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Relief in a Bottle: Castor Oil for Joint Pain, Muscle Aches, and Digestion
If you’ve been hunting for natural ways to soothe pain and settle digestion without endless medications, castor oil packs are about to become your new favorite self-care items.

Dr. Susan Monias
Nov 262 min read


Want Head-to-Toe Healing?
Take the Castor Oil Path to Detox and Glow L et’s bust a myth: castor oil isn’t just your grandmother’s beauty secret or a strange wellness fad. It’s a multitasker proven to help you naturally restore radiance, comfort, and internal balance. Here’s how to make castor oil packs part of your routine for vibrant hair, glowing skin, and a gently detoxified system. Unlocking Skin and Hair Radiance All in on castor oil for your skin If you’ve battled dull skin, scars, or hair that

Dr. Susan Monias
Nov 193 min read


Castor Oil 101: The Ancient Remedy That Changed How I Heal Today
This is the story of how castor oil went from the back of my mind to a staple for myself, my family and my functional wellness patients.

Dr. Susan Monias
Nov 123 min read


Are You Flushing Away Early Alzheimer’s Clues?
The takeaway is simple but often overlooked: your bathroom habits can offer early, physical clues that your gut is under stress. Paying closer attention to those clues without embarrassment or avoidance can lead to early interventions that protect not just your digestion, but also your long-term brain function. It's not about sounding an alarm. It's about hearing the alert.

Dr. Susan Monias
Sep 33 min read


How Not to Be a Prisoner to a Medical Diagnosis
A medical diagnosis like MS often brings a mix of emotions—fear, uncertainty, and even anger. But taking control can transform this challenge into an opportunity. By embracing a proactive mindset, you may experience significant psychological benefits.

Dr. Susan Monias
May 22 min read


Good News: Detoxing Isn’t What You Think It Is
Your body already detoxes naturally. Your liver, kidneys, skin, and lymphatic system constantly work to remove toxins. However, if you take in more toxins than your body can handle, they build up. That’s when symptoms appear—fatigue, inflammation, skin issues, brain fog, and more.

Dr. Susan Monias
Apr 263 min read


Shift to a Proactive Healthcare Point of View
If you're struggling to get a diagnosis or relief from symptoms, get proactive with functional medicine to address the root cause(s).

Dr. Susan Monias
Jul 23, 20242 min read


Push Through the Fire to Keep Healing
When better health feels impossible, "pushing through the fire" is crucial. Here's why.

Dr. Susan Monias
Jul 16, 20242 min read


Build a Health Savings Account for Your Body
Achieving health isn't about taking one supplement, seeing one doctor, or filling one prescription, it's a multi-therapeutic approach!

Dr. Susan Monias
Jun 29, 20242 min read


What is a Functional Healthcare Provider? (And Why You Need One)
Read why you need medical doctors for emergencies and functional healthcare providers to identify and manage chronic conditions.

Dr. Susan Monias
Jun 25, 20242 min read


Power up Your Healthcare with One Genetic Test
Unlock the power of combining genetic and blood tests. Learn how they provide a complete picture of your health for better management.

Dr. Susan Monias
Jun 11, 20242 min read


Reversing Multiple Sclerosis with Nutrition
Discover key differences between diet and nutrition and how prioritizing nutrition helped reverse an MS diagnosis.

Dr. Susan Monias
Jun 4, 20242 min read


The Not-So-Hidden Power of Water: Hydration Transforms Your Body and Mind
Staying hydrated is more than just drinking water. It's a straightforward, often inexpensive habit with significant health benefits.

Dr. Susan Monias
May 28, 20243 min read


Just Meat, Please
The carnivore diet offers an intriguing option for resetting your gut microbiome and possibly easing autoimmune symptoms.

Dr. Susan Monias
May 21, 20243 min read


Reading Your Body's Signals: Mobility, Strength, Flexibility, and Balance as Health Indicators
If ignored, your body's whispers can become roars. Changes in how you move, feel, and balance are potential red flags.

Dr. Susan Monias
May 14, 20242 min read


Cause vs. Symptoms: How Functional Medicine Approaches Illness Differently
Mainstream medicine is finally catching up to the patient-centric approach of functional medicine.

Dr. Susan Monias
May 7, 20244 min read


Tap vs. Bottled Water: What's Best for Your Health and the Planet?
The next time you buy bottled water off the shelf, take a minute to learn where it really comes from and what you're buying.

Dr. Susan Monias
Apr 30, 20242 min read


Discover Wellness 8 Natural Strategies for a Healthier Life
Welcome to a journey towards a healthier, more vibrant life with eight natural strategies to transform your well-being.

Dr. Susan Monias
Apr 22, 20245 min read
Four Pillars of Physical Well-being: Mobility, Flexibility, Strength, and Balance
Your body's ability to move, stretch, push, and balance significantly affects your quality of life.

Dr. Susan Monias
Apr 22, 20243 min read


5 Benefits of a 3-Season Diet
The endless commercials for fad diets, overnight weight loss, and promises of getting healthy without changing your lifestyle are...
drsusan18
Mar 14, 20243 min read
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