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Introduction Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a subtype of major depressive disorder characterized by recurrent depressive episodes that follow a seasonal pattern, most commonly occurring during fall and winter months. Symptoms often include low mood, fatigue, hypersomnia, increased appetite, cognitive slowing, and social withdrawal. While light …

Estrogen dominance is one of the most common hormone imbalances people experience—especially during their 30s, 40s, and perimenopause years. It occurs when estrogen levels are too high relative to progesterone, or when the body becomes overly sensitive to estrogen. This imbalance can trigger symptoms ranging from bloating and PMS to mood changes and heavy …

When it comes to tick-borne illnesses, most people are familiar with Lyme disease, caused by Borrelia burgdorferi. But Lyme disease rarely acts alone. Many patients bitten by ticks are exposed to coinfections, which can make symptoms more severe and recovery more complex.Two of the most common—and often overlooked—Lyme disease coinfections are Bartonella and …

For many women, menopause and the years leading up to it can feel like stepping into uncharted territory. The symptoms are real, the changes can be intense, and the experience is deeply personal. Yet, despite affecting every woman at some point, this phase of life is still surrounded by silence and misunderstanding. Let’s break that silence and talk about …

If you’ve ever experienced the debilitating symptoms of Lyme disease—fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, neurological issues—but tested negative, you’re not alone. It can be confusing, discouraging, and even isolating to know something’s not right in your body, only to be told by labs that “nothing is wrong.” I’ve been there. And if you're reading this, maybe …

Lyme disease is one of the most talked-about tick-borne illnesses, yet misinformation continues to spread faster than the ticks that carry it. Whether you’ve heard half-truths from a neighbor or confusing claims online, it’s time to separate fact from fiction. Here are five of the most common myths about Lyme disease—and the truth behind them. Myth 1: You …

The big day is finally here, the weekend. You have been waiting all week for this day to come so you and the missus can spend some quality time together. The mood is right, the lights are low, and the time is now... or so you thought. Instead of a night of intimacy and romance, you are left feeling tired, uninterested, and irritable. It could be just another …

Spring is here and with it comes the perfect weather to be outside and go for a walk, jog, or bike ride.However, just as you start taking those first steps or pedals, you feel a sharp pain in your joint(s). There it is again, that painful flareup of arthritis in your joints.Often, we may associate arthritis with age or a past injury, but it could be related …

There’s nothing quite like the awe of a renovated kitchen or bathroom; new cabinets, new countertops, and maybe even some new appliances or fittings. But before you could admire your new layout, you had to tear out all the old fixtures and countertops only to reveal greenish black spots all over the wall that had been hidden for who knows how long. While …

We are often told by doctors that we should eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly. While those are important factors to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, it is also important to take a closer look at your health. A much closer look, in fact. Your gut and the microbiome that resides in it play a very crucial role in your overall health and can be the …