Michael Lam, MD, MPH
A Metabolic Diet: Finding Your Metabolism Type and Pros and Cons of Popular Diets
Diets come, and diets go. Yet many of us pack the weight back on or lose no weight whatsoever. It's enough to drive you nuts! One way to further your weight loss goals is to focus on a metabolic diet. This type of diet takes into account your metabolism and how fast it burns calories…
Read MoreBrain Fog Test: How to Know If You Have Brain Fog
Everyone has memory lapses from time to time. This is often just a part of life. However, if your brain seems to be constantly trapped in a cloud, leading to persistent memory and concentration issues, you may be dealing with brain fog, and this can be a marker of more serious health conditions. Therefore, being…
Read MoreSexual Wellness: What is the Role of Nutrition and Supplements?
There is so much focus on sexual health today, and this is best illustrated by the sheer number of sexual health products marketed online and in physical stores. However, despite the hype on these products, they make up only a small proportion of sexual wellness. Attaining optimal sexual wellness requires an understanding of its various…
Read MoreStress And Immune System: How To Break The Cycle
You may have noticed that if you've ever experienced a stressful situation, you may fall sick afterward or wake up with a fever blister. While you may think that these two are unrelated, there may be a link. This article will take a closer look at the link between stress and the immune system and…
Read MoreWhy Do I Feel So Tired Even With Normal Bloodwork?
It can be frustrating when you are always tired and get told by your healthcare professional that your bloodwork appears "normal." Sometimes, this is given in a phone call without any follow-up consultation. It can leave you wondering, "Why do I feel so tired?" and sometimes lost on what to do. This article will examine…
Read MoreSigns of The First Period and Why Many Girls Are Getting Them Earlier
According to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the average age of a girl’s first period, also known as menarche, in the United States is 12. This can be a scary and confusing time for your child, but you can help give her the support she will need to navigate the…
Read MorePlastic and Autism: Is There a Link? Exploring the Risks
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there has been an increase in the prevalence of autism from one in 150 children in the year 2000 having autism to one in 44 children in 2018, with it being more prevalent in boys than girls. Today, sources estimate it at 1 in 36…
Read MoreWhat Is Oxalate Dumping? Symptoms, Causes, and Prevention
The story we are used to when it comes to nutrition is that vegetables are good for us. Everyone recommends vegetables, from our parents when we were kids to healthcare providers when we age. However, there is a problem that may arise from eating too much vegetables, known as oxalate dumping. Characterized by symptoms like…
Read MoreThe Role of Adrenal Glands in Mental Health Problems
Our bodies have a built-in response when faced with a threat. This served our ancestors well, as it gave them the speed, clarity of mind, and strength to move fast and deal with the situation. While we no longer often have to face the threat of a dangerous animal for our survival, this response to…
Read MoreDetox vs Cleansing: How are They Different? All You Need to Know
Often, detox and cleansing are terms used interchangeably, but they are not the same. Both serve different functions in the body. Detoxification involves eliminating toxins from the body by supporting the liver, kidneys, and lymphatic system in their abilities to do this naturally. Some of the ways you can support detoxification may include a modification…
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