by Margaret McNamara | Aug 5, 2026 | Blog
Your gut does much more than digest food. A growing body of research shows that gut health is connected to many aspects of overall health, including digestion, immune function, mood, brain health, sleep, hormone balance, weight management, skin health, allergies,...
by Elizabeth Story, MD | Jun 23, 2026 | Blog
The shingles vaccine has long been recommended to prevent a painful viral infection—but emerging research suggests it may do something far more powerful: reduce the risk of dementia by up to ~20–30% and potentially slow disease progression. This is one of the most...
by Elizabeth Story, MD | May 29, 2026 | Blog
Once you hit your 40s, everything shifts—hormones, metabolism, muscle mass, sleep, energy, even how your brain feels day to day. This is where supplementation stops being “optional” and becomes strategic. These are my non-negotiables—the supplements I personally...
by Elizabeth Story, MD | May 14, 2026 | Blog, Uncategorized
If you’ve ever gone to pick up a prescription and been shocked by the price even with insurance, you are not alone. One of the most frustrating parts of modern healthcare is that insurance does not always mean you are getting the best deal. In fact, many common...
by Elizabeth Story, MD | May 5, 2026 | Blog
Introduction Sunscreen is the single most effective anti-aging intervention available. It protects against skin cancer, prevents hyperpigmentation, and slows wrinkles and loss of elasticity. It is never too late to start, and daily use is recommended year-round—even...
by Elizabeth Story, MD | Apr 14, 2026 | Blog
For years, medications like semaglutide (Ozempic®, Wegovy®) have been viewed primarily as weight-loss or diabetes drugs. But that’s no longer the full story. Semaglutide has now been shown to reduce heart attacks, strokes, and cardiovascular death—even in patients...
