healthy or unhealthy someone is unless we are trained and even then us doctors can miss it.
My personal journey towards a healthy life began as a teenager. After being a Varsity Athlete and High Honor Roll student in middle school, the unexpected happened. I began to suffer from signs of depression and chronic fatigue during my freshmen year in High School and beyond. Fatigued without a true diagnosis even after many doctor appointments all over New England, and being such a young patient, I frequently visited the heavier life questions, “What is wrong with me? How do I prevent & cure this unknown condition? How do I want to live? And how do I want to die? How do I want to spend the last ten years of my life?”
My Chronic Fatigue Syndrome didn’t end after being prescribed synthroid (i.e. – levothyroxine, one of the most commonly prescribed medications in the USA), and counseling sessions, nor consulting with a world renowned Naturopathic Physician.
I continued to suffer through high school and college with extreme fatigue. Soon after I graduated from naturopathic medical school, I finally received a diagnosis of Chronic Lyme Disease with Lyme Co-Infections and Reactivated Mononucleosis and Cytomegalovirus. I had seen many doctors in Seattle and none of them tested me for this disease. I was shocked yet relieved. How could I have this disease? When did I get it?
I grew up in New England and pulled many deer tics off my legs after running around in the woods in Vermont. I had seen the movie Under Our Skin while in medical school, and never thought I would be one of the hundreds of thousands of people with Chronic Lyme disease. Now that I knew what the cause was I became 100% determined to beat Lyme Disease, and no longer let it hold me back from being active and engaged in life.
Today, Chronic Lyme disease is still a controversial diagnosis. I share my experience with you so you understand, that we all suffer, myself included. This path of adversity continues to inspire me to become the best physician possible with the skills and treatments to heal people from Chronic Fatigue and Chronic Diseases.
Maybe you also have days of looking out the bedroom window, while sick in bed wondering, ‘When I will be able to go outside – hike, ski, or travel soon?’ When you are chronically ill you don’t have the energy to over analyze treatments, and you are willing to do whatever it takes to get well, and get out of your disease confined routines.
Once you are feel supported, have more knowledge about your health challenges, you will do whatever it takes to reach your health goals. All the doors to your life will simply open up. What we do today impacts how we age later in life.
Naturopathic medicine has allowed me to create a daily life I dreamed of. I am currently on a wellness plan that allows me the energy to exercise on a regular basis, cook my own meals, and enjoy hiking and skiing adventures in nature. I currently use prescription medications, and botanical medicines daily to maintain a state of health.
The blood draw I performed on my own arm that I described earlier was for a test which revealed there is no longer detectable Lyme infection in my blood. My immune system is fully intact and responsive today. Naturopathic medicine can return your health and vitality to you, empowering you to create the life you could previously only dream about.
I would like to partner with you as your doctor and health guide. I will utilize my personal experience to understand you better, and promptly find the correct diagnosis and most efficacious treatment(s) for you.
