Dr. Patrick Krupka

Your immune system tags food proteins by their 'color sequence.' But if your own body has a protein with that same sequence, your antibodies might attack your own tissues. This molecular mimicry can lead to autoimmune issues. #AutoimmuneDisease #HealthFacts #functionalmedicine

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Homocysteine levels: The lab's 'normal' (below 14-15) isn't ideal. For optimal health, aim below 8. This range reflects those with health issues, not truly healthy individuals. High homocysteine needs attention. #HealthTips #Homocysteine

The MTHFR gene is crucial for methylation, converting B vitamins into useful forms. About 40% of people have a mutation, potentially reducing methylation ability by 30%. This can lead to elevated homocysteine, a key indicator of MTHFR functionality. #MTHFR #HealthTips

Homocysteine, an intermediate product in the pathway to produce glutathione, a detoxifier and antioxidant for your brain, nerves, blood vessels, and liver. It helps you manage metabolic exhaust and toxins from your environment. #HealthTips #Detoxification

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@BlazeTV What happened to Blaze News Tonight? I watched the 10/3 episode and saw nothing about it ending. Now Jill Savage is listed as the "former host of" and it is just off. A 60 second blurb saying the show was going away at the beginning of the last episode would have been nice.

Functional medicine addresses health by identifying antecedents (genetic predispositions) and triggers (environmental factors). It looks at imbalances, where there's too much of one thing and not enough of another, leading to dysfunction. #FunctionalMedicine #RootCause

Functional medicine seeks the root cause of health issues by addressing underlying problems and the environment affecting gene expression, rather than focusing solely on unchangeable genetics. #FunctionalMedicine #RootCause

Differentiating thyroid issues is key. Is the problem a production issue within the thyroid itself, or a conversion issue elsewhere in the body? Labs tell the story. #thyroid #metabolism

Symptoms are subjective experiences like headaches, while signs are objective observations like rashes. Doctors combine these with lab work to reach a diagnosis and treatment plan, often within the constraints of insurance. #symptoms #diagnosis

TSH signals the thyroid to produce T4, an amino acid from dietary proteins with four iodine molecules. #thyroid #hormones

Functional medicine focuses on treating the patient as a whole, rather than just the diagnosis. This approach considers individual variables for better outcomes. #functionalmedicine #patientcare

Just because you're within the 'normal' range doesn't guarantee you'll feel great. Symptoms persisting? Adjustments within that range might be necessary to pinpoint what makes you feel better. #health #wellness

Functional medicine can be helpful for chronic, complex illnesses when traditional approaches fall short. Dealing with hard-to-define inflammatory issues or imbalances, it might be time to explore a functional medicine approach for answers. #FunctionalMedicine #ChronicIllness

Free T4 is crucial for active thyroid hormone production. Aim for levels between 1 and 1.5, but slight variations may be acceptable when focusing on the final product. #thyroidhealth #hormonebalance

Understanding T4 levels is crucial for assessing thyroid function. Variations in T4 and T3 conversion indicate different potential issues in the hormone cascade. #thyroidhealth #hormonebalance

The root cause of the problem matters. We aim to show patients how to fix the underlying issues, effecting change that cascades and improves symptoms. Every patient is unique, and various factors can lead to the same endpoint. #rootcause #holistichealth

We can figure out where autoimmunity is coming from. Or if a nutrient deficiency is keeping your thyroid from working, troubleshooting can identify the underlying problem and allow the thyroid hormone cascade to function properly. #autoimmunity #thyroidhealth #Functionalmedicine

When medications are prescribed, are they truly making individuals healthier and resolving the underlying problem, or are they simply managing symptoms? This distinction can lead to frustration. #medication #health

A mismatch in T4 and T3 levels can signal a problem with thyroid conversion. Ideally, levels should be consistent throughout the process. Issues arise when T4 is high and T3 is low, indicating poor conversion to its active form. #thyroidhealth #hormonebalance #FunctionalMedicine