Like every surface of your body, the lining of your digestive tract supports a “community” that you cannot see – a microecosystem of bacteria and other microorganisms. This tiny ecosystem of sorts is referred to as a “microbiome.” As it relates to your “gut” inside the intestines, the trillions of viruses, fungi, bacteria, and microbes […]
Naturopathic medicine is a time-honored medical system. It has evolved from a blend of traditional practices and healthcare interventions popularized in 19th-century Europe. Naturopathy is also one of many approaches that our teams lean on as true integrative medicine providers. Your body is complex. It deserves and demands many approaches. As there is no silver […]
Obesity affects every organ and system of the body. It is a risk factor for many life-altering and potentially life-threatening conditions, from type 2 diabetes and hypertension to heart disease and some cancers. The Connecticut Center for Integrative Medicine also sees firsthand the impact of excess weight on an individual’s sense of self-worth, emotional health, […]
Holistic: The understanding that the whole or complete system is a sum of interconnected parts. Regarding healthcare and the human body, holistic medicine approaches account for this interconnectedness between systems, organs, and other parts in everything – from diagnostic to therapeutic services. Our name conveys this foundation. As the Connecticut Center for Integrative Medicine, we […]
At the Connecticut Center for Integrative Medicine in the Stamford and Fairfield, Connecticut area, our providers believe in offering naturopathic interventions for common health concerns. This includes patients who are struggling with regulating their irritable bowel syndrome, a medical condition sometimes referred to as IBS. Irritable bowel syndrome often has a significant impact on a […]
The Connecticut Center for Integrative Medicine offers naturopathic and holistic approaches to everyday health concerns. Patients who are overweight or have a higher BMI than they should and who are serious about weight loss shouldn’t turn to fad dieting. Instead, they should work with a team of providers offering a medical weight loss program that […]
Our team at the Connecticut Center for Integrative Medicine in Stamford, Connecticut, serves patients in and around the Stamford, Connecticut, area with the diagnosis and treatment of various gastrointestinal system disorders, including irritable bowel syndrome. If you struggle with this condition, you may notice frequent abdominal pain or discomfort, changes in bowel habits (including increased diarrhea […]
Our providers at the Connecticut Center for Integrative Medicine in Stamford, Connecticut, offer intravenous (IV) vitamin therapy as an alternative to traditional dietary supplements. IV vitamin therapy is a method of administering vitamins and minerals right into the bloodstream through a vein. It can be a great way of getting the nutrients you need faster […]
The providers at the Connecticut Center for Integrative Medicine of the Stamford, Connecticut, area believe all patients should be proactive in maintaining a healthy weight. However, when weight increases, and patients start to notice changes in their overall health, such as the development of diabetes, heart disease, and other medical concerns, they often want to […]
At the Connecticut Center for Integrative Medicine, our providers work alongside patients with a wide range of health conditions that they would like to address as naturally as possible. When individuals are diagnosed with endocrine disorders, they may be advised by our team to consider the benefits of hormonal imbalance treatment options available. What exactly […]
The team at the Connecticut Center for Integrative Medicine of Stamford, Connecticut, has been asked this question many times. Their response is always the same: it depends on the individual and their specific health needs. Traditional medicine treatment vs. herbal supplements for health Traditional medicine, known as Western or allopathic medicine, focuses on diagnosing and […]
Stamford, Connecticut, area men and women considering ways to improve their overall health and make significant lifestyle changes will find that working with a provider that offers mind-body medicine in their community will help them make those changes for a better life. Our healthcare providers can assist in understanding how medication and therapy can impact […]
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