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Daniel Drahnak : Chronic Fatigue

Posted: Nov 07 in Testimonials by

After consulting a number of allergists, general practitioners, internists, and nutritionists during the years of 2007 to 2010, I was either told there was nothing wrong with me or given ineffective treatments for my symptoms of chronic fatigue, upper respiratory infections, and hair loss. Despite the extensive medical knowledge of these medical practitioners, I was [...]

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Exploring Functional Medicine

Posted: Jul 26 in Blog by

While functional medicine is a new term to many people, many of the ideas behind it have been around for some time. Functional medicine is a type of holistic medicine that is particularly patient centered. It is a sort of integrated care that can pull influences from traditional Western medicine, Eastern medicine and naturopathic practices. [...]

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Exploring Functional Medicine

Posted: Mar 16 in Blog by

As patients’ health care needs and knowledge develops, many health care practitioners here in the Rochester Hills area and elsewhere are making a transition toward functional medicine. Functional medicine differs from traditional medicine in many important ways. Traditional medicine tends to be disease centered. Functional medicine takes a whole-patient approach, and helps people maintain better [...]

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What are Probiotics?

Posted: Oct 19 in Blog by

Most people are familiar with the word antibiotics, which describes an organism that kills unwanted bacteria in the body. However, you may be less familiar with the word probiotics, which may be equally essential to weight loss and good health. What are probiotics? Probiotics are most easily described as “good” bacteria, although they may also be [...]

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Important Hormones in Men

Posted: Sep 07 in Blog by

Although most people are aware that women can be significantly impacted by hormones, you may not know how important it is for men to keep their hormones balanced. The male endocrine system is just as important to health and well being as the female hormone system, even if it doesn’t get as much attention. Learn more about the role hormones play in a man’s body and how to know if your hormones are properly balanced.

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Annette Techow: Adrenal Fatigue

Posted: Jul 12 in Testimonials by

I was always energetic, but in December 2005 I gave blood and I couldn’t get out of bed for three months afterward. I was so weak and tired. And I noticed I was becoming intolerant of people and was angry all the time.

I did some reading and tried to locate a doctor who could help me, but most of them didn’t even call me back. Dr. Waller took the time to answer my questions. She’s a totally different doctor. She goes over test results and explains everything. I learned I had adrenal fatigue and after I started taking the supplements she prescribed, I felt better right away.

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Debbie Cousens: Iodine Deficiency

Posted: Jun 12 in Testimonials by

At age 42, I started losing weight, shaking and was out of breath a lot. I had to stop jogging and I became incontinent. I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and was told the only treatments were drugs and radiation. I took the medication, but it made me sleepy and I gained more weight than when I was pregnant. I eventually stopped taking the medication, because I couldn’t stand the side effects, and my symptoms came back.

It was horrible and embarrassing. I was so disgusted with the way I felt, looked and everything.

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Barbara DeRocher: Hormone Imbalance

Posted: May 12 in Testimonials by

I suffered from episodes of double vision, irritability, sleeplessness, chronic fatigue and inflammation. I had soreness when I exercised. I was desperate to lose weight and I was living on B12 shots. I’d been to other doctors, but nothing was helping and I was starting to think it was in my own head.

Dr. Waller took about 20 vials of blood and also tested my urine and saliva. It took me a while to believe she could find something new that would actually help me. She looked at everything and fit the pieces together like a puzzle.

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Cameron Scott: Hashimoto’s Disease

Posted: Apr 12 in Testimonials by

I was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s Disease, a thyroid disorder, and had struggled with memory loss and with my weight for years. I hadn’t slept through the night in about 15 years. I give presentations in front of people and I was getting so forgetful, I worried I wasn’t going to be able to work anymor

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Adrenal Fatigue Syndrome

Posted: Sep 12 in Blog by

Modern living causes many of us to operate in a constant high stress state. Information overload, unrealistic demands for our time or attention, financial uncertainty, safety concerns, and unrelenting day-to-day worries all contribute to a chronic state of stress that places a heavy burden on our bodies.

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