by Evoke 5 | Sep 27, 2023 | Physical Wellness
Fats are one of the three macronutrients that our body needs to function properly, alongside carbohydrates and proteins. (Need a refresher on macro and micronutrients? Check out this blog post.) Although they’ve gotten a bad name over the years, fats are an essential...
by Evoke 5 | Sep 8, 2023 | Medical Wellness
I’ve seen enough in my years as a family medicine doctor at Evoke 5 Medical Center to know that health (good or bad) starts in the gut. And if you’ve known me for very long, you’ve no doubt heard me talk about the importance of gut health. But you don’t have to take...
by Evoke 5 | Sep 8, 2023 | Medical Wellness
In a recent blog post, I delved into the difference between functional medicine and “regular” medicine (aka allopathic, conventional or Western medicine). The takeaway: Functional medicine like we offer here at Evoke 5 Medical Center is a patient-centered approach...
by Evoke 5 | Sep 8, 2023 | Medical Wellness
When you have a leaky faucet, you call a handyman. But what do you do when you have a leaky gut? Leaky gut: A definition Before we dive in, let’s explain what leaky gut is. Leaky gut syndrome is a condition that occurs when the gut lining becomes permeable, allowing...
by Evoke 5 | Aug 13, 2023 | Physical Wellness
“Insulin sensitivity” is a term that’s making it into conversations more and more these days. But what does it mean? How does it affect you? And what do you need to do about it? If you’ve asked those questions, let’s get them answered. Insulin sensitivity is the...
