Genes Are Informative, Not Deterministic. Genes should inform your decisions, they should not determine your life. Our genes should guide behavior so that we can mitigate risks of developing certain illnesses. Many scientists believe that genes encompass 20% of who we are, while our daily choices, actions, and environment compose the other 80%. We have…
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If you’re struggling with fatigue, brain fog, digestive troubles or anxiety, it may be time to lower your exposure to heavy metals through heavy metal detox. If you suspect heavy metal toxicity, consider being tested for metals by your health care professional. At PrimeHealth, we help patients to lower their heavy metal load and decrease…
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Interstitial Cystitis (IC), also known as bladder pain syndrome, causes symptoms that include: burning bladder pain, frequent bathroom trips, and nighttime urination. IC has no one-size-fits all cause, meaning effective treatment can be illusive when approached using conventional medicine. Thankfully, using a functional medicine approach, Dr. Rafatjah has had success in alleviating her patients of this condition.
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Heavy Metal Toxicity – Heavy metals are naturally occurring elements that can accumulate in our bodies from the foods we eat, our environment, and personal care and cleaning products we use. What are Heavy Metals? Heavy metals earn their name because of a high atomic weight and density that is at least five times greater…
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Since sugar has become a staple of the American diet over the past 100 years, rates of obesity, heart disease, type 2 diabetes and chronic diseases have skyrocketed. A whopping 70% of Americans overweight, and by 2030, that number is expected to rise to 86%. The sugar-cancer link is known and affects many Americans. We’re…
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Even though too much sugar is bad for your heart, a 2011 study revealed that adults who ate chocolate regularly had a 37% lower risk for heart disease than those who did not. The flavonoids in chocolate help lower blood pressure, improve blood flow to the heart and brain, fight cell damage and prevent blood clots.
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Those with a greater sense of purpose and meaning have a decreased risk of dementia and mortality. To demonstrate this fact, a study from 2010 on 951 community-dwelling older persons showed that those with a greater reported sense of purpose were 2.4 times less likely to be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease than those with a…
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Your body always wants to maintain balance and your bodily response to an allergy is no exception. To understand how to treat disease, we must first understand that the body is always trying to create balance. Even when suffering from illness, each bodily process is in pursuit of establishing equilibrium. For example, acute diarrhea from…
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Conventional doctor visits have become surface level and rushed, often leaving patients to be their own doctor. Fortunately, at PrimeHealth, we spend as much time as needed to help you achieve optimal health. Below, we’ve compiled guiding health questions to consider. 1. Should I take magnesium? If so, how much should I take? Most people…
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Thailand has been one of the world's top vacation destinations for decades. It's natural beauty, culture, and scenery speak for themselves. While between living in New York City and moving to Denver to start PrimeHealth, I decided to seize the opportunity to travel for a few months, and Thailand was on the top of my list.
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