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Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a retinal eye disease that attacks your central vision. With the dry form of AMD, clumps of a protein called drusen start to grow on your thinning macula (the center of the back of your eye). This causes gradual central vision loss, dark spots and contrast sensitivity. The wet form of AMD causes vision loss much faster: abnormal blood vessels start to grow under the retina and these leak blood/fluids into your eye causing scarring. If you are diagnosed with AMD, your doctor will recommend you use an Amsler grid every day to monitor your vision. This simple, quick test will help you notice changes to your eyesight that you can report back to your doctor. In addition to using an Amsler grid, there are lifestyle changes you can make to slow the progression of this disease: - 🚭 Stop smoking - 🤸♀️ Exercise regularly - 🥦 Eat colorful, fresh foods - 🐟 Incorporate omega 3 fatty acids into your diet - 💊 Take AREDS 2 (Age-Related Eye Disease Studies) vitamin supplements with your doctor’s approval There are also in-office treatments and medications that can help control vision loss from AMD. If you are experiencing any changes in your vision, we hope you will schedule an eye exam as soon as possible. Early detection and treatment may be sight-saving! Call us today at (815) 932-2020 to schedule an appointment. #FisherSaleNicholsonEyeCenter #FSNEyeCenter #MacularDegeneration #EyeHealth #AMDWarrior #EmpoweredLiving #AMD #vision #EyeCare #VisionCare

So, which tests should you all plan to get done? ✨ Complete Blood Count (CBC) ✨ Lipid Panel ✨ Fasting Blood Glucose ✨ Thyroid Function Tests (TSH, T3, T4) ✨ Liver Function Tests (AST, ALT, ALP, Bilirubin) ✨ Kidney Function Tests (BUN, Creatinine) ✨ Vitamin D ✨ Iron Levels (Serum Ferritin) ✨ C-reactive Protein (CRP) ✨ HbA1c ✨ Urinalysis ✨ Vitamin B12 Subscribe to my channel to know more! #HealthCheck #BloodTestResults #WellnessJourney #HealthScreening #KnowYourNumbers #PreventiveCare #CheckUpTime #HealthyLiving #BloodWork #HealthAwareness #StayWell #ScreeningTests #HealthMatters #RoutineCheckup #MedicalCheck #HolisticHealth #LabResults #BodyCheck #StayHealthy #HealthMaintenance #Diagnostics #PreventiveHealth #HealthMonitoring #AnnualCheckup #WellnessCheck #BodyScreening #HealthFirst #divyagandhi #dietician #nutritionist

9 signs your feet might be telling you about your liver health! PLUS, 7 natural remedies! Have you recently or for a while experienced different abnormal signs in your feet and ankles? Liver health problems often are correlated to what is being presented in the feet and ankles. Poor liver health is attributable to many factors, some of which include: nutrition deficiencies, toxin build-up, fat build up, excess sugar, ultra-processed foods, excess protein intake, and certain medications. Here are 9 signs around the feet which may indicate your liver needs some help. 1. Pitting edema 2. Red or brown spots on and around the ankles (poor circulation) 3. Spider veins (too much estrogen) 4. Cracked heals (vitamin B3 and omega-3 deficiencies, low bile production) 5. Itching on the bottom of the feet (congested liver) 7. Pain on the bottom of the feet (mimicking plantar fasciitis) 8. Hot feet and/or bad odor (detox issues) 9. Fungus under the nail (gut dysbiosis) Here are 7 natural ways to improve liver function: 1. Avoid alcohol and smoking 2. Limit sugar and ultra-processed foods intake 3. Optimal sleep of 7-9 hours 4. Eat 7-9 servings of fruits and vegetables 5. Liver detox pathway nutrients (vitamins B2, B3, B6, B12, folic acid, glutathione, flavonoids, phospholipids, glycine, taurine, glutamine, n-acetylcysteine, cysteine, methionine) 6. Complete a 7,14,21-day functional medicine detox 7. Complete a 7-day liver and gallbladder cleanse *** Send me a private message to learn more! . . . Are you struggling with severe health issues such as chronic stress, type 2 diabetes, autoimmune, insulin resistance, or others and not sure how to get started? Kindly send me a private message or schedule a free 15 minute health consult to start the conversation: https://lnkd.in/gNTy8KgV #health #wellness #functionalhealth #functionalmedicine #naturopathy

Are you challenged with a fatty pancreas? Here are 5 natural remedies to help! Could a fatty pancreas have contributed to your diabetes? A normal blood glucose level for a healthy person is between 70-100 mg/dl. A level of around 80 would be equivalent to 1 tsp of sugar in the blood. Insulin takes extra sugar out of the blood and hides it in other places in the body. Insulin converts sugar into the fat cell. Then, through a series of steps it can lead to a clogged pancreas, including: 1) Sugar into the subcutaneous fat 2) Development of ectopic fat (fat outside the fat cell and subcutaneous fat) 3) Fat is then stored in the liver, muscles, and heart. 4) Fat will spill over into the pancreas. 5) Insulin resistance begins to occur as a protective mechanism 6) Pancreas becomes clogged with fat-- inhibiting insulin function Side note: Here are a few early warning signs of pancreatic cancer to consider when working with your PCP: weight loss, loss of appetite, fatigue (with no changes to the diet), upper abdominal pain that radiates to the back and increased pain when eating, digestion issues, bloating, nausea, and loose stool. Here are 5 natural remedies to help reverse a fatty pancreas and improve pancreas functioning: 1. Intermittent and prolonged fasting 2. Functional medicine detox (cleanse the liver, pancreas, gallbladder, and kidneys) 3. TUDCA 4. Betaine HCL 5. Ox bile BONUS: 7-9 hours of optimal sleep! Looking to learn more about underlying imbalances in your health? Kindly send me a private message and we can help you get back the health you DESERVE! Consider joining our NEW Precision Wellness Secrets For Busy Parents Facebook group: https://lnkd.in/gGMv-UC5 #parenting #wellness #functionalmedicine #naturopathy

Vitamin K plays several important roles in maintaining heart health: * **Improves blood clotting:** Vitamin K is essential for the formation of blood clots, which helps stop bleeding after an injury. It activates proteins involved in the clotting process, ensuring that clots form properly and at the appropriate time. * **Prevents calcification of arteries:** Vitamin K helps prevent calcium from accumulating in the arteries, a condition known as arterial calcification. Calcium buildup can narrow the arteries and reduce blood flow to the heart, increasing the risk of heart disease. Vitamin K activates proteins that inhibit this calcification process. * **Improves endothelial function:** The endothelium is the thin layer of cells that lines the blood vessels. It plays a crucial role in regulating blood flow, blood pressure, and inflammation. Vitamin K helps maintain the health and function of the endothelium, promoting optimal cardiovascular health. Vitamin K is an important nutrient and we have it in our CARDIO supplement!! Click www.leenvit.com to order! #omega3s #omega3ala #flaxseed #flaxseeds #bioesters #ethylesters #wellbeingjourney #leenvit #leenvit_omega_369 #leenvit_omega_3 #leenvitomega #leenvitamerica #leenvittribe #healthmatters #fattyacids #omegabenefits #cardiohealth #omegacardio #cardiovascular #hearthealthy #listentoyourheart #evitamin #veganomega3 #omegafattyacids #omega3supplement #omega3supplementation #omegastrong #powerofomega3 #dietarysupplements #dietarysolutions

👁️✨ Did you know Vitamin B1 is a game-changer for your vision? Dive into our latest blog: 'Vitamin B1 and Vision: What You Need to Know' to unlock the secrets of maintaining healthy eyes! 🥦🍳 From preventing cataracts and diabetic retinopathy to easing dry eyes, thiamine is your eye's best friend. Learn about the best food sources 🍊🥩, the recommended daily dosage, and the signs of deficiency. Plus, discover how thiamine was first linked to eye health. Don't miss out on these vital insights for brighter, healthier eyes! 🔬💧

With fires ablaze and smoke entering our airways, respiratory wellness has been top of mind for my patients. In generally healthy folks, new data shows that omega-3 fatty acids help protect our lungs. 🫁 Read more >>> #respiratory #healthcare #wellness #omega3 #fishoil

Once your patients lose weight with GlP-1 products, it's important to start them on an easy-to-follow lifestyle program to support their results, continue to help increase lean muscle mass, burn fat, decrease inflammation, and increase energy. The best programs are backed by science, and use a combination of intermittent fasting, carb-cycling, and HIIT exercise. Micronutrient levels must also be increased and replenished with nutrient injections, nutrient IVs, and other weight management Rx support products including peptides, vitamin injections, lipotropic injections, and more. Need help with an easy-to-follow lifestyle program for your patients, or access to GlP-1 and other Rx support products for weight management? We are here to help. Message us, email us at info@mypracticeconnect.com, or call 866-801-8411 to speak with an advisor. #glp1 #semaglutidejourney #tirezepatide #lipotropics #healthylifestyle #nutrientinjections #wellnessmedicine #medicalconsulting #NAD+ #weightmanagement

⬇️ Wondering how to lower your cholesterol? Dr Oliver Guttmann Consultant Cardiologist at The Wellington Hospital recently shared his top tips with The Guardian. "Alongside eating less fatty food, exercising more, stopping smoking, and cutting down on alcohol, Dr Guttmann recommends adding supplements to your daily routine." Dr Guttmann added: “Maintaining proper nutrition and engaging in regular physical activity is important as these lifestyle factors are fundamental to overall cardiovascular health. If you have any concerns or questions about your cholesterol management or supplements, it’s worth discussing them during your next GP appointment.” To read more recommendations from Dr Guttmann, please visit the link below: https://lnkd.in/eiMd32S2 #TWH #TheWellingtonHospital #HCA #HCAHealthcareUK #healthcare #medical #cardiac #consultant #cardiology #cholesterol

Throughout my years of running my functional medicine telehealth clinic, one of the most common nutrient deficiencies I see is Vitamin D. Even throughout the summer months or with patients that live in warmer climates, I still find this to be an ongoing issue because every cell in your body needs Vitamin D to thrive! And although I believe in a "food first" mindset, I also know that it's incredibly challenging to get sufficient levels of Vitamin D through food alone, which is why I almost always recommend supplementing with this critical nutrient. When looking for a Vitamin D supplement, it's important to find an option that also contains K2, as this enhances the absorption to facilitate optimal levels. I formulated The D3-K2 for this specific reason, using bioavailable and bioactive forms of these nutrients. It's designed to help balance hormones, enhance bone health, and support cardiovascular health for noticeable, sustainable healing. Go check it out: https://bit.ly/3WImg3u #functionalmedicine #nutrientdeficiencies #vitamind #vitamind3k2 #naturalsupplementation