Dr. Taz Bhatia: From Medical Student to Functional Medicine Pioneer
Dr. Tasneem Bhatia (aka "Dr. Taz") shares how her personal health journey changed her treatment approach, the challenges facing women in medicine, and much more.
integrative & functional medicine
Here you’ll find articles that are about or related to the fields of integrative and functional medicine. Integrative medicine takes the point of view that your health is influenced by every aspect of your life, including physical, mental, environmental, and social factors. The goal of integrative medicine is to get the root cause of health issues, rather than treating symptoms, and this is done by drawing on a variety of different medical approaches, often bringing together conventional and alternative medicine.
Functional medicine is a science-based system of medicine that focuses on finding the underlying cause of disease with a systems-oriented approach that addresses the whole person. Functional medicine doctors use specific lab tests to identify issues, and work in partnership with patients to develop a course of treatment that takes a holistic view of each unique individual. Like integrative medicine, functional medicine often combines conventional and alternative modes of treatment.
Read these articles to hear insights and stories about integrative and functional medicine.
Unlocking the Power of Blood Tests: Expert Insights from Carrie Jones, ND
Naturopathic doctor Carrie Jones sat down with WellBe to talk about the difference between and ND and an MD, and what types of laboratory tests you need for your health.
Dr. Jonathan Aviv on How to Prevent Acid Reflux Naturally
Dr. Jonathan Aviv spoke with WellBe about acid reflux, esophageal cancer, GERD — and how to heal from them with an anti-inflammatory diet.
Extreme Side Effects of Synthroid: Gabriella Campagna’s Hashimoto’s Story
For a year, Gabriella Campagna, 32, struggled with fatigue, joint pain, hair loss, depression, and always feeling cold, but blamed the symptoms on the stress of post-college life and her dance career. When the New York City woman was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis in 2009, she was prescribed Synthroid and sent on her way.
Aviva Romm on the Reasons for Hypothyroidism & More Thyroid Insights
Physician, midwife, herbalist, and author Dr. Aviva Romm discusses her unorthodox career journey and the importance of thyroid health (and how to improve yours).
Does Tapping for Anxiety Really Work? Talking with Jessica Ortner of The Tapping Solution App
Jessica Ortner, creator of The Tapping Solution app, explains the research behind and benefits of tapping for anxiety.
Dr. Bojana Weatherly On Overcoming Victimhood, the Benefits of Meditation and Mindfulness, and More
Dr. Bojana Weatherly joins Adrienne to share the story of how mindfulness transformed her life and medical practice, as well as the science-backed benefits of mindfulness, the role of victimhood in health, and more.
Integrative Psychiatrist Dr. Ellen Vora on Gut Health and Mental Health
Integrative psychiatrist Dr. Ellen Vora talks with Adrienne about the vital role that the gut plays in our mental health, plus unexpected side effects of ADHD medications, why sleep matters so much for mental health, and more.
How Healing Works: Dr. Wayne Jonas Explains Sham Surgery, the Placebo Effect, and More
Dr. Wayne Jonas discusses eye-opening insights on what the placebo effect and sham surgeries reveal about how healing works.