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Walking Energy Snacks: EP’s Functional Medicine Clinic

Walking is a great physical exercise activity that requires endurance. When walking for two hours or more, refueling energy stores… Read More

July 6, 2023

Hunger Digestion Regulating Hormones: EP Wellness Clinic

Before the body can benefit from consumed nutrients, the gastrointestinal tract has to digest and absorb the foods. Before eating,… Read More

June 30, 2023

Joint Injury Rehabilitation Exercises: EP Wellness Doctor Rx

Joints are the musculoskeletal areas where two bones connect. The joints have soft tissues around them, like cartilage, tendons, and… Read More

June 28, 2023

Spinal Structure Restoration: Wellness Functional Medicine Clinic

General health, diet, exercise, and lifestyle are important, but the importance of the spinal structure is often forgotten. The spine,… Read More

June 27, 2023

Nocturnal Leg Cramps: EP’s Wellness Doctor Rx

Lying down on the couch or bed when the lower leg seizes with intense sensations and pain that doesn’t stop,… Read More

June 26, 2023

Olympic Athlete Discipline: EP Wellness Doctor Rx

Olympic athletes are so fit they make everything look easy. It is one of the most amazing examples of athletic… Read More

June 22, 2023

Heat Induced Headaches: EP Wellness Functional Medicine Clinic

When temperatures are elevated in summer, heat-induced and severe headaches like migraines are common during the hot months. However, a… Read More

June 20, 2023

Exercises To Help Digestion: EP Wellness Doctor Rx

Regular exercise and physical activity help with cardiovascular health, improved mood, better management of chronic conditions, and can help digestion.… Read More

June 16, 2023

Body Stiffness: EP’s Wellness Doctor Rx

Body stiffness is common, especially as the body ages. Stiffness can result from intense work, lack of physical exercise, or… Read More

June 15, 2023

Sandwich Nutrition and Health: EP Wellness Doctor Rx

A typical sandwich from home includes bread - one thick slice of whole wheat, one or two favorite condiments, lunch… Read More

June 14, 2023

Lime Water Perks: EP’s Functional Medicine Clinic

The human body is about 60% to 75% water. Adequate hydration is necessary to flush toxins from the body, is… Read More

June 12, 2023

Protein Deficiency: EP Wellness and Functional Medicine Clinic

Protein deficiency, or hypoproteinemia, is when the body has lower-than-normal protein levels. Protein is an essential nutrient in bones, muscles,… Read More

June 8, 2023

Athletic Training Checklist: EP Wellness Doctor Rx

For individuals starting an exercise program and professional athletes, training must be well-spent to develop fitness and specific sports skills.… Read More

June 5, 2023

Making A Satisfying Salad: Wellness and Functional Medicine Clinic

A satisfying salad is a great way to get more fruits and vegetables high in vitamins, minerals, and fiber. A… Read More

June 2, 2023

Late Night Healthy Nutritious Snacks: EP Wellness Doctor Rx

With the summer approaching, the day's heat makes the body want to eat light or not at all. That's when… Read More

May 26, 2023

When The Body Craves Salt: EP Wellness and Functional Medicine

Although salt is satisfying to the palate and necessary for survival, when the body craves salt, it can be a… Read More

May 19, 2023

Healthy Breads: EP Wellness and Functional Medicine Clinic

The right kind of bread can be an extremely healthful food. Eating more whole grains is associated with lower weight… Read More

May 12, 2023

Older Athletes and Maintaining Fitness: Wellness Doctor Rx

Healthy aging has been linked to a lifestyle consisting of proper nutrition and exercise. However, even with a healthy lifestyle,… Read More

May 11, 2023

Paresthesia: EP Wellness and Functional Medicine Clinic

The nervous system communicates with the entire body and reacts to internal and external changes using electrical and chemical impulses… Read More

May 10, 2023

Sacroiliac Sprain: EP’s Wellness Doctor Rx

A joint is where two bones meet. The two sacroiliac or SI joints connect the spine, pelvis, and hips. This… Read More

May 9, 2023

Engaging The Core: EP Wellness and Functional Medicine Clinic

The body's core muscles are used for stability, balance, lifting, pushing, pulling, and movement. Engaging the core muscles means bracing… Read More

May 5, 2023

Sweating: EP Wellness and Functional Medicine Clinic

When the body shifts out of homeostasis or when something in the body is out of balance, the body sweats.… Read More

May 4, 2023