Author Archives: Zuzanna Walter

Healing under pressure: hyperbaric oxygen therapy

Healing Under Pressure: The Power of Hyperbaric Medicine

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) stands at the forefront of functional, anti-aging medical innovation. Originally used to treat conditions such as carbon monoxide poisoning and air or gas embolism, this modality is now emerging as a promising therapeutic option for a wide variety of health conditions. HBOT’s versatility makes it ideal for tailored protocols based on a patient’s unique needs — especially beneficial for women who have evolving healthcare priorities across their lifespans.

By leveraging oxygen’s restorative properties to offer drug-free healing, HBOT activates regenerative physiological processes that optimize female health and well-being. Specific applications currently under investigation include supporting hormonal balance, reproductive health, and weight management, among many other potential uses. HBOT protocols are also being developed to target autoimmune disorders, metabolic conditions, and age-related decline in women.

With its ability to stimulate the body’s innate healing capacities, HBOT represents the future of functional medicine – harnessing natural healing pathways through the power of oxygen to meet women’s health needs throughout all stages of life.

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Killing Us Softly (and Early): Chronic Stress and America’s Life Expectancy Crisis

Life expectancy is a key indicator of a nation’s health and well-being. However, despite having similar resources to other developed countries, life expectancy has seen a concerning decline in America. Most recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveals U.S. life expectancy has declined to 76.4 years, the shortest in nearly two decades.

When compared with other high-income countries, the United States falls short. Premature deaths have reached historically high rates, and the U.S. has among the highest maternal and infant mortality rates among its counterparts.

Physicians and public health experts have identified chronic stress as not just a significant contributing factor to this life expectancy crisis but also a societal epidemic.

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5 key insights from the Pediatric Immune Health Summit.

5 Key Insights From The Pediatric Immune Health Summit

Between October 26-28, dedicated pediatric health professionals gathered in Boston, MA, for three immersive days of cutting-edge education, hands-on clinical training, dynamic networking, and vital knowledge sharing at the Pediatric Immune Health Summit.

Throughout the expertly curated program, attendees gained exclusive access to the latest insights and integrative strategies from pioneering thought leaders in functional pediatric medicine. Across 30 information-packed sessions, presenters offered an in-depth exploration of timely pediatric immune health topics ranging from the implications of polyvagal theory for pediatric patients to optimizing early childhood development through the gut microbiome.

The Pediatric Immune Health Summit was an exceptional educational experience, and we want to ensure that the groundbreaking insights presented extend beyond the conference walls. We’ve distilled five of the most impactful lectures into key clinical takeaways so you, too, can benefit from the trailblazing education presented at this highly anticipated pediatric event.

Read on for a summary of standout sessions and actionable pearls you can integrate into your practice right away.

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