If you are experiencing symptoms like weight gain, fatigue, constipation, hair loss, or difficulty getting pregnant, it may be time to check your thyroid gland to see if you have hypothyroidism. Increasingly this condition is caused by the autoimmune disorder Hashimoto’s disease.
Inflammation has been linked to a number of physical and cognitive health issues, but new research is showing that it could play a bigger role in dementia than previously thought. The good news is that there are ways to reduce inflammation in the body, protecting against dementia.
A company called Grail now performs liquid biopsies for early detection of cancer. This simple blood test analyzes DNA fragments using a small sample of blood, looking for tiny pieces of genetic material that are shed by tumors. The process is highly sensitive and accurate, with a detection rate of over 90% and it can detect cancer in its early stages before it spreads.
While every personal trainer will tell you that there is no way to “spot reduce” with diet and exercise, you CAN target stubborn pockets of fat with revolutionary new LipoDissolve fat loss injections available at Ruthie Harper, MD in Austin, TX!
Most people think of testosterone as a male hormone. But women need testosterone, too! HRT to balance testosterone & estrogen in women can help reverse weight gain, hair loss, low energy & even the risk of heart disease.
In addition to the known risk factors for bone loss, there are quite a few surprising signs that you might be suffering from osteoporosis and should schedule a DEXA scan. If you are experiencing any of these 9 issues, discuss the possibility of a bone density scan with your doctor to rule out bone loss.
21 million women in the United States suffer from hair loss. PRP women’s hair loss treatment is completely natural, non-surgical, affordable, and highly effective.
The hormone decline of menopause causes loss of muscle mass and increased fat storage in women. Dr. Ruthie Harper explains how estrogen replacement therapy can help women maintain strength and muscle function as they get older!
Chronic stress can tax the adrenal glands resulting in “adrenal fatigue” causing loss of energy. Doctor Ruthie Harper explains the symptoms of adrenal fatigue – and shares 7 “natural” steps patients can take to improve adrenal health and increase vitality.
In this article, experienced Austin, TX integrative medicine physician and hormone expert Dr. Ruthie explains the problem of “flat cortisol curves” and discusses what patients can do to keep cortisol levels in balance for optimal health and longer life.
