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by Dr. Kilcup | Feb 16, 2024 | Articles, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)
In recent times, alternative therapies have gained attention for their potential benefits, and one such treatment making waves is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT). HBOT for anxiety. In this article, we explore how HBOT can impact anxiety, providing insights into its mechanisms and who may find...
by Dr. Kilcup | Jun 23, 2023 | Articles, Mental Health, Womans Health
In the fast-paced world we live in, finding time to relax and recharge has become increasingly essential for our overall well-being. One of the most popular and effective ways to achieve this is through the timeless practice of Swedish massage. Originating in Sweden, this therapeutic technique has...
by Dr. Kilcup | Jun 6, 2023 | Articles, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)
In recent years, alternative therapies have gained attention for their potential to enhance healing and well-being. Among these innovative treatments, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) has emerged as a promising modality. By delivering oxygen at high pressures, HBOT harnesses the healing properties...
by Dr. Kilcup | Jun 6, 2023 | Articles, Mental Health, Uncategorized
Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health conditions, affecting millions of people worldwide. While conventional treatments such as medication and therapy are widely utilized, an increasing number of individuals are seeking alternative and holistic approaches to manage their...
by Dr. Kilcup | May 26, 2023 | Articles, Mental Health
Anxiety disorders affect millions of people worldwide, leading to significant emotional distress and impaired quality of life. While various treatment options exist, researchers are constantly exploring novel therapies to alleviate symptoms and improve overall well-being. One such emerging...
by Dr. Kilcup | Sep 2, 2022 | Articles, Mental Health
Depression is a serious mental illness that impacts millions of Americans everyday. It is a sad and troubling statistic that 2.5 million youth in the U.S. have severe depression. While there are steps being made to help combat this growing issue, in most cases people are left untreated or given...
by Dr. Kilcup | Apr 3, 2020 | Articles, Thyroid
If you have Graves disease (aka hyperthyroidism) this photo might be something you can relate to. When I had hyperthyroidism I felt more stressed than I had ever experienced. I felt like I had 10 cups of coffee in me all day long. Here is how a Functional Medicine doctor cured himself. Graves...
by Dr. Kilcup | Feb 1, 2018 | Articles, Cardiovascular Health
If you want to lower blood pressure naturally, from a functional medicine approach, you have to find out why your blood pressure is high in the first place. One often overlooked cause of high blood pressure, also called hypertension, is an imbalance in neurotransmitters. Neurotransmitters are...
by Dr. Kilcup | Jul 25, 2017 | Articles, Fatigue, Headaches, Insomnia, Mental Health, Toxins And Detox
I could not believe my eyes when my wife’s Lyme test came back positive. I had been taught that Lyme disease is very rare in Arizona, only transmitted by ticks, and that a bulls eye rash would be seen with an infected bite. Like so many things I dig into, the truth is very different than the...
by Dr. Kilcup | Dec 2, 2016 | Articles, Womans Health
In part 2 of a “Functional Medicine Approach to PMS,” I am going to cover the connection between adrenal function and female hormones. PMS is a term that is used to describe a collection of signs and symptoms that occur sometime between ovulation and menses. Physical signs of PMS...
by Dr. Kilcup | Aug 16, 2016 | Articles, Insomnia, Videos
Natural melatonin is a hormone your body makes that helps you sleep and relax. However, there are things we do that can make it harder for our bodies to make melatonin. In this quick video you will learn this simple, free, effective and scientific way to increase your natural melatonin! Read the...
by Dr. Kilcup | Aug 3, 2016 | Articles, Thyroid
Iodine for hypothyroidism is a nutrient that can often be a huge help, but in some people it can make the hypothyroidism worse. In this article I will share with you what you need to know about taking iodine for hypothyroidism. Right off the top I want to give Dr. David Brownstein a lot of credit....
by Dr. Kilcup | Jan 27, 2016 | Articles, Healthy Living, Mental Health
If getting to the cause of depression and treating depression without medication is something you’re interested in, then you’re in the right place. Like every kind of disease, depression has a cause, and the cause is not a lack of drugs. I have broken down what I have found to be...
by Dr. Kilcup | Mar 23, 2015 | Articles, Cardiovascular Health, Digestive Health, Fatigue, Headaches, Mental Health, Toxins And Detox, Weight Loss, Womans Health
What are toxic emotions? Take a second to think about a time when someone did something that wasn’t nice to you. Oh yeah, you remember that jerk! As you are experiencing this unpleasant memory, have you noticed that your heart is beating a little faster, and maybe your stomach is starting to...
by Dr. Kilcup | Oct 26, 2014 | Articles, Cardiovascular Health, Healthy Living, Toxins And Detox
The dangers of mercury poisoning are real. It can be confusing knowing what is safe to eat, especially when it comes to fish, in regard to what contains mercury. Which is obviously very frustrating when a person is trying to eat fish to be healthy! Today I found this great infographic on fix.com...