Every so often, an advancement in medicine provides a substantial leap in progress toward improving health outcomes. Peptide therapy is no exception. What are Peptides? Peptides are short chains of amino acids, which are the building blocks of proteins. Proteins are essential molecules in the body that play various roles in cellular function, structure, and…
Have you ever been told your symptoms are “in your head?” It happens far too often in conventional medicine, especially for women. Typically, symptoms related to hormone imbalances or decline can have systemic effects. These effects can be less clear to pinpoint through the conventional lens, which is why they are often dismissed or justified…
In the pursuit of optimal health, the significance of the digestive system cannot be overstated. A healthy gut plays a crucial role in digestion and influences a myriad of factors, including weight loss, mental well-being, and the risk for chronic disease. Millions of research dollars have been poured into studies that examine the link between…
The field of regenerative medicine has witnessed remarkable advancements in recent years, offering new hope for patients suffering from a wide range of medical conditions. One promising aspect of regenerative medicine is the utilization of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) chambers. These chambers provide a unique environment where patients can receive concentrated oxygen at increased atmospheric…
The population of aging adults in the U.S. has grown exponentially over the past 50 years. With this boon has come a growing concern over cognitive decline and neurodegenerative disorders. The cause of cognitive decline has historically been a natural process in aging or an affliction of disease from genetic predisposition. While these both can…
Hormones help control crucial processes in the body, from appetite to reproduction. With age, sex hormones typically cause the most disruption in well-being due to the natural decline of estrogen during menopause in women and testosterone in men over time (also known as andropause). These transitions can lead to symptoms like low energy, decreased libido,…
Our philosophy of care at Essential Health rests on the concept of time. Unlike conventional medicine, the model of our flagship program, Essential Primary Care, was created to give time back to the patient and the provider. This helps to foster strong relationships and provides special attention to each patient’s unique healthcare needs. Because of…
Nikki Fowler, FNP-C is a provider at Essential Health – Raleigh who has worked in a variety of conventional primary care settings and has a nursing background in surgical, intensive care, postpartum, and lactation. Nikki’s passion for functional and integrative approaches in medicine grew as she began to make adjustments to her and her family’s…
Our philosophy of care at Essential Health rests on the concept of time. Unlike conventional medicine, the model of our flagship program, Essential Primary Care, was created to give time back to the patient and the provider. This helps to foster strong relationships and provides special attention to each patient’s unique healthcare needs. Because of…
The body has adapted for thousands of years to overcome physical adversities and weather extreme circumstances – escaping a predator, going a length of time without food, and migrating to climates suitable for survival. Humans have also evolved to experience drastic shifts in temperature, reacting physiologically to heat and cold by either sweating to cool…