FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE BLOG
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Circadian rhythms of inflammation
Treatment of chronic inflammation can be enhanced and adrenal suppression minimized by circadian dosing of anti-inflammatory medication.
Saliva cortisol associated with brain volume, cognitive function
A study recently published in the journal Neurology shows that measurements of salivary cortisol can be an indicator for cognitive impairment and loss of brain volume.
Depression, aging and brain inflammation: indications for sustainable treatment
Depression and aging, not only diminished cognitive function but the level of physiological competence throughout the body, have brain inflammation in common. This fact is of premiere importance when designing rational treatment plans for both depression and high functioning longevity.
Girls at risk of depression have decreased brain volume
Girls at risk of depression have decreased brain volume
High cortisol and low DHEA both predict increased cardiovascular mortality
High cortisol and low DHEA both predict increased cardiovascular mortality
HPA hormone dysregulation in pediatric disorders of learning, behavior and neurodevelopment
HPA hormone dysregulation in pediatric disorders of learning, behavior and neurodevelopment