Health & Wellness Articles from Amy Myers, MD

Causes of Brain Fog & How to Get Rid of It - Woman suffering from brain fog - AMMD™

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Autoimmunity
Brain Fog

Causes of Brain Fog & How to Get Rid of It

 

Brain fog can stem from various causes, including stress, poor sleep, hormonal imbalances, and dietary deficiencies. Factors such as high sugar intake, refined carbohydrates, and vitamin B12 deficiency can contribute to cognitive sluggishness. Additionally, conditions such as thyroid dysfunction, gut imbalances, and chronic inflammation may play a role. Identifying and addressing the root causes of brain fog—whether through improved nutrition, stress management, or better sleep—can help restore mental clarity and focus.
Amy Myers MD |

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Woman holding head - Die-Off & How to Avoid It - AMMD™
Autoimmunity
Candida
What Are Die Off Symptoms & How To Reduce It

Die-off, a form of a Herxheimer reaction, is a bodily process triggered by a sudden increase in endotoxins. Die-off is also fairly common when you first start avoiding certain food such as carbs, sugar, dairy, and alcohol. Die off symptoms can range from irritability, brain fog, fatigue, and digestive issues that make sticking with beneficial lifestyle changes challenging to say the least. 

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Testing for MTHFR Mutations
Autoimmunity
Healthy Living
Testing for MTHFR Mutations
In this article, we dive right into the importance of MTHFR tests. Most importantly, we discuss what you can do to minimize the impact of any MTHFR mutations on your health. This information, in addition to my top recommendation for anyone with the MTHFR mutation, Methylation Support®, will help you support your methylation and detoxification pathways.
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Girl touching hair and looking at scalp - How to Reverse Lupus Naturally - AMMD™
Autoimmunity
Gut Health
How to Reverse Lupus Naturally

Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can impact multiple systems in the body. Conventional medicine treats lupus with medications that suppress the immune system. With functional medicine, you can reverse lupus by supporting your immune system and restoring it to its optimal function. 

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Autoimmunity
Gut Health
What Are the Benefits of MCT Oil and Should You Try It?
The medium-chain fatty acids in MCT oil are isolated and extracted from coconut oil’s long-chain fatty acids. Despite coming from these longer-chain fatty acids, MCT oil’s shorter chemical structure can benefit your gut health in amazing ways that coconut oil can’t! 
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Woman rubbing sunscreen on shoulder - Toxic Sunscreen Ingredients to Avoid - AMMD™
Autoimmunity
Healthy Living
Toxic Sunscreen Ingredients to Avoid
In this article, I will discuss sunscreen ingredients to avoid and why they are harmful. I’ll also tell you what to look for instead when shopping for sunscreen. First, let’s dive into the toxic sunscreen ingredients. 
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Girl eating strawberries - The New Health Rules: A Conversation with Dr. Frank Lipman - AMMD™
Autoimmunity
Health Focus
The New Health Rules: A Conversation with Dr. Frank Lipman
My friend and colleague, Dr. Frank Lipman, recently published a new book, The New Health Rules: Simple Changes to Achieve Whole-Body Wellness. This beautiful little book is full of practical advice and actionable steps you can take to transform your physical, mental, and spiritual health–everything from the foods you eat to the colors with which you surround yourself.
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Basket of avocados - Nutrient Deficiency and Autoimmune Disease: Identifying 6 Key Deficiencies - AMMD™
Autoimmunity
Immune Support
Nutrient Deficiency and Autoimmune Disease: Identifying 6 Key Deficiencies
Your immune system is a complex machine, and it can’t function properly without the right fuel. There are six key nutrients that I consider to be the premium fuel for your immune system. That being said, nutrient deficiencies need to be addressed to ensure optimal health. If you are deficient in any or all of these key nutrients, your immune system is at risk to go haywire. It could attack your body’s own tissues and lead you down what I call the Autoimmune Spectrum®, from experiencing uncomfortable symptoms to developing a full-blown autoimmune disease.
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Putting bread in the toaster - Gluten Detox: How to Recover From Exposure - AMMD™
Autoimmunity
Detox
Gluten Detox: How to Recover From Exposure
I will tell you how to know if you have gluten sensitivity, how to avoid being exposed to gluten, how gluten wreaks havoc on your gut, and why I believe everyone should remove gluten from their diet. First, let’s discuss three steps for a gluten detox.
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Flat Stomach - They Myers Way® Pillar I: Heal Your Gut
Autoimmunity
Gut Health
The Myers Way® Pillar I: Heal Your Gut
This is the first part of a four-part series, based on The Autoimmune Solution. Read the other parts here: Pillar I: Heal your gut. Pillar II: Get rid of gluten, grains, and legumes. Pillar III: Tame the toxins. Pillar IV: Heal your infections and relieve...
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