8 Medication Side Effects to Watch Out For
Side effects can occur with many medications. Many side effects are mild and can be easily managed. Some side effects are potentially dangerous, and it’s important to discuss side effects you’re experiencing with your doctor.
The Key to Restorative Sleep
Restful, restorative sleep happens when you have a high sleep quality. Sleep quality is influenced by how long it takes you to fall asleep, how long you sleep for, even things like feeling to hot or cold in the night impact how rested you feel. This blog explores a few ways to improve your sleep quality so you can wake up feeling refreshed and energized!
Semaglutide – New Weight Loss Miracle Drug or Not?
Weight gain and obesity are multi-factorial, depending on genetics, hormones, diet, food quality, activity level, and stress to name a few. There have been countless diets, exercise plans, supplements, and even medications that promise weight loss but there have been no easy solutions, and many of us have found that while losing weight is hard, keeping it off is even harder. However, there’s now a new weight loss medication that has quickly become extremely popular – semaglutide, or Wegovy.
Sitting All Day? Here’s What You Need to Know
Many workers spend their day sitting at a desk, whether they’re working from home or in the office. You may have heard that sitting down for hours on end day in, day out can be bad for your health - read on to learn why, and how you can counteract the effects.
Post-Holiday Spike in Flu & Other Respiratory Illnesses
Across the country, there has been a significant rise in respiratory illnesses. According to the CDC, seasonal flu activity is high and continuing to increase - it’s estimated that this season there have been 8.7 million cases of the flu in the U.S. Read on to learn more and review preventative measures you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Antioxidant Spotlight: Selenium
Selenium is a mineral found in the soil which naturally occurs in water and foods, depending on the makeup of the soil food is grown in. The body uses a small but essential amount of selenium to function properly, as selenium plays an important role in metabolic function.
Iodine & Thyroid Abnormalities
Thyroid disease is a widespread issue, with the American Thyroid Association estimating that over 12% of the population will develop a thyroid condition during their lifetime. Read on to discover the signs of thyroid disease, the importance of iodine, and how you can support proper thyroid functioning.
Combating Estrogen Dominance
Elevated estrogen levels, known as estrogen dominance, can occur in both men and women. Recognizing common symptoms can help you to identify estrogen dominance early and take steps to return your hormones to the proper balance.
Cortisol & Chronic Stress
There is an epidemic of stress that reaches nearly all corners of modern society. This near-constant stress also has harmful physiological impacts like adrenal fatigue and hormonal imbalance. Read on to find out how you can combat adrenal fatigue & chronic stress.
Iron Deficiency, Food, and Supplementation
Iron is an important mineral essential for your body’s growth and development. Iron deficiency can disrupt proper bodily function, and is particularly common for people who menstruate. Learn more about the importance of iron in the body, and how you can boost your iron levels.
5 Signs of Imbalanced Hormones
For both men and women, natural hormone production decreases significantly throughout the aging process. This can lead to many unwanted symptoms, so it’s important to be able to recognize common signs of hormonal imbalances.
Managing Menopause with Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy
Menopause occurs as a result of a natural decline in the body’s production of hormones, from testosterone to estrogen. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy offers a safe and effective way to restore hormonal balance and mitigate the effects of menopause.
Supplements: Are All Brands the Same?
Patient’s frequently ask if there’s a difference between the supplements we sell and those you can buy at big box stores - and the answer is a resounding YES! There is typically a stark difference in the quality of ingredients and in the reliability of the supplements. Let’s explain why.
How Do Collagen Peptides Work?
Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body, and is essential for building and maintaining connective tissue. While it’s naturally produced by the human body, collagen production declines as we age - so how can this be replenished? And why is collagen important? Read on to find out.
Low-FODMAP Explained
Learn about what Low-FODMAP means and why it can be an important tool in identifying and treating gastrointestinal issues.
Say Goodbye to Hair Loss with Your New BFF TED
There are many causes of hair loss: stress, COVID, hormones, and normal aging. These can be difficult to treat, especially in a market saturated with gimmicks and remedies that are unproven at best. SageMED is committed to only offering treatments that are rooted in science with proven clinical research and efficacy. That’s where TED comes in.
Why It Feels Like Your Seasonal Allergies are Getting Worse
This year, many patients have shared with us that they feel like their seasonal allergies are getting worse. If you’ve felt this way, it’s assuredly not in your head - there are in fact several root causes for why seasonal allergies are worsening in urban areas.
Treat Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Without Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a growing issue among America’s workforce. CTS can impact just about anyone who works with their hands, from receptionists to hair stylists. New research indicates that hydrodissection therapy is a safe and effective alternative to surgery for treating CTS.
How You Can Be Allergy Free in 90 Days
For many, seasonal allergies can feel especially limiting, preventing them from going outside and enjoying all of the fun and beauty that this time of year has to offer. The good news is, it doesn’t have to be this way. SageMED can help you become allergy free in as little as 90 days!
Treating Erectile Dysfunction (ED) with Shockwave Therapy
In my practice, I have a lot of men looking to optimize their health. One of the most frequent complaints I get it declining libido and declining erectile function. GAINSWave is a revolutionary form of low intensity Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT). This is a relatively new technology that uses low frequency high amplitude sound waves to break up gunk in the arteries that deliver blood to the genitals.