Why am I Tired – 7 Common Causes of Fatigue

People take supplements to improve or optimize their health. So what happens when you look at the label, and the ingredient list is filled with unrecognizable additives? Do you feel tired all the time? Do you drift through most days in a sluggish state – even if you had a full night’s sleep? Unfortunately, because […]

Avoiding the Afternoon Energy Slump

People take supplements to improve or optimize their health. So what happens when you look at the label, and the ingredient list is filled with unrecognizable additives? It tends to happen every day around the same time. It begins with a simple yawn, then your eyelids get heavy, and before you know it, you’re staring […]

Anatomy of a Multi-Vitamin: Micronutrients, Minerals and More

People take supplements to improve or optimize their health. So what happens when you look at the label, and the ingredient list is filled with unrecognizable additives? In an ideal world, we would all eat a perfectly nutritious diet, consuming all the nutrients we need from our food. Yet in reality we live in a […]

The Sleep–Stress Connection: Strategies for Success

Joanna Clarke December, 2023 The stress response is an intricate and innate feedback mechanism vital for survival in times of emergencies. It is best when activated sparingly so that the body can quickly return to a state of balance. However, when the body is in a state of sympathetic dominance or ‘fight or flight’ for […]

DUTCH in 2024: A Year of Profound Change

Mark Newman Season 3, Episode 17 on the DUTCH Podcast 09 January 2024 In this 39-minute podcast, Mark Newman reflects on the DUTCH team’s advancements in hormone education and research in 2023, plus provides insights for what’s to come in the year ahead. Listen to hear more about the Mastering Functional Hormone Testing course and […]

Tips to Recognise Stressors and Repair the Body

Dr Carrie Jones Season 3, Episode 18 on the DUTCH Podcast 16 January 2024 In this 33-minute podcast, Dr Carries Jones discusses the identification of stress and foundational changes that can be implemented to support health management.  This enlightening episode of the DUTCH Podcast takes listeners on a journey to understand how to manage stress […]

Diagnosing PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)

Dr Krystal Richardson Season 3, Episode 19 on the DUTCH Podcast 23 January 2024 In this 33-minute podcast, Dr Kyrstal Richardson dives deep into the complexities of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Dr Krystal Richardson discusses the difficult and confusing journey providers must take to reach a PCOS diagnosis. She highlights the inadequacies in conventional medical […]

Why Am I Craving Sweets?

Laura Kunces March 5, 2023 Do you crave a sweet treat after every meal? Or at the same time every day? Are you asking yourself questions like, “Why am I craving sweets?” Or perhaps more to the point, “Why am I craving sweets over savoury foods?”.   Sugar cravings are common, but what does it mean […]

What is Methylation and Why Should You Care About It?

Alan Miller September 25, 2021 What is methylation? Methylation is a simple biochemical process – it is the transfer of four atoms – one carbon atom and three hydrogen atoms (CH3) from one substance to another. The addition of methyl groups can affect how some molecules act in the body. When optimal methylation occurs, it has a […]

What is Creatine?

Joel Totoro March 28, 2023 What is creatine?  Because athletes and bodybuilders are constantly looking for an edge to help their performance, it’s no surprise they often turn to one of the most-studied nutritional supplements for enhancing athletic performance: creatine.  But what is creatine, what can it do for your health, and how does creatine […]

A Quick Guide to Choosing the Perfect Protein Powder

Joel Totoro May 20, 2022 Go into any gym and you will hear the rattling of a shaker bottle mixing someone’s protein shake. Protein powders are extremely popular now – and not just for athletes looking to gain a competitive edge. Vegetarians are using them to supplement their diet. Others are looking for a quick […]

Why You Should Reconsider that Morning Cup of Coffee

Jacob Terranova March 27, 2022 Is the first thing you think of when you roll out of bed in the morning a big cup of joe? Are you not yourself until that first sip perks you up?  Coffee has always been a great way to start the day, and millions of Americans rely on their […]

PCOS Part 2 – Diet & Lifestyle Interventions

Dr Felice Gersh Season 3, Episode 15 on the DUTCH Podcast 19 December 2023 In this 45-minute podcast conversation between Dr Felice Gersh, MD and host Jaclyn Smeaton, ND,  they dive into the lifestyle interventions that can support women with PCOS.  From strategic eating windows to stress-reduction techniques and other diet recommendations, this episode is full of […]

What You Need to Know About Acquired Immunity

Dr Brent Bauer December 1, 2023 The immune system has two parts. The immunity you’re born with is called natural or innate immunity that’s encoded into your genes.1,2 The second part of the immune system is called acquired or adaptive immunity. The acquired immune system continues to develop as you go through life and are […]