Dr. Gannage's Functional Medicine Blog
Read the latest blog posts about functional medicine, integrative health, nutrition, the gut-brain connection, histamine intolerance, detoxification, functional medicine lab testing, and more, from Dr. Gannage, MD.
The Connection Between PMS and Histamine
PMS symptoms are so common that many women think they are normal and inevitable. This is not the case. PMS symptoms that interrupt your regular life are not normal.
Gluten: What It Might Be Doing To You
Removing gluten from your diet may reduce your chronic symptoms and your risk of an array of chronic health issues.
Mast Cell Issues? Why You Want to Lose Weight
Preventing obesity and maintaining a healthy weight is critical for reducing inflammation and the risk of chronic health issues. It’s also critical if you have mast cell issues.
Detecting Mold in Your Home – Clues to Look for
In this article, you will learn about mold and potential health issues caused by mold in your home. You will learn how to detect and check for mold in your home, including some sneaky signs of mold and mold testing options. I will share some tips on how to remove mold and how to prevent future mold problems. Finally, I will recommend some ways to detoxify your body after mold exposure.
Childhood Obesity: What Is It and What to Do About It?
Due to the increased amount of high-calorie, processed, and packaged foods, childhood obesity is a growing problem all across the world. It’s a serious issue even in young children under 5. Childhood obesity can lead to serious health problems during childhood,...
Blending or Juicing: What’s Better For Your Health
Do you eat enough fruits and vegetables in a day? Be honest. If your answer is no, you are not alone. According to a 2011 study published in the Journal of Nutrition, most people in the United States don’t meet their nutrient requirements through their diet (1)....
Hydrotherapy: What Are the Benefits & How to Do It
Hydrotherapy is an umbrella term for different therapeutic techniques that use water to improve your health. Hydrotherapy may help to improve inflammation, pain, and other chronic symptoms. It may be a great low-impact physical activity and rehabilitation strategy....
Natural Treatments for Shingles
A few weeks ago Justin Bieber made the news. At this time, it wasn’t about his music though, but a new health condition. In his Instagram video, Bieber revealed that he was diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt syndrome, a neurological condition that made half of his face...
What I’m Reading: July 2022
The sheer volume of health, wellness, and medical news and commentary available on the internet can be overwhelming. Every month, get a taste of what integrative medicine leader Dr. John Gannage finds interesting (and digestible) on the web. 1.DEPRESSION IS PROBABLY...