by functional | Apr 5, 2021 | Functional Medicine, General Health & Wellness
So, you’ve scheduled a cerebrospinal fluid examination. You’re a little concerned about the procedure itself (don’t be – it’s a very routine process that’s only slightly more involved than your standard blood test), and you want to know what, exactly, you can find out...
by functional | Apr 5, 2021 | Functional Medicine, General Health & Wellness
I’ve been practicing as a neurologist and medical doctor since the early 1990s, and I’ve done thousands of spinal fluid examinations. I know the procedure sounds painful and high-risk, but trust me, it’s anything but. Spinal fluid examinations, or lumbar punctures, as...
by functional | Mar 19, 2021 | Functional Medicine, General Health & Wellness
You are familiar with the conventional process. You see a doctor. They diagnose your condition, and you are prescribed medication to treat your brain or nervous system. It works – to an extent. But as soon as you stop taking your medicine, all of your symptoms...
by functional | Mar 19, 2021 | Alzheimer's Disease, General Health & Wellness
Does the healthcare delivery system work? It is a huge, multi-faceted question, one that demands nuance and objectivity, professional and personal experience. In this article, I will break down the problem with today’s healthcare approach and offer a solution that is...
by functional | Feb 9, 2021 | General Health & Wellness, Neurology
Understanding concussions: conventional treatment, functional medicine approaches, and the gut-brain connection Concussions are not uncommon. Estimates suggest that 3.8 million concussions occur annually in the United States during competitive sports and other...
by functional | Aug 24, 2016 | Functional Medicine, General Health & Wellness
Is there really such a thing as non-celiac gluten sensitivity? Dr. Sharlin Responds: Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity (NCGS) is different from wheat allergy and Celiac disease. It remains a confusing, though fortunately an evolving topic for those interested in this...
