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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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PCOS Is Now PMOS: What the New Name Means
In 2026, PCOS was officially renamed PMOS, polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome. The new name finally reflects what the condition really is: a whole-body hormonal and metabolic picture, not just a problem with the ovaries. Here's what the change means for how you're diagnosed, why so many people were missed under the old name, and what a root-cause approach looks like if you recognize yourself in it.
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?
Depression Is Not a Chemical Imbalance. It Is an Energy Crisis.
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?
InBody Body Composition Scans for Metabolic & Mitochondrial Health
Body weight alone tells us very little about how the body is functioning. This article explores how InBody body composition scans provide insight into muscle mass, cellular health, metabolism, and mitochondrial function, and how they are used in clinic as part of your care.
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.
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.
Histamine: More Than an Allergy Signal
If you’ve ever felt anxious, bloated, or flushed and couldn’t figure out why, histamine might be involved. Beyond allergies, histamine influences your gut, brain, and immune system. In this article, Dr. Ben shares how histamine overload develops, why stress and environment matter, and what you can do to restore balance.
Beyond CPAP: Uncovering the Roots of Sleep Apnea
Is your CPAP machine solving the problem…or just covering it up? In this article, Dr. Ben ND explores the surprising mitochondrial roots of sleep apnea and introduces a deeper, functional approach. Discover how oxygen, circadian rhythm, and cellular energy play a role in your sleep, and what you can do to truly restore it. This article is a must read for anyone seeking more than symptom management and ready to explore root cause resolution.
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