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As more families search for answers to childhood asthma, an important connection is gaining attention—the link between gut health and lung function. While asthma is often managed at the level of the lungs, the immune system that drives inflammation begins largely in the gut. The Gut: Ground Zero for the
When someone is diagnosed with iron deficiency anemia, the typical response is simple: “Take iron.” But here’s the problem…Not all iron supplements are created equal—and some are far better than others. In fact, the wrong form of iron is one of the biggest reasons patients fail treatment. Let’s walk through
Most people think of anemia as an iron problem. And sometimes it is. But there’s another type—Anemia of Chronic Disease (ACD)—where iron is actually present… but your body won’t use it. This is a very different story. What Is Anemia of Chronic Disease? Anemia of Chronic Disease (also called anemia
When Energy Drops, Think Beyond Iron Most people associate anemia with iron deficiency. But in clinical practice, one of the most commonly missed causes of fatigue is low vitamin B12 or folate. These nutrients are essential for red blood cell formation, DNA synthesis, and brain/nerve function. Without them, your body
If you’ve been feeling tired… and not just “end of the day” tired, but bone-deep fatigue, there’s a good chance your body is trying to tell you something. One of the most common—and most overlooked—causes? Iron deficiency anemia. Let’s break it down in a way that actually makes sense. What
Supporting Young Athletes the Smart Way Youth sports are a gift. They build confidence, teamwork, resilience, and discipline. Whether it’s soccer, baseball, volleyball, wrestling, dance, or football — sports teach lessons that last a lifetime. But here’s what many parents don’t realize: Young athletes are not just “smaller adults.” Their
Why the Stomach, Mood, and Immune System Are All Talking to Each Other If your child struggles with frequent infections, anxiety, stomach aches, eczema, or trouble focusing… It may not be separate problems. It may be one connected system. In children, the gut, brain, and immune system are deeply intertwined.
Why They Happen and How to Support Better Drainage If you’ve had a child with an ear infection, you know the signs. Fever. Tugging at the ear. Irritability. Trouble sleeping. Pressure. Pain. Ear infections are one of the most common reasons children visit a doctor. But here’s the important question:
When Crying May Be Coming from the Belly If you’ve had a baby with colic, you know the feeling. The crying that seems to come out of nowhere. The arching back. The tight little belly. Pulling the legs up. The gas. The sleepless nights. Parents often hear: “They’ll grow out
Same labs. Different meaning. Heart disease is still the number one cause of death for both men and women—but here’s the part that often gets missed: Men and women develop heart disease differently, show risk differently, and respond to blood markers differently. If we interpret labs the same way for