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DETOXIFICATION

A Functional Medicine Approach to Detoxification

We’re exposed to more environmental toxins today than ever before and our bodies are working hard to keep up.

In functional medicine, detoxification is a core part of restoring balance. By supporting the body’s natural systems, we can reduce toxic load, calm inflammation, and create the foundation for long-term wellness.

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Why Your Body Feels Different After 40 (And What It's Trying to Tell You)

The strategies that worked in your 30s stop working in your 40s. Here's what's actually happening in perimenopause and how to support your body through it.For thirty years, we told patients depression was a chemical imbalance. Then in 2022, the largest review ever conducted found the evidence was never there. So if depression isn't a serotonin problem, what is it?

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Why You Wake Up Tired and Inflamed: The Hidden Cortisol Rhythm Problem

Waking up tired, stiff, or inflamed? It may not be adrenal fatigue. A flattened cortisol rhythm, often driven by dim days and bright nights, can disrupt sleep, increase inflammatory signaling, and impair metabolic function. This article explores how light timing shapes hormone balance and what you can do to restore a healthier rhythm.

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Rethinking Gut Health: Why Light, Rhythm & Energy Matter More Than Probiotics

Most gut issues don’t start in the gut. They start when your body’s natural rhythms fall out of sync with light, sleep, and daily routine. In this article, Dr. Ben Snider, ND, shares how circadian rhythm, mitochondrial health, and simple lifestyle shifts can restore digestion, mood, and energy… without chasing another supplement.

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Fall Immunity Guide: Preventing Colds, Flu & COVID Naturally

Fall and winter don’t have to mean getting sick on repeat. Simple daily habits can strengthen immune defenses. At Functional Medicine Uptown, we also offer functional testing and IV nutrient therapy for deeper, personalized support. With the right strategy, you can move into the season with confidence in your immune health.

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