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Signs of Pregnancy Before Missed Period: Your Complete Guide
As a functional medicine doctor, I often hear questions about early body changes that appear before a missed cycle. (In other words, identifying signs of pregnancy before missed periods). Many patients track subtle shifts long before a test strip shows two lines. This guide reviews the most reliable signs of…
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Healthy Whole Grain Bread Recipe
Search for a healthy whole grain bread recipe and you’ll quickly realize there’s a lot of confusion about what “healthy” even means when it comes to bread. Some people insist that all grains are inflammatory. Others point to traditional cultures that thrived on bread for centuries. Both perspectives miss important…
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C-Section Scar Tissue Treatment Strategies
C-section scar tissue treatment strategies play a critical role in long-term recovery after cesarean birth. From a functional medicine lens, scar healing is a reflection of not only surgical technique but also inflammation control, circulation, nutrient status, and nervous system regulation. Many patients focus on cosmetic appearance alone, but the…
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Gene Testing Before Pregnancy: Why and How to Harness the Power of Your DNA
For most couples, genetics aren’t even on the radar apart from eye color and whose nose or lips the baby’s most resemble. But gene testing before pregnancy can potentially make or break your fertility journey. Here’s how… Genetic testing often enters the fertility conversation through IVF, when embryo testing before…
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No Sugar Barbecue Sauce Recipe
Barbecue sauce is a delicious condiment, a pantry staple, and a powerful way to add depth and character to everyday cooking. It enhances everything from grilled meats to roasted vegetables and can instantly turn simple food into something crave-worthy. However, when you take a closer look at grocery store shelves,…
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Everything You Need to Know About Peptide Therapy
Peptide therapy involves using specific peptides to enhance various aspects of health and wellness. It is commonly used in anti-aging treatments to improve skin, muscle tone, and overall vitality. It also offers various benefits in the fields of sports medicine, weight management, immune system function and inflammation. Peptide therapy can…
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Your Guide to Meal Prepping for Pregnancy
Are you getting ready to welcome a new baby into your family? If so, congratulations! Getting ready for baby involves a lot of prep, including the mental preparation for waking every 2 hours to feed a hungry newborn. Then again, it also involves a lot of prep for getting meals…
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12 Week Weight Lifting Plan for Hormone Health
In functional medicine, we approach health by considering the interconnectedness of systems, not just symptoms. One of the most powerful tools in balancing hormones and improving metabolism is weight lifting. The benefits go beyond just muscle building. When done correctly, weight lifting improves hormonal health, optimizes metabolic function, and accelerates…
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Hello and welcome! My name is Dr. Alexandra MacKillop and I am passionate about helping women fix the root cause of their symptoms through functional medicine and feel better than they ever imagined.
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