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The Benefits of Whole Body Vibration Machines Weight Loss + Balance & More

The Benefits of Whole Body Vibration Machines: Weight Loss + Balance & More

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​Increased weight loss, improved bone density, increase balance and blood flow… These are just some of the benefits of using a whole-body vibration machine.  ​But maybe you are wondering:  Are these benefits too good to be true? How can I get these results?  Will ​it work for me?  If so, which whole-body vibration machine is …

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Victoza Weight Loss Case Study 50 Pounds Lost with Victoza & LDN

Victoza Weight Loss Case Study: 50 Pounds Lost with Victoza & LDN

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Victoza is a powerful weight loss medication that actually works… If used correctly.  And I will explain what I mean by that a little bit later, but first, we need to talk about this case study.  During this time she was able to lose almost 40 pounds ​using my hormone-balancing approach with the combination of …

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the best cortisol test: which is most accurate?

Cortisol Testing: How to Diagnose and Treat Adrenal Issues

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Weight gain, crushing fatigue, the inability to sleep… These are only some of the symptoms associated with adrenal problems and yet this condition is ignored by so many physicians and Doctors.  In addition, there is much confusion regarding which is the best way to actually evaluate your cortisol levels and which is the best cortisol …

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B12 Injection sites + How to use B12 Shots Safely

B12 Injection sites + How to use B12 Shots Safely

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B12 shots can help improve energy levels, and sleeping patterns, help with weight loss, and even improve hair growth.  In order to get these benefits you need to be using the right type of B12 and using it correctly, which means in the right injection sites and the correct depth. Use this guide to help …

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Magnesium Citrate Benefits From Weight Loss to Better Sleep & More

Magnesium Citrate Benefits: From Weight Loss to Better Sleep & More

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So you’re interested in using magnesium Citrate? Maybe you’ve heard that magnesium can help with weight loss, or maybe you found out that your serum levels are low.  Either way, it doesn’t matter because the truth is that magnesium is critical for optimal health and is involved in a number of metabolic pathways in the …

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Tirosint vs levothyroxine: the case for switching thyroid medication

Tirosint vs Levothyroxine: The Case for Switching Thyroid Meds

You’ve probably heard from other patients that switching from levothyroxine to Tirosint made all the difference.  Considering that they are both T4-only thyroid medications, what is the difference between these medications? Why do some patients have decreased symptoms, lose more weight, and feel better on Tirosint but not on levothyroxine? Is there a difference between …

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Testosterone Weight Loss Case Study 20 Pounds Lost with Testosterone + T3

Testosterone Weight Loss Case Study: 20 Pounds Lost with Testosterone + T3

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Testosterone replacement therapy can help men (with low testosterone) build muscle mass, lose weight, and feel better overall.  Does that mean that every man should use testosterone?  Not really.  But it does mean that because of the potential benefits, it’s worth looking into if you are suffering from any of the symptoms that may be …

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how iodine supplements can boost thyroid function

The Many Benefits of Iodine Supplements

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Iodine is the single most important nutrient for managing almost all of the hormones in your body. We don’t normally think about iodine as impacting your hormones, but it absolutely does. Through its impact on the regulation of thyroid hormone, iodine has downstream effects on estrogen, progesterone, and even cortisol. That’s great and all, but …

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Adding t3 to NDT for weight loss and energy

Thyroid Success Story: Adding T3 to NDT for Weight Loss + Energy

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I get some form of this question all the time: What if I have hypothyroid symptoms but a low TSH? Can I still be hypothyroid? Or what if I am already on NDT but still feeling symptomatic? What then?​ ​The answer to this question is that, yes, you can still be hypothyroid with a “normal” …

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Benefits of Ashwagandha

Benefits of Ashwagandha: Weight Loss, Thyroid & Adrenals

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Can this 4,000-year-old adaptogenic herb really help with weight loss, hypothyroidism, adrenal problems, and low sex drive? I’m going to make the case (through a combination of scientific studies and personal experience) that Ashwagandha can/may help you with these stubborn conditions.  If you’ve been considering the use of Ashwagandha for any of these conditions please …

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