by Dr. Cas | 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 Dr. Cas | 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...
by Dr. Cas | Aug 1, 2023 | Medical Wellness
In functional medicine, we believe that all of the body’s systems are interconnected. When something is wrong with one system, it can show up in another one. (That’s why chasing and treating only symptoms can be frustrating – and futile!) In my functional family...
by Dr. Cas | Aug 1, 2023 | Medical Wellness
A doctor’s work is never done – especially when it comes to education. Discoveries and advancements in health care are happening all the time, and it’s critical to keep ahead of the curve to make sure I’m providing the best care to my patients. As part of my...
by Dr. Cas | Jul 6, 2023 | Physical Wellness
Eating right, exercising, not smoking, getting good sleep – these are all well-known foundations for living a long, healthy life. But here’s one you may not have considered: your VO2 max. Until recently, VO2 max (or maximum oxygen consumption) was a term only familiar...
