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Conventional vs Functional Medicine

Conventional vs Functional Medicine
Conventional medicine focuses primarily on symptom management through medications, surgery, or other treatments, without necessarily addressing the root causes of health issues. In contrast, functional medicine delves deeper into understanding the underlying imbalances or dysfunctions within the body by considering the interconnectedness of its various systems. 

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Menopause & Cholesterol

Menopause & Cholesterol
Menopause is often associated with hot flashes and mood swings, but many are unaware of its link to high cholesterol, a key risk factor for cardiovascular disease, which remains the leading cause of death in women post-menopause.
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The Dreaded Hair Fall

The Dreaded Hair Fall
Hair loss can be caused by various factors, including thyroid conditions, stress, nutrient deficiencies, medications, toxins, and autoimmune conditions.
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Meet Lauren Higgs

Hi, I'm Lauren, a registered dental hygienist and certified applied functional medicine practitioner.
I have always been passionate in supporting my patients and clients to gain control over their health via changes in their diets, lifestyles, and environments. 
Suffering with autoimmune conditions, unrelenting fatigue, blood sugar issues, digestive troubles and headaches is not normal. Your body is trying to tell you something. 
I have made it my mission to try and change this through educating and supporting my community and clients towards a better, healthier way where each day they are pain free and THRIVING! Don't give up- your body can heal!

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