For many years, conventional medicine emphasized the idea that genetics largely determine health outcomes. This perspective suggested that genes function like fixed instructions, influencing which conditions may or may not develop over time. More recently, research in the field of epigenetics has expanded this understanding. While genes do provide the blueprint for protein production in …

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rom an early age, I have been interested in the connection between the mind and the body. Even before studying medicine, I was drawn to the idea that our thoughts, beliefs, and perceptions play a role in how we experience health and wellbeing. This curiosity was one of the factors that motivated me to pursue …

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Holistic approaches to health often emphasize the importance of viewing wellbeing as more than a purely physical experience. From this perspective, health may be influenced not only by biological factors, but also by emotional, mental, and personal beliefs that shape how individuals experience their lives. Conventional medical care typically focuses on identifying and managing physical …

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Many women notice changes in their body composition as they move through midlife. One of the most common concerns I hear is related to gradual weight gain, particularly around the midsection, that feels difficult to shift despite ongoing efforts. While hormonal changes during midlife may influence body composition, they are rarely the only factor involved. …

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Many people experience symptoms such as fatigue, mood changes, difficulty sleeping, brain fog, or shifts in energy and wellbeing at different stages of life. In some cases, these experiences may be discussed in relation to changes or imbalances in hormones. Hormones play a role in regulating many processes in the body. When levels shift due …

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