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 […]
Intermittent Fasting: The Key to Regulating Blood Sugar Levels and Managing Type 2 Diabetes
Dr Isaac Eliaz October 30, 2023 If you have type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, the holiday season can be especially tricky to navigate. So, instead of indulging in sugar- and carb-laden foods this year, treat yourself to healthier blood sugar balance with intermittent fasting. Researchers have found that intermittent fasting can be just as successful […]
How to Reach Peak Immune Function (hint: It’s not boosting)
Dr Isaac Eliaz December 10, 2023 With all that we’re facing in today’s world, many people are searching for the most powerful immune-boosters to ramp up their defenses. The truth is optimal immunity requires fine-tuned precision — not blunt force. For long-term health and vitality, the immune system needs to maintain a complex and delicate balance […]
The Surprising Truth About Chronic Pain
Dr Isaac Eliaz October 22, 2023 You’ve heard about the opioid epidemic. But behind this devastating spike in medication use and dependency, there’s another epidemic: chronic pain. It’s estimated today that chronic pain impacts around 40% of American adults.1 That’s 53 million people living under the oppressive condition of constant pain. And this doesn’t even […]
Achieve Next-Level Health & Wellness with Medicinal Mushrooms
Dr Isaac Eliaz October 9, 2023 Medicinal mushrooms are powerful healers — and their benefits never cease to amaze me. I first learned about these remarkable fungi during my early exploration into traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) more than 30 years ago. Back then, however, nobody was talking about mushrooms outside of the TCM pharmacopeia. But […]
Is Your Brain Health Deteriorating?
Dr Isaac Eliaz September 26, 2023 Researchers have discovered a promising new way to spot the earliest signs of Alzheimer’s disease — and it lies deep within the eyes. A new study in the journal Acta Neuropathological involving retinal samples from 86 human donors gathered over 14 years, links cognitive impairment with retinal changes that […]
Mould Uncovered: How to Protect Yourself From Mould in Your Food and Home
Dr Thomas Wnorowski August 19, 2020 Are you suffering from symptoms such as brain fog, fatigue, or asthma, and are struggling to find relief? Maybe your health has been steadily declining but no one has been able to help you with a diagnosis? If this sounds like a story you can relate to, it is […]
Peer-Reviewed Estrogen Therapy Research in Menopause
Jaclyn Smeaton, ND November, 2023 Login to view this content. [McMinnville, OR] – Precision Analytical, creators of the DUTCH Test and a leading specialty hormone testing lab, announces the publication of their latest study this month in the journal of the North American Menopause Society (NAMS), Menopause. Original Study: Comparative estrogen exposure from compounded transdermal […]