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Drranamd Integrative and Functional Medicine Physician & Wellness Website. Working to educate people on best practices to optimize health.

Learn how to optimize your lifestyle, and supplements, and when to seek care from a functional medicine doctor like myself.

03/13/2026

Myth Buster!

As a neurologist, I don’t just “diagnose and say audios…”

I want to be your “effective detective” & get to the ROOTS of your brain fog or other cognitive impairment challenges. 🧠

Not sure where to start when it comes to setting up your brain & body for optimal health & longevity?

Comment CALL to book a free Wellness Breakthrough Call. 😊

Have you heard of a newer concept in cognitive decline prevention called a “Cognoscopy?”👇🧠Neurologist and researcher Dr....
03/11/2026

Have you heard of a newer concept in cognitive decline prevention called a “Cognoscopy?”
👇🧠

Neurologist and researcher Dr. Dale Bredesen coined this term Cognoscopy to describe a proactive and comprehensive cognitive risk assessment—often recommended in your 50s (earlier if there’s family history). Just like a colonoscopy - this is something I recommend everybody do since the drivers of dementia start slowly accumulating over a decade or 2 before a diagnosis sets in.

It commonly includes:

✅ a detailed history + cognitive evaluation

✅ advanced labs that can reveal drivers (inflammation, poor metabolism, cell and nutrient deficiencies, toxic exposures, hormonal imbalances)

✅ brain imaging when indicated

His approach got me thinking… Because women make up ~2/3 of Alzheimer’s cases, I think midlife deserves an expanded view—what I call a “Menopauscopy”.

A Menopauscopy done on women in mid life covers:
🧠 brain health + cognitive risk (essentially a cognoscopy)
❤️ heart/metabolic risk beyond “basic cholesterol”
🦴 bone health (Don’t wait until the recommended age of 65 to do your first bone density test)

…and how all of this connects with hormones, gut and immune health, detox and most importantly your lifestyle.

Because a quick annual physical + “you’re fine” often misses early patterns that matter.

Comment EVAL if you’re interested in having your own Menopauscopy assessment done. 💙

Disclaimer: This information is intended for general educational purposes only. It is not intended as and should not be relied upon as medical advice. Consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet or exercise routine, especially if you have any pre-existing medical conditions.

A number of serendipitous cases of reversal of disease have been reported after a powerful procedure which drastically c...
03/10/2026

A number of serendipitous cases of reversal of disease have been reported after a powerful procedure which drastically changes the composition of the gut microbiome known as F***l Microbiome Transplantation (FMT).

Some of the most profound have been cases of chronic neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's as well as cases of severe autoimmune disease.

It's no wonder, since basic science research has been elucidating the powerful impacts of the gut microbiome on nearly EVERY single organ system in the body. The GUT-BRAIN-IMMUNE AXIS relies MOSTLY on the health of the gut microbiome and influences things like:

✨ System wide immune regulation
✨ Neurotransmitter production
✨ Metabolism
✨ Hormone signaling
✨ Detoxification

We are indeed MORE microbe than human in terms of cell and DNA content. Nurturing the microbiome and correcting imbalances is paramount in order to heal from all chronic diseases.

Radical interventions like FMT are not necessary in most cases. Integrative and functional medicine practitioners are best equipped to help those looking for gut microbiome oriented approaches.

Pass this little nugget along to anyone suffering with a chronic neurological, immunological or other chronic disease. ❤️😉

My client came to me after being diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment (MCI).She was looking for a well-rounded appro...
03/09/2026

My client came to me after being diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment (MCI).

She was looking for a well-rounded approach to turn back cognitive decline.

Swipe to see what she said about our 1-year working together.

03/06/2026

Waking up at 2–3am in perimenopause and can’t fall back asleep? 😵‍💫🌙

One of the most overlooked reasons is progesterone.

In perimenopause, progesterone is often the first hormone to start dropping.

And progesterone plays a big role in calming the nervous system.

You’ll sometimes hear it called “nature’s Xanax” because oral micronized progesterone can convert into a calming metabolite in the body that supports relaxation and sleep.

Important nuance (and a common misconception):

👉 Topical progesterone creams do not convert into that same calming metabolite, which means they often don’t help sleep disturbances the way oral micronized progesterone can.

Adequate sleep is absolutely VITAL for proper cell renewal, detoxification in the brain, immune system modulation and keeping hormones in check.

If sleep is suddenly lighter, more broken, or you’re feeling “tired but wired”… it may be a sign your hormones + nervous system need a more targeted approach.

Taking oral micronized progesterone might be just the thing you need to restore your sleep. If that does not do the trick alone, a few of my favorite sleep-supportive hacks (in addition to addressing root causes) include:

✨ Magnesium (many women are low, and it supports relaxation)
✨ L-Theanine (supports a calmer mind without feeling sedated)
✨ Lavender (oral or topical—great for winding down)

Share below- What helps you sleep best lately?

PS- if you’re ready for a personalized plan (labs + hormones + nervous system + lifestyle), you can book a free Wellness Breakthrough Call at drranamd.com/calendar 📅

Disclaimer: This information is intended for general educational purposes only. It is not intended as and should not be relied upon as medical advice. Consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet or exercise routine, especially if you have any pre-existing medical conditions.

03/04/2026

“Working with you has been nothing short of life-changing!”

Loved hearing from my client that she is experiencing better sleep, less brain fog, & most of her symptoms gone!

Through targeted testing and a precision medicine approach, we INDIVIDUALIZED a healing protocol for her that ended up transforming her health.

As with many patients I work with, a big focus was on GUT health.

If you’re looking to feel your best & want a good place to start, comment GUT HEALTH & I’ll send you my Free Gut Health Assessment Tool.

Blueberries are one of nature's most powerful dementia, depression, anxiety and cancer fighters.Rich in an antioxidant c...
03/04/2026

Blueberries are one of nature's most powerful dementia, depression, anxiety and cancer fighters.

Rich in an antioxidant called anthocyanins (which give them their blue color), blueberries:

🌟 Help create new nerve cells and help existing ones communicate better
🌟 Help improve blood flow in the brain
🌟 Help prevent tumors from growing and slow the growth of existing tumors

Use these tips to get the most out of them!

🌟 Frozen are as good as fresh
🌟 Make smoothies with them frequently
🌟 Canned are just as good as fresh as long as you eat the liquid
🌟 Cooked blueberries actually have MORE antioxidants
🌟 Skip the dried ones - they end up losing a lot of their antioxidant content

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03/02/2026

Alzheimer’s and dementia don’t come out of nowhere.
For many people, changes are building 10–20 years before symptoms become obvious.

Why? Because cognitive decline is rarely caused by ONE thing. It’s an accumulation of disruptions and imbalances like:

✨ Blood sugar + insulin dysregulation
✨ Chronic inflammation
✨ Hormone shifts
✨ Gut health (gut–brain axis)
✨ Toxin burden (heavy metals/mold exposure)
✨ Stress + sleep disruption
✨ Immune/microbial imbalances
✨ Head injury history

This is also why “single drug” solutions have struggled—over 300 studies on potential single drugs have FAILED.

When root causes are multi-factorial, prevention needs to be multi-factorial too.

If you’re in your 40s–60s & noticing brain fog, fatigue, sleep changes, or stubborn weight shifts (or you just want to be proactive) — comment EVAL and I’ll share the top areas I look at in midlife to protect brain health. 💙

Disclaimer: This information is intended for general educational purposes only. It is not intended as and should not be relied upon as medical advice. Consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet or exercise routine, especially if you have any pre-existing medical conditions.

02/27/2026

My client did not realize how much perimenopause would impact her daily life.

But through functional medicine & a whole body health approach, she was able to see drastic improvements within 6-months.

We used lab testing including comprehensive hormone (DUTCH testing), gut testing, nutrient and other biomarkers to fine tune a personalized approach. 😊

We individualized her diet and lifestyle based on these results and her symptoms, and we used targeted supplements and hormones that were appropriate for her.

In just a few months, she experienced…

✅ Reduced headaches and muscle aches
✅ Resolved nausea and dizziness
✅ More energy
✅ Improved mood
✅ Abolished hot flashes and night sweats

If you are struggling to find answers to your symptoms, you don’t have to go at it alone!

02/25/2026

“I’ve tried everything… and nothing works for me.” 💔

If you’ve said that, this is for you.

Most women have tried a lot — diets, workouts, supplements, even prescriptions.

But the issue often isn’t effort.

It’s that the strategy wasn’t PERSONALIZED to what’s driving your symptoms.

In midlife, symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, weight gain, and inflammation are often tied to a web of factors, like:

🧠 Hormonal shifts in the brain
🍬 Blood sugar instability
🔥 Chronic inflammation & toxic stress
🦠 Gut and detox imbalances

So when someone says “nothing works,” I often find:

✅ The plan was too generic
✅ The changes weren’t sustainable
✅ Root causes weren’t identified
✅ Support wasn’t consistent long enough to see results

The solution isn’t “try harder.”
The solution is to get private, PERSONALIZED support!

If you want to stop guessing, book a free Wellness Breakthrough Call at drranamd.com/calendar 💙📅

We’ll talk through what you’ve tried, what’s likely being missed, and your next best steps.

Guess which superfood is POWER packed as a potent🌟 Brain Booster🌟 Heart protectant🌟 Athletic and sexual performance maxi...
02/24/2026

Guess which superfood is POWER packed as a potent
🌟 Brain Booster
🌟 Heart protectant
🌟 Athletic and sexual performance maximizer
🌟 Cancer fighter

It's BEETS! 🫜 🫜🫜

🌟 Rich in NITRATES it helps relax muscles and improve blood flow
🌟 Rich in a phytonutrient called BETALAIN, it is a powerful antioxidant and cancer fighter

Opt for deep red colored varieties, don't avoid canned versions (although avoid the BPA lined cans), eat the leaves and steam them for maximal nutritional benefit!

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02/23/2026

If you’ve been feeling tired, puffy, inflamed, and stuck…
You don’t need a radical reset. You need a guided one. 💙

That’s why I created my Free Class:

The 3-Step Framework to Banish Bloat, Burnout and Imbalanced Hormones.

These are 3 key principles overlooked in most traditional western medical practices.

This is for you if you are tired of guessing what to do next & want to stop feeling like your hormonal changes are outside of your control.

Comment FRAMEWORK to get the free class. 👇

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