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By Jennifer Engels, MD

While most of us have at least a general knowledge of menopause, andropause is less well known although it’s quite common. So, what is andropause? What causes it, what are its symptoms, and how is it treated? In this discussion, I’ll provide some answers to...

By Jennifer Engels, MD

Let’s face reality, aging is an inevitable part of our lives. Over time, things change within our bodies, and unfortunately, these changes are not always for the best. We may find ourselves struggling with aching joints, memory and balance issues, difficulty...

By Jennifer Engels, MD

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, making this a fitting time to consider this disease and Functional Medicine’s approach in dealing with it, especially steps that can be taken to try to prevent the onset of breast cancer.

But first, some sobering statistics...

By Jennifer Engels, MD

Inflammatory bowel disease and irritable bowel syndrome are two distinct gastrointestinal disorders, but the differences between them can be confusing. While they have many of the same symptoms, they are not the same condition. Consequently, it’s essential...

By Jennifer Engels, MD

For an individual or a couple, starting a family can be one of the most exciting times in life, but it can also be a very frustrating time if month after month you suffer disappointment in your effort to become pregnant. If that is your situation, rest assured you are far...

By Jennifer Engels, MD

When people ask me, what is Functional Medicine? I say it is the science of creating health.

Instead, what most of us experience today is conventional medicine, which focuses on diagnosis and treatment. It is what I, and all other doctors in practice today, learned in...