by Helena Amos M.AC. L.AC., Euro. Physician | Apr 1, 2026 | Digestive Health
Heartburn doesn’t always mean “too much acid.” Many people assume reflux means the stomach is producing excess acid—so they automatically reach for acid blockers. But clinically, I often see the opposite: low stomach acid poor digestive enzyme output sluggish bile...
by Helena Amos M.AC. L.AC., Euro. Physician | Apr 1, 2026 | Digestive Health, Weight Management and Metabolic Health
“Detox” is one of the most overused words in wellness. Many people think detox means: a juice cleanse sweating in a sauna a trendy supplement starving the body for a few days But true detoxification is not a trend. It is a physiological process that depends on how...
by Helena Amos M.AC. L.AC., Euro. Physician | Mar 13, 2026 | Functional Medicine
Anxiety isn’t always psychological — sometimes it’s biochemical. Many people are told their anxiety is “just stress” or “just in your head.” But in functional and integrative medicine, we often find anxiety is amplified by: blood sugar instability high cortisol at...
by Helena Amos M.AC. L.AC., Euro. Physician | Mar 13, 2026 | Anti-aging, Facial Rejuvenation, Cosmetic Acupuncture, Prevention & Seasonal Health
Most brain-related symptoms develop years before imaging or standard labs show abnormalities. When addressed early, many patterns are reversible or stabilizable, especially in high-functioning professionals. A personalized, data-driven evaluation allows: prevention...
by Helena Amos M.AC. L.AC., Euro. Physician | Feb 22, 2026 | Digestive Health
Constipation is not just “eat more fiber.” Constipation is one of the most misunderstood symptoms. Yes, fiber can help—but not always. Because constipation may be driven by: low thyroid function low bile flow low magnesium dehydration poor vagus nerve / stress...
