Your Brain Isn’t Broken: Understanding Brain Fog as a Survival Signal

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Introduction: Reframing Brain Fog

Brain fog… We’ve all experienced that frustration: our brains chug along on dialup, something hijacks our thoughts, or we push through a thick haze to think. This experience, often called “brain fog,” can feel like a personal failing or a sign of weakness.

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Histamine Havoc: Navigating the Body’s Overzealous Messenger

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This article discusses histamine intolerance. Ever feel as if your body’s throwing a tantrum for no apparent reason? One minute you’re enjoying a sandwich, the next you’re sneezing, bloated, or battling a headache that feels as if a jackhammer is pounding your skull. Allergy tests keep shrugging their metaphorical shoulders, leaving you wondering if you’re just imagining things.

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Pure Plate, Strong State: Kennedy’s Fight for a Healthy Food Policy

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This article discusses the recent advances in developing a new, Healthy Food Policy. Good morning, my dear patients! Today, June 21, 2025, at 9:52 PM EDT, I’m thrilled to share surprising news about forthcoming healthy food policy reform. As a clinical nutritionist and physician assistant with over 30 years of experience, I’ve long battled a food system that seems designed to keep us sick. But I’m delighted by an unexpected champion: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (RFK Jr.) and his “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) campaign, which aims to strip toxic ingredients from our food supply. This bold move feels like a lifeline for your wellness journey, and I can’t wait to explain why it’s a game-changer.

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Peptide Pioneers: Benefits of Peptide Therapy with Dr. Bar

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Peptide therapy, what is it all about? I recently met Dr. Bar, a peptide therapy expert, for an inspiring, intimate interview. Our informative talk showed peptides’ potential as natural healers, fitting my holistic care approach. Dr. Bar explained their science, safety, and uses for muscle growth, recovery, gut health, bone repair, and energy. Her insights help my active patients, and I’m excited to share this to empower your wellness journey.

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Collagen Unraveled: Your Body’s Secret Scaffolding Explained

Cita Carnaval

Collagen—a protein that plays a huge role in keeping us strong, flexible, and vibrant. Whether you’re a patient looking to improve your health or simply curious about your body, I’d like to share some information in a way that’s easy to understand, empowering you to learn and take charge of your wellness journey.

Let’s begin by describing what collagen is, how your body makes it, why it varies across tissues, and whether those popular supplements really work—plus, how hyaluronic acid (HA) and a compound called GHK-Cu can team up with collagen to support your health.

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