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Stem cells, genomics, and epigenomics ~ some of the newest players in Integrative Medicine!  Dr. Watts gives a glimpse into the research and uses for them in this 15 minute podcast.  

This is one of the most common issues seen at The Renewal Point.  But it can be tricky to detect and address because the symptoms mimic  other disorders/problems and standard lab tests may not pick up the problem.  Make sure you have a physician who specializes in thyroid imbalances and […]

Too much stress on the thyroid can manifest as a range of problems ~ from cold intolerance to depression.  Learn additional symptoms to look for and why the answer lies in addressing the adrenal and thyroid hormones together.  

We can’t live one day without our Adrenal Glands, which makes Adrenal Burnout and Adrenal Fatigue important issues to address.  Learn which symptoms to look for ~ depression, fatigue after exercising, trouble waking ~ these are just a few.  

Men have just as many hormones as women, however the symptoms of hormonal balance are different.  And, balancing them doesn’t just  involve giving testosterone.  Learn more about which symptoms to look out for and what can be done. 

Dr. Watts has been prescribing hormones for over 40 years.  Find out the history of hormones, the controversy of hormones, and where we are now!   

Our Bio-identical Hormone Balancing methods helped Robin become “the healthiest she has been in a long time”.  Listen to this podcast to learn more about her experience…

21st Century Breakthroughs in Integrative and Age Management Medicine Often I am asked why I began the study of Age Management and Integrative Medicine. The truth is, initially it was out of self-preservation. Over fifteen years ago, I looked in the mirror, not liking what I saw: thinning hair, bulging […]

“Losing weight can be a challenge,” so says Deborah L. Oleynik, ND. While this sounds more like a fact of life than a profound statement, anyone who has ever tried the simple formula of exercise more/eat less and failed, needs to also understand the symphony of hormones that are involved […]

Helena Williams, ARNP, MSN describes our metabolic weight loss program and also gives tips for how to stay healthy through the holidays.  Learn about her 3/4 strategy to help enjoy your holiday favorites without going overboard!   

CoQ10 is an essential fat soluble nutrient and key to maintaining healthy mitochondria, the main source of the body’s cellular energy.  Specifically, CoQ10 is one of the most powerful intracellular antioxidants, protecting DNA, membrane proteins, and mitochondrial phospholipids from oxidative damage (Molecular Biotechnology, 2007). The levels of this essential nutrient are decreased through the […]

Imagine you’re trying out personal trainers. One is very aggressive and harsh, screaming at you to “Get on the ground and do push-ups NOW!”  The other is firm but encouraging, “I know you can do this, I believe in you!” We don’t know about you, but we’d probably perform better […]