Chronic Disease

For decades, Dr. Jeffrey Bland has been on the cutting edge of Functional Medicine, which seeks to pinpoint and prevent the cause of illness, rather than treat its symptoms. Managing chronic diseases accounts for three quarters of our total healthcare costs, because we’re masking these...

You may not know that you have Lyme. It can mimic every disease process, including Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, autoimmune conditions like MS, psychiatric conditions like depression and anxiety, and cause significant memory and concentration problems, mimicking early dementia. It is called the "Great Imitator," and inaccurate testing - combined with a fierce, ongoing debate that questions chronic infection - makes it difficult for sufferers to find effective care.

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a leading public health problem worldwide. It has been estimated to affect about 13.4% of the population. In the United States, about 40 million people suffer from CKD. But there are not many effective treatments for this disease. Yet, there are healthy remedies for kidney disease that are unknown to the people with CKD.

Imani Perry’s Audible Original A Dangerously High Threshold for Pain tells the dramatic story of her ongoing struggle with lupus—an autoimmune disease that attacks multiple organ systems—and what we can all learn from those who are grappling with chronic illness. It’s a powerful and poetic story that evokes the works of Susan Sontag, Ta-Nehisi Coates, and Audre Lorde.

Chronic Kidney Disease: Top 10 Crucial Facts by Dr. Renata Hensleigh is a clear, comprehensive guide to one of the most overlooked yet widespread health conditions of our time. CKD is a silent, progressive illness that often advances unnoticed until significant damage is done. Millions live with it without knowing—until symptoms emerge in its later stages, when treatment options are fewer and outcomes less favourable. Dr.

Are you sick, but can't find any answers why? Do you have a seemingly unconnected collection of symptoms that leave doctors guessing? Or have you been diagnosed, but found that none of the treatments seems to make a difference? You may have Lyme disease and not even know it. Known as "the great imitator", Lyme disease and its associated co-infections can mimic the symptoms of and often be misdiagnosed as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis, and even depression.

Why are we seeing growing numbers of people suffering from debilitating chronic symptoms of pain, fatigue, inflammation, and cognitive impairment that medicine is failing to resolve? A new paradigm is needed where we understand the mind and body as an interconnected flowing system. This paradigm embraces the self-healing, self-correcting, and self-creating natures of our connected mind-body system.

Most people can picture the liver, roughly where it sits, and they might even know it has something to do with alcohol. Beyond that, the organ is strangely overlooked. The heart gets all the drama. The lungs get the imagery of breath and life. The brain receives reverence. The kidneys get their quiet respect once someone has been told their numbers are off. The liver, by contrast, tends to be treated like a background worker, a kind of internal utility that simply does its job until it doesn't.

A landmark exploration of one of the most consequential and mysterious issues of our time: the rise of chronic illness and autoimmune diseases A silent epidemic of chronic illnesses afflicts tens of millions of Americans: these are diseases that are poorly understood, frequently marginalized...

Finding out she might have Chronic Kidney Disease sends the author reeling, asking herself “What is it and how did I get it?” In fact, those were the first questions she blurted out to her new family doctor. Keeping these two hard-working organs healthy – since they filter as many as 200 quarts of blood per day – becomes a top priority. As the author quickly learns, the problem isn’t restricted to reduced filtering capability; even a small decline in kidney function can double someone’s risk for cardiovascular problems. What Is It and How Did I Get It provides basic information ...

Are you tired of chasing treatments that never last? Do your symptoms keep coming back despite ‘normal’ labs, strict protocols, and endless effort? This book reveals the hidden reason why recovery doesn’t last and shows you how to break the cycle for good. What sets Breaking Through Chronic Illness apart is Dr. Stein's gift for translating cutting-edge science into language everyone can understand. She writes with warmth and clarity, like a trusted guide walking alongside you. She doesn't just explain what's happening at the cellular level; she provides a roadmap that readers can ...

In 2008 Dr. Afrin started coming to understand that a newly recognized type of mast cell disease, now called mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), was the underlying diagnosis in many patients he was seeing who were each suffering large assortments—quite different from one patient to the next—of chronic multisystem inflammatory illnesses of unclear cause.

Unlock the therapeutic power of amino acids with this groundbreaking, comprehensive guide by world-renowned physician and scientist Dr. Benoît Tano, MD, PhD. “Amino Acid Metabolism and Chronic Diseases” is the definitive resource for understanding how the building blocks of life influence every major body system—and how their dysfunction lies at the root of today’s most pressing chronic illnesses. This authoritative medical textbook explores the entire landscape of amino acid metabolism, linking biochemical pathways to clinical conditions including diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular...

Why do 60% of adults have chronic disease when we have more medicine than ever in history? The answer is not a failure of treatment. It is a failure of timing. Chronic disease does not begin with a diagnosis. It begins years — often decades — earlier, in a biological phase that conventional medicine has no framework for detecting: chronic low-grade inflammation that never resolves, mitochondria losing their ability to produce cellular energy, a gut barrier becoming permeable to bacterial toxins, a toxic burden accumulating faster than the body can clear it, and an immune system drifting...

A New York Times bestselling doctor guides you through his revolutionary approach to solving the problem of chronic illness by finding what triggers the root cause: multiple sources of inflammation. This approach addresses a wide range of common but challenging conditions including autoimmune...

In this timely book, Steven Phillips, MD, and his former patient, Sony singer-songwriter Dana Parish, reveal striking evidence that a broad range of common infections, from COVID-19 to Lyme and many others, cause a variety of autoimmune, psychiatric, and chronic conditions. Chronic explores the science behind what makes them difficult to diagnose and treat, debunks widely held beliefs by doctors and patients alike, and provides solutions that empower sufferers to reclaim their lives.

First published in April 2012, this is the thirteenth edition, released in August 2023, with the most up-to-date information available on Morgellons and other skin parasites. Morgellons and other itchy skin parasites can be a life-changing event that significantly impacts your well-being. What is Morgellons? While many experts suggest it's related to Lyme disease, fungal organisms, or even helminths, none of these fully explain it. Some outlandish claims even suggest it's a concrete-eating organism. Although the medical community still struggles to recognize and address these conditions, ...

Reduce Inflammation Naturally—Without Relying on Pills or Quick Fixes Tired of living with joint pain, brain fog, or low energy? Feeling bloated, stiff, or constantly fatigued? Chronic inflammation could be the hidden culprit—and you don’t need medication to take control. How to Reduce Inflammation Without Pills offers a practical, down-to-earth approach for easing inflammation at the root. Grounded in natural health and common-sense nutrition, this book walks you through simple, sustainable steps that help your body recover the way it was designed to. Inside, you’ll discover how to...

Is your home making you sick? Stop guessing, start testing, and begin healing with this science-backed roadmap. Are you dealing with persistent brain fog, mystery fatigue, or respiratory issues that doctors can’t seem to explain? You are not alone, and it’s not "all in your head." You need a plan that cuts through the fear and confusion. This audiobook is your plain-English guide to identifying the source of the problem, fixing your environment, and detoxing your body safely.

THE NEW FUNCTIONAL INTERNAL MEDICINE™ The TOBIN™ Framework for Root-Cause Diagnosis, Chronic Disease Reversal, and Regenerative Health By Benoît Tano, MD, PhD ⭐ THE DEFINITIVE TEXTBOOK FOR THE FUTURE OF MEDICINE If you are a physician, practitioner, researcher, or health professional searching for the new gold standard in diagnosing, reversing, and preventing chronic disease, The New Functional Internal Medicine™ is the most important medical book you will ever read. Built on the groundbreaking TOBIN™ Framework—Toxin Overload, Hormonal Imbalance, Infections/Inflammation, ...