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Functional Medicine Testing for the Win!

Functional Medicine Testing for the Win!

Many of us think of medical testing ordered by our doctor as something to fear because it often isn’t ordered in conventional medicine offices unless the doctor fears something is wrong. Conventional medicine also tends to have a relatively narrow range of testing they will order on a patient, at least at a primary care doctor. What's more, many of those tests are designed to show only large departures from normal- you either do or don’t have a condition- the reference ranges are designed to quickly pick out those that meet the threshold to be treated by the standard of care and for prescription drugs.
Salvaging New Year’s Resolutions

Salvaging New Year’s Resolutions

New Year’s Day has come and gone, and for many people, so has their commitment to their New Year’s Resolutions. So why do so many people fail to keep their resolutions and give up well before January is over? How can you salvage your resolutions and keep them going strong throughout the year? Here’s a list of some ideas to get you back on track and help accomplish those health goals for the year.
Curcumin: Fighting Inflammation Naturally

Curcumin: Fighting Inflammation Naturally

Welcome to episode 7 of Rethink my Health podcast where we discuss healthcare topics that matter the most. We get to the root cause and empower you, the listener, to take charge of your health. On today’s episode of Rethink my health, Dr. Gez Agolli and Dr. Cheryl Burdette will be talking about everything you need to know about Curcumin. Learn about the practical application of Curcumin in integrative healthcare. Curcumin possesses remarkable anti-inflammatory properties.
Forever Chemicals and Fast Food Wrappers

Forever Chemicals and Fast Food Wrappers

New reports have found "forever chemicals" in fast food wrappers- Here's how that affects your health and what you can do about it.
Vitamin D- Everything You Need to Know

Vitamin D- Everything You Need to Know

On today’s episode of Rethink my health, Dr. Gez Agolli and Dr. Cheryl Burdette will be talking about the benefits of vitamin D. The team digs deep into the science of Vitamin D and why it is important to life.
Strategies for a Successful Night’s Sleep!

Strategies for a Successful Night’s Sleep!

In our last blog article, we examined the healing effects of sleep. How sleep recharges your brain and rebuilds your body every night. In this article, we’ll focus on strategies for ensuring a good night’s rest. 
7 Reasons You Should Be Taking Probiotics

7 Reasons You Should Be Taking Probiotics

Welcome to episode 5 of Rethink my Health podcast where we discuss healthcare topics that matter the most. We get to the root cause and empower you, the listener, to take charge of your health. On today’s episode of Rethink my health, Dr. Gez Agolli and Dr. Cheryl Burdette will be talking about 7 Reasons you need to be taking Probiotics.
The Healing Effects of Sleep

The Healing Effects of Sleep

I’m sure you’ve heard it over and over “Get more sleep!” or “You’ll get sick if you don’t get more sleep!”. While those things certainly can be true, I’d rather focus on the benefits of sleep in this article instead of the dire warnings that are aimed at those that don’t get enough. It is true enough that lack of sleep can contribute to a number of conditions and ailments, from high blood pressure, diabetes, depression, and an increased risk of a heart attack. Getting enough sleep can certainly help decrease the risk of these things, but why? How does sleep make the body stronger? What role does sleep play in overall health?
Far Infrared Saunas For Health!

Far Infrared Saunas For Health!

Today’s modern saunas are far more comfortable than some of the ancient varieties. Heat is much more controllable, dry saunas can avoid the choking steam that can make it hard to breathe, and best of all, infrared saunas, particularly Far Infrared Saunas (FIRS) can offer a much more comfortable experience with no steam, lower heat levels, and safe directed radiant heat that can be tolerated longer and relaxes the whole body while treating a variety of conditions.
Magnesium: The Miracle Mineral

Magnesium: The Miracle Mineral

On this episode of Rethink my Health, Dr. Agolli and Dr. Burdette will be discussing magnesium: the miracle mineral. We call magnesium the miracle mineral because of the numerous metabolic processes in the body that rely on magnesium. In addition to the important role magnesium plays, it is a common deficiency in our modern diets. In fact, the majority of patients that come into Progressive Medical Center are found to have a deficiency in Magnesium. The team will discuss why Magnesium is so important and will teach you how to best obtain magnesium whether though your diet or supplementation.
Omega 3 Fatty Acids, What You Need to Know

Omega 3 Fatty Acids, What You Need to Know

Dr. Agolli and Dr. Cheryl Burdette talk about fish oils. This is a very important topic as Omega 3 fish oils are a fundamental component of optimal health. The team is going to educate you on why fish oils are important, what you need to know when choosing a fish oil, and what good healthy omega 3 fatty acids can do for your health.
Top 5 Supplements for Immune Health

Top 5 Supplements for Immune Health

In this episode, Dr. Gez Agolli and Dr. Cheryl Burdette give you the most updated research on supplements used for immune health. With COVID-19 still a threat to many people across the world, the team shares the top 5 supplements to promote a healthy immune system along with some common sense and practical strategies to stay healthy.