Dr. Frank Aieta (Naturopathic Physician)

01/25/2026

Due to the snow, our office will be closed on Monday, January 26th

** PLEASE NOTE: If you have a scheduled phone appointment, your appointment will still take place as planned.

Please stay safe and warm. We look forward to seeing you soon.

01/25/2026

Hey friends and followers! 👋 As a naturopathic physician, I’m always diving into the latest research on mental health, and I wanted to share some eye-opening insights on SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) – those common antidepressants many rely on.

⚠️ Let’s break it down with the facts, no sugarcoating.

Recent studies (from 2024-2026) are highlighting serious long-term side effects of SSRIs. We’re talking increased risks of heart disease, metabolic issues like weight gain and high blood pressure, emotional numbness, s*xual dysfunction, and even reduced positive feelings. 😔

One analysis from the University of Bristol showed long-term use (5-10 years) could double heart disease risk.  Withdrawal is no joke either – up to 30% of long-term users experience symptoms lasting over 3 months, sometimes years, due to brain changes. 🚫 It’s called protracted withdrawal syndrome, and it’s prompting major scrutiny.  
But why are SSRIs often ineffective for so many? 🤔

Turns out, they only help about 60% of people with moderate to severe depression, and even then, tolerance can build over time, making them lose steam. 

The cause of depression is multifaceted: Think genetic vulnerabilities, stressful life events, faulty brain mood regulation, attachment issues, or even inflammation and gut-brain connections.   

SSRIs target serotonin, but if that’s not the root, they’re like putting a band-aid on a deeper wound. 🩹

That’s where natural approaches shine! 🌿 Let’s address root causes with precursor amino acids like 5-HTP (from tryptophan) and tyrosine.

These are building blocks for brain chemicals: Tryptophan converts to serotonin for mood stability, while tyrosine fuels dopamine, epinephrine, and other catecholamines for motivation and energy. 💡

Studies show 5-HTP can improve depression symptoms as effectively as some antidepressants, and combining it with tyrosine offers a balanced boost without the harsh side effects.    

They help by supporting your body’s own production – no forcing reuptake like SSRIs.

Bonus: They can even aid in tapering off meds safely under guidance. 📈

Of course, everyone’s unique – consult a pro before starting anything, especially if on meds (to avoid interactions like serotonin syndrome). If you’re struggling, reach out; naturopathic medicine can make a real difference! 🌟 What are your thoughts?

01/23/2026

🚨 Is Cholesterol REALLY the Villain? ❓❤️
Hey friends! Ever wondered why half of heart attacks happen to people with “normal” cholesterol levels?
😲 Or what the REAL culprit behind cardiovascular disease might be? (Hint: It’s not what you’ve been told! 🔥)

In my eBook, “Is Cholesterol the Real Villain? Advanced Strategies for Achieving Optimal Cardiovascular Health,” I dive deep into:
✅ Debunking the cholesterol myth that could change how you view your health forever…
✅ The hidden role of oxidative stress and why it’s silently sabotaging your arteries… 🛡️
✅ A simple, inexpensive lab test that reveals your TRUE risk level (and it’s not your usual cholesterol check!) 📊
✅ Powerful, natural ways to slash your risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and more – without relying on meds! 💊🚫

But wait… I can’t spill all the secrets here! 😉

You’ll have to grab your copy to uncover the “master antioxidant” that’s a game-changer for your body’s defense system and how to boost it naturally. 💥

Take back your health today! 📖

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Who’s ready to rethink cholesterol? Comment below! 👇❤️

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01/21/2026

🚨 WARNING: Microplastics Are Invading Your Body RIGHT NOW! 😱🦠
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01/21/2026

Hey guys! 👋 As a naturopathic physician, I see this ALL the time in men’s health – let’s talk TESTOSTERONE! 💪

It’s that powerhouse hormone that fuels so much in your body. Here’s the lowdown:
🔹 What Testosterone Does in the Body: It builds muscle mass and strength, maintains bone density, regulates fat distribution, boosts red blood cell production, fires up your s*x drive and s***m production, and even influences mood and energy levels. Basically, it’s your body’s natural performance enhancer! 🏋️‍♂️

🔹 Symptoms of Low Testosterone: Feeling wiped out? 😴 Low T can show up as fatigue, depression, reduced libido, erectile dysfunction, loss of muscle, increased body fat, hair loss, or trouble concentrating. Don’t ignore these red flags – they can sneak up on you!

Now, the BIG differentiator in blood work: Total Testosterone vs. Free (Bioavailable) Testosterone.

📊 Total T measures ALL the testosterone in your blood, including what’s bound up and unavailable. Free T? That’s the unbound, ACTIVE stuff your tissues can actually use!

Bioavailable T includes free T plus loosely bound T. You NEED to know both for the full picture. ⚠️

Enter S*x Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG) – the sneaky binder! 🔗 SHBG grabs onto testosterone, making it inactive. If SHBG is elevated (due to aging, liver issues, high estrogen, thyroid problems, obesity, or even certain meds), it ties up your T, leading to LOW free testosterone… even if your total T looks normal or HIGH!

😲 That means symptoms persist despite “good” labs. Men, insist your doc checks TOTAL T, FREE T, BIOAVAILABLE T, and SHBG! 🩸
Strategies to Lower SHBG and Boost Free T? 🌟

• Lose excess weight (especially belly fat) through diet and exercise. 🥗🏃‍♂️
• Consider boron-rich foods or supplements (like from nuts or fruits) – studies show it can help reduce SHBG.
• Balance blood sugar with low-glycemic eating to avoid insulin spikes that raise SHBG.
• Strength training and adequate protein intake – they support hormone optimization!
• Check out my all natural testosterone boosting supplement: T-STIM COMPLEX💪
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And here’s a critical health alert: Low Free Testosterone’s Cardiovascular Risks. ❤️‍🩹

Low free T is linked to negative effects like increased inflammation, poor blood vessel function, and higher plaque buildup in arteries.

It’s an INDEPENDENT risk factor for cardiovascular disease – meaning it ups your odds of heart attacks or strokes EVEN IF your blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar are spot on! 📈 Don’t let low T silently sabotage your heart health.

Fellas, get those levels checked and take charge 💥

01/21/2026

🌸 Real Patient Success Story: From Severe PMS, Estrogen Dominance & Hashimoto’s Struggles to Feeling Like Herself Again! 🌸

Meet Jane, a 26-year-old woman who came to my practice exhausted and frustrated 😔

She was dealing with intense PMS symptoms every month:

• Extreme mood swings & irritability (especially the week before her cycle) 😡
• Blood sugar crashes & energy rollercoasters 🍬
• Classic signs of estrogen dominance + progesterone deficiency
Lab results confirmed it:
High estrogen + very low progesterone on day 21 (the opposite of what we want! 🔄)

We also discovered:
• Adrenal fatigue – low cortisol levels (her body was “stealing” progesterone to make cortisol just to keep going 💔)
• Hashimoto’s thyroiditis (autoimmune thyroid condition) – despite “normal” TSH, she’d suffered for years with:�inability to lose weight ⚖️, dry skin 🥶, thinning hair 💇‍♀️, always feeling cold
Conventional doctors told her “nothing’s wrong” because they didn’t check for autoimmunity.

That’s where naturopathic medicine shines – we look deeper! 🔍

Her customized plan included:
• Bio-identical progesterone cream (My Bio Pro 50💖)
• Hashi A-Immune Thyroid Balance to support her thyroid naturally 🛡️
• Tri-Mag (magnesium osmotic laxative) to fix constipation & stop recycled estrogen buildup 🚽
• Hormonal Detox to help properly metabolize & eliminate excess estrogen 🧹
• Super Iodine Synergy – essential for thyroid hormone production + protecting breast tissue from excess estrogen (key for preventing fibrocystic breasts, fibroids, etc.) 🧂
• A shift to lower-carb, moderate-protein, higher-healthy-fat diet 🥑🥦🥚

In just 3 months:
✅ Cycles completely normalized
✅ PMS? Gone! 🙌
✅ All thyroid-related symptoms vanished
✅ Lost ~12 pounds (and kept it off!) 🎉
This is the power of individualized, wellness based naturopathic medicine vs. the conventional one-size-fits-all, disease-focused model. When we address root causes – hormones, adrenals, thyroid autoimmunity, detox pathways – real healing happens! 🌿
If you’re struggling with PMS, thyroid issues, weight challenges, or feeling “off” despite “normal” labs…there’s hope!
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01/20/2026

🚨 Ever feel like you’re running on empty, no matter how much rest you get? 😩

You might be dealing with Adrenal Fatigue Syndrome – a condition that’s all too real for many, but often overlooked! Let’s break it down. 🚨

Symptoms can sneak up on you and include:
• Chronic fatigue that doesn’t improve with sleep 😴
• Difficulty waking up in the morning ☕
• Cravings for salty or sweet foods 🍟🍫
• Afternoon energy crashes 📉
• Trouble sleeping at night 🌙
• Brain fog, irritability, or feeling overwhelmed 🤯
• Weakened immune system, getting sick more often 🤒

The tricky part? This is a gray area in medicine. Most conventional doctors don’t recognize Adrenal Fatigue as a legitimate diagnosis.

😔 Instead, patients often get misdiagnosed with depression, anxiety, or just told it’s “all in your head.” This leaves so many suffering without real answers or proper support! 💔

Why the disconnect? Conventional medicine sees adrenal issues in black-and-white terms: either you have Cushing’s Syndrome (where your body produces way too much cortisol, leading to weight gain, high blood pressure, and muscle weakness 💪❌)

or

Addison’s Disease (where cortisol production is too low, causing severe fatigue, weight loss, low blood pressure, and even life-threatening crises in acute cases ⚠️).

They don’t acknowledge the middle ground – that gray zone where your adrenal glands are still chugging along but not at full throttle. 🚧

This means they’re not optimally supporting your body’s homeostasis (that delicate balance keeping everything running smoothly). As a result, chronic stress keeps wearing you down without hitting those extreme disease levels.

If this sounds familiar, it’s time to explore holistic approaches!

🌿 As a Naturopathic Physician, I’ve seen how addressing root causes like stress management, nutrition, and targeted supplements can make a world of difference. Have you experienced symptoms like these?

Share in the comments – you’re not alone! 👇

01/17/2026

🚨 Are you feeling constantly wired, anxious, or struggling with unexplained weight gain?

You might be dealing with adrenaline dominance – a condition triggered by chronic stress where your body pumps out too much adrenaline, leading to symptoms like insomnia, restless legs, jaw tension, IBS, and even blood sugar imbalances! 😩💥  

This excess adrenaline not only keeps you in “fight or flight” mode but can spike your blood sugar, forcing your body to release more insulin – hello, fatigue and cravings!

📈🍬 But here’s the good news: Bioidentical progesterone cream can be a game-changer for both men and women!

🌟 It helps block excess adrenaline secretion by calming the stress response and supporting your adrenals, reducing that constant buzz. 🛡️😌 

Plus, it improves blood sugar management by enhancing insulin sensitivity and helping stabilize levels – no more rollercoaster rides! ⚖️❤️  

As a naturopathic physician, I’ve seen this natural approach help many patients reclaim their energy and balance.

If this sounds familiar, let’s chat about personalized options! 📩

01/16/2026

Top 10 Simple Ways to RESET Insulin & IGNITE Fat Burning! 🔥💥

Want steady energy, fewer cravings, and easier fat loss? These science-backed tricks can transform your metabolism — no crazy diets required! 🚀 Let’s go! 👇

1. 🚶‍♂️ Walk after EVERY meal: Just 10–15 minutes can slash glucose spikes by 22%! Three short walks beat one long workout for fixing insulin resistance. Your muscles become sugar sponges! 🧽✨

2. 🍽️ Finish dinner 2–3 hours BEFORE bed: Late-night eating turns your body into fat-storage mode 😩 Early dinner = up to 98% more fat burning overnight! Easiest metabolic hack ever 🌙💤

3. 🥗 Protein + Fiber FIRST, carbs LAST: Salad before pasta, veggies before rice — this simple order cuts glucose spikes by up to 74%! Sometimes WHAT you eat matters less than the ORDER! 🥦➡️🍝

4. 😴 Prioritize deep sleep (Magnesium magic!): One night of bad sleep = 30% more insulin resistant the next day + crazy sugar cravings! 💤 Try my Magna-Lyte before bed for next-level rest 🌟
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5. 🧍 Stand up 5 minutes every 30 minutes: Sitting for hours destroys insulin sensitivity — even if you work out! Standing fires up those glucose-hungry slow-twitch fibers 💪📈

6. 🌿 Add Berberine Phytosome: My Blood Sugar Balance formula features it — one study showed it worked BETTER than Metformin for blood sugar control! 🌱🔥

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7. 🍚 Never eat starchy carbs SOLO: Bread, rice, pasta, potatoes alone = massive blood sugar rollercoaster 🎢 Always pair with protein + fat to keep things steady! ⚖️

8. ⚖️ Stop obsessing over calories — watch the starchy CARB QUANTITY: from Bread, pasta, rice, potatoes, fruit, beans, sweets, alcohol… Pay attention here! Feeling foggy, tired, or starving 1 hour after eating? Your insulin is screaming 📢

9. 🦵 Build those powerful legs: Legs hold ~60% of your muscle mass! More leg strength = bigger glucose storage tank = lower insulin levels. Bodyweight squats are pure gold! 🏋️‍♂️🔥

10. ❄️ Sleep in a COLD room (65°F): This activates your brown fat “metabolic furnace” — you literally burn more calories while sleeping AND wake up more insulin sensitive! 🥶💨

01/15/2026

Hey everyone! 👋 As a Naturopathic Physician, I’m passionate about getting to the ROOT of your health issues, especially when it comes to heart health. ❤️

Let’s talk about why that old-school total cholesterol or LDL number on your bloodwork is basically useless for gauging your TRUE cardiovascular risk. 🚫🩸

Instead, focus on your triglyceride to HDL ratio – aim for LESS THAN 1 for optimal health! 📉✨

Why?

Because high triglycerides and low HDL scream insulin resistance, oxidative stress, and inflammation – the REAL villains behind cardiovascular disease. 😈

These factors damage your arteries not an elevated total or LDL cholesterol level!

This simple ratio gives us a window into your metabolic health AND the size/shape of your cholesterol particles.

Small, dense particles? They’re the dangerous ones that sneak into artery walls. 😱 A basic LDL or total cholesterol check? It tells us zilch about that!

For even better insights, test for oxidized LDL, MPO, Lp (a), LpPla2 and HS C-reactive protein – these are the additional superior markers for spotting real trouble. 🔥🛡️

If you’re relying on outdated cholesterol myths, it’s time to level up your labs!

What’s your trig/HDL ratio?

01/14/2026

Hey friends and followers,
As a naturopathic physician, I’m passionate about preventive health, and today I want to shed light on Carotid Intima-Media Thickness (IMT)—a key marker we can measure via ultrasound to gauge the health of your arteries.

Essentially, it’s the thickness of the inner layers of your carotid artery walls, and an elevated IMT can signal early atherosclerosis (plaque buildup).

What contributes to elevated IMT?

Several lifestyle and health factors play a big role, including advancing age, high systolic blood pressure, smoking, diabetes or high fasting blood glucose, elevated oxidized LDL cholesterol, obesity (especially around the waist), and a sedentary lifestyle.    

Even cumulative cardiometabolic risks like these can add up over time. 

The dangers? An increased IMT is a strong predictor of serious issues down the line, such as a higher risk of coronary heart disease, myocardial infarction (heart attack), stroke, heart failure, and even vascular death.    

It’s like an early warning system for cardiovascular events!

The good news? Many of these factors are modifiable through natural approaches like a heart-healthy diet, regular exercise, stress management, and targeted supplements.

If you’re concerned about your vascular health, consider getting a CIMT scan and let’s chat about personalized strategies to keep your arteries in top shape.

The next testing date in Watertown, CT is Monday January 26th.

Call and make your appointment today!

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