Macular Degeneration A common physical finding in age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the presence of drusen—yellow lipid-protein deposits that accumulate beneath the retinal pigment epithelium. Drusen formation disrupts photoreceptor function and leads to gradual central vision loss (Amini et al., 2023). Another hallmark finding is retinal pigment epithelial (RPE) atrophy, resulting in patchy or confluent areas of hypopigmentation in theContinue reading “Understanding Age-Related Macular Degeneration: Nutrition Strategies for AMD Prevention”
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Regain Strength: A Vegetarian’s Guide to Postpartum Hair Loss
Allie’s Story “When I first noticed clumps of hair falling out in the shower three months after giving birth, I felt a wave of panic. My once thick ponytail had thinned to nearly half its volume, and my hairline was visibly receding. Like many new mothers, I dismissed it as “normal postpartum shedding.” But asContinue reading “Regain Strength: A Vegetarian’s Guide to Postpartum Hair Loss”
Optimizing Nutrition in Multiple Sclerosis: Key Recommendations
Multiple sclerosis is a heterogenous disease clinically and pathologically; classification is important to set expectations, choose disease-modifying therapy (DMT), and tailor rehabilitation and lifestyle recommendations. Clinically Isolated Syndrome (CIS) — a first neurologic episode suggestive of CNS demyelination (optic neuritis, brainstem/cerebellar or spinal cord syndrome) that has not yet met criteria for MS. CIS is aContinue reading “Optimizing Nutrition in Multiple Sclerosis: Key Recommendations”
Multiple Sclerosis: Types, Differences, and Nutrition Insights
MS classification — types and how they differ clinically Multiple sclerosis is a heterogenous disease clinically and pathologically; classification is important to set expectations, choose disease-modifying therapy (DMT), and tailor rehabilitation and lifestyle recommendations. • Clinically Isolated Syndrome (CIS) — a first neurologic episode suggestive of CNS demyelination (optic neuritis, brainstem/cerebellar or spinal cord syndrome) that hasContinue reading “Multiple Sclerosis: Types, Differences, and Nutrition Insights”
Understanding the Ketogenic Diet for Epilepsy
Note: KD should only be initiated and monitored by a clinician–dietitian team experienced in dietary therapies for epilepsy. The 3-month trial window is a general rule; in specific etiologies (e.g., Glut1DS), KD is a first-line, long-term therapy. Ask your neurologist if KD is appropriate for your situation. The Ketogenic Diet and Epilepsy: A Clinical Tool with Real-LifeContinue reading “Understanding the Ketogenic Diet for Epilepsy”
Managing Seizure Disorders: Nutrition and Lifestyle Solutions
Living with a seizure disorder can be challenging, particularly when needed medications cause difficult side effects or seizures persist. Many patients are interested in complementary lifestyle and dietary approaches that may support brain health and reduce seizure risk. Research suggests that nutrition, nutraceuticals, and lifestyle changes can influence the brain’s resistance to experiencing seizures without drug-related side effects.
How Magnesium Prevents Migraines: A Nutritional Approach
A Nutrition & Lifestyle Guide for Headache Prevention Migraines can be more than just headaches—they often disrupt daily life, productivity, and emotional well-being. While medications can help, many people are turning to nutrition and lifestyle strategies to prevent migraine attacks before they start. One mineral has been getting a lot of scientific attention for itsContinue reading “How Magnesium Prevents Migraines: A Nutritional Approach”
Natural Remedies for Non-Scarring Alopecia in Women
Hair loss in women—especially when it’s non-scarring and seemingly without cause—can be frustrating, confusing, and emotionally draining. Many women experience thinning at the crown or temples, gradual widening of the part line, or excessive shedding without overt scalp damage or inflammation. While it’s often chalked up to aging or stress, the truth is that non-scarringContinue reading “Natural Remedies for Non-Scarring Alopecia in Women”
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