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Dry skin, hair, and brittle nails. And No testing.

June 6, 2019 | 2 Comments | Greg Dawson

Student Question: I have a couple of clients right now who have very dry skin, hair and brittle nails. Neither one has the budget for specialized testing. Both came to me for weight-loss. We have introduced a fish oil  and a biotin supplement. What specific tips can you give me for  understanding the interconnectedness and […]

Getting to the Root of Itchy, Inflamed Skin, Chronic IBS, Eczema, and More!

May 23, 2019 | 3 Comments | SAFM Team

Congratulations to SAFM student and AFMC-certified practitioner, Diane! We are celebrating her success with a client suffering from persistent inflamed and itchy skin, chronic bloating/constipation, eczema, joint pain, persistent weight gain, and more. A veritable buffet of functional medicine interconnectedness! Remember:  the skin outside the body is usually a reflection of balance (or lack thereof) […]

Kidney Myths and Truths for Practitioners

May 15, 2019 | 18 Comments | Greg Dawson

Hi! I am so excited to share this Facebook Live and THESE POWERFUL PEARLS of functional medicine with you. At SAFM we honor that scientific knowledge is always evolving. That’s why we are regularly revise our content in light of new research findings. The information is CRITICAL for ALL practitioner modalities. In this video, you […]

Gray Hair Turning Back to Natural Color?

May 12, 2019 | No Comments | Greg Dawson

(This is a sample entry from the SAFM Q&A Treasure Chest, a tool with hundreds of entries to support students with their client needs. Students get unlimited access as part of SAFM’s functional medicine training program.) Student Question: Hi Tracy, Over the last few years I’ve noticed a few gray hairs, but interestingly, I’ve also […]

Medication Cautions for Practitioners

April 23, 2019 | 1 Comment | SAFM Team

Hi! I am so excited to share this Facebook Live and THESE POWERFUL PEARLS of functional medicine with you. At SAFM we honor that scientific knowledge is always evolving. That’s why we are regularly revise our content in light of new research findings. The information is CRITICAL for ALL practitioner modalities. Are you confident in […]

Sunburn, Salmon, and Skin Healing

March 29, 2019 | 10 Comments | SAFM Team

Enjoy the video!  It’s a deep cut from our archives but still a powerful clinical pearl. As we enter the warmer months here in the US, many of our patients and clients will be looking for help avoiding sunburn while still savoring the beautiful weather.  As we all know, it’s obviously important to enjoy the […]

Rich Interconnectedness Between Alcohol and Sleep!

March 28, 2019 | No Comments | Greg Dawson

Have you ever wondered why some patients’ sleep is affected strongly by alcohol, while others isn’t? The interconnectedness between alcohol and poor sleep is a rich, important topic. Check out this clinical tip video for some “devil in the detail” that might surprise you! A couple of drinks helps with falling asleep but leaves you […]

Showing Your True Colors?

March 23, 2019 | 18 Comments | SAFM Team

I was visiting my Mom, my brother Rob, and his lovely wife Bonny in Memphis, TN this past weekend. Lots of fun.  Deeelicious food.  And a chance to see how spring is busting out in another part of the country. Usually epiphanies about life touch us in unexpected places.  Touchstone moments that can be easily lost […]

Sleep Myths and Truths for Practitioners

March 19, 2019 | 6 Comments | SAFM Team

Hi! I am so excited to share this Facebook Live and THESE POWERFUL PEARLS of functional medicine with you. At SAFM we honor that scientific knowledge is always evolving. That’s why we are regularly revise our content in light of new research findings. As promised, and if you haven’t received yours already, be sure to […]

New Menopausal Client: Where to Begin?

March 1, 2019 | 13 Comments | Clinical Tip Team

(This is a sample entry from the SAFM Q&A Treasure Chest, a tool with hundreds of entries to support students with their client needs. Students get unlimited access as part of SAFM’s functional medicine training program.) Student Question: My client is 53 years old and has just gone through menopause (no period for 1 year). […]