Vida Functional Medicine

11/17/2020

For the past month we have been pleading with Facebook support to help us recover our page from being hacked by a fake company called E1. They removed all of our admins and Facebook refuses to help.

So we are forced to stop activity on our page.

We can still post to our account from Instagram so we are asking you to please follow us at where we will continue to share our knowledge and expertise on all topics Functional Medicine.

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11/13/2020

The great debate about saturated fat, and foods that naturally contain them has continued for decades. However, recent research raises the question of whether or not we ever had sufficient evidence to fear saturated fat as a contributor to heart disease.

In October 2019 a systematic review of randomized trials found evidence that restricting red meat has “little or no effect" on major cardiometabolic outcomes and cancer mortality and incidence.

The researchers do highlight how the body of research is all low to very-low certainty, begging the question why there haven’t been more RCTs on such a controversial topic.

For decades, the top offence of animal protein was supposedly the saturated fat content. However, a meta-analysis of observational studies found “Saturated fats are not associated with all-cause mortality, CVD, CHD, ischemic stroke, or type 2 diabetes."

Additionally, the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee removed any limitation on total fat consumption from the guidelines and removed cholesterol as “nutrient of concern” because there is “no appreciable relationship between dietary cholesterol and serum cholesterol.”

So we will continue to include amounts of red meat in our meal plans. What do you think?

Carolina Cartier, CN -
Certified Nutritionist
Vida Functional Medicine Kirkland
Telemedicine Nutrition Consults Available

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11/12/2020

Sometimes it can be hard, for most people, it’s no news that during the cold months of the year we tend to get a low libido, lack of energy and focus, and a decline in activity.

It is completely normal to feel any of those symptoms with the arrival of winter, especially fatigue and changes in sleep patterns, feeling lazy, hopeless, and in a bad mood.

It is also no secret s*xual desire is not constant and, during winter, there are times when libido decreases drastically. There could be many factors that affect the desire to have intimate relationships, one of them has to do with your hormones during that time of the year.

You see, unlike higher temperatures, which make us generally more active, cold climates usually diminishes our libido considerably. This may also explain why during these months of the year we feel more lazy, tired and sleepy.

Here’s why you might be affected from seasonal change:

● Melatonin: During cold months, the levels of the hormone melatonin are higher than during warm months. This hormone regulates our sleep-wake cycle (circadian rhythm), which induces sleep. This explains why you might feel tired and sleepy.

● Serotonin: Less exposure to sunlight has been associated with a drop in serotonin, a hormone that boosts good mood. Low serotonin levels are associated with depression.

● Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH): Levels of TSH increase during winter, and raised TSH promotes bad mood, fatigue, weight gain, and brain fog.

● Vitamin D: A reduction in its levels can also negatively impact our immune system. This vitamin plays an important role in maintaining our immune system healthy to fight infections.

However, not everything is bad news! Functional Medicine is an extremely effective way to reduce the effects that cold weather or seasonal changes may have on our health.

This is mainly because this type of medical treatment overlooks the whole body and understands diseases and ailments as a set of several causes. Thus, it treats the root cause, not only the symptoms.

Learn More ->https://thinkvida.com/services/functional-medicine/
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11/11/2020

In Functional Medicine, protecting and boosting the immune system is crucial to avoid future or potential diseases and ailments. This is important because the immune system helps to protect your body from foreign and potentially harmful substances. Some examples of these threats are bacteria, viruses, toxins, cancerous cells, allergens and free radicals, to name a few.

The immune system produces cells and antibodies that destroy these harmful substances. We could say that our immune system is like a forte for our bodies.

Here we have a few tips from our Functional Medicine Physicians that you can implement right away to protect and nourish your immunity:

✨Reduce Inflammation
Inflammation suppresses the immune system, this can be due to our diet, stress or over-training.

✨Watch your diet
As previously mentioned, your diet has a big impact in the body’s inflammatory process, as well as your microbiome (the healthy bacteria that live in your intestines). Try to have a varied and balanced healthy diet, rich in fruit and vegetables, omega fatty acids found in fish, eggs and lean meats. Choose healthier alternatives, such as extra virgin olive oil and avoid ultra processed pre-packaged foods, such as snacks and white pasta.

✨Try to reduce stress levels in the body. This is key to boost your immunity. If you find yourself dealing with a lot of stress, try meditation, yoga, or a massage therapy. Take a few days off if needed.

What Supplements Can Support My Immune System?

The following list is what our Functional Medicine Physicians at Vida Integrated Health in Seattle recommend for Immune Support.

– Myco-immune (Thorne) – 1 dropperful twice daily – Balances Healthy Immune Response

– Vit D3 w/ K2 (Metagenics) 5000 IU – 1 cap daily – Enhances immune surveillance and response

– ViraCon” by Vital Nutrients 3 Caps daily – Targeted Anti-viral product.

DM us with any questions!

11/04/2020

Join us TONIGHT, Wednesday November 4th, at 8pm EST as we go Live with our Director of Functional Medicine, Dr. Michelle Leary with Host Rachel Kim with ⁠
We're going to talk about handling💆🏽‍♂️ stress, hormones and metabolic health during . ⁠

JOIN US -> https://www.crowdcast.io/e/live-talk-dr--michelle/register

Link In Bio to register to watch tonight!

10/29/2020

In the Functional Medicine world, we use a tool called the Functional Medicine Matrix - this is basically a map of a patient’s body systems that allows our to map out complex cases. Humans are complex!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

The very foundation of the Matrix is what we call the “Modifiable Lifestyle Factors.” These are the action items that we can work on TODAY no matter what your labs look like. The MLFs can be customized to each patient and each condition, including fertility! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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💗 Sleep & Relaxation: thinking about a regular bedtime to support circadian rhythm (really important for hormones), optimizing melatonin, and ensuring healthy cortisol and DHEA levels⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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💗 Exercise & movement: maintaining healthy insulin levels and protecting cardiovascular health, keeping healthy circulation through the pelvic region to nourish reproductive organs⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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💗 Nutrition: focusing on nutrient density, food sources of anti-oxidants, correcting nutritional deficiencies and reducing exposures to endocrine disrupting chemicals in the food supply⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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💗 Stress: stress coping mechanisms are SO important before new parenthood. Breathing, yoga, meditation, or mindfulness can help to improve stress hormones and quality of life ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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💗 Relationships: connection with your partner and a healthy s*x life is a great goal! We also want to think about other sources of social support to lift you up during pregnancy and postpartum life.

Let us know if you have any questions!

Post by Dr. Kalea Wattles, ND
Functional Medicine Physician

Vida integrated Health Bellevue

10/27/2020

Vida’s Functional Primary Care offers full-spectrum family medicine from annual wellness exams to management of GI disorders, metabolic conditions, allergy, anxiety/depression, and skin disorders or concerns.

We go beyond just “absence of disease” and really looks at ways to optimize health through nutrition and lifestyle as well as supplements and medications when necessary.

Dr. Michael Corsilles, Functional Medicine Physician at Vida Bellevue is performing a small lesion skin biopsy. A simple in-clinic procedure at Vida Integrated Health.

Vida is offering TeleMedicine Services with our Primary Care for those patients that prefer to complete their appointment from their home.  Your Provider will address any concerns during the consultation and determine whether an in-person treatment, laboratory testing, or imaging is required.

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Dr. Michael Corsilles, ND, PC-A_.c

10/15/2020

Every appointment at Vida is tailored to your needs. So, what can you expect from a nutrition consultation?

10/12/2020

THE NEED TO INTEGRATE HEALTHCARE HAS NEVER BEEN MORE EVIDENT AS IT IS NOW.

This unique approach combines the diagnostic skills of a primary care physician with a philosophy and treatment rooted in the healing power of nature determining how and why illness is occurring.

As a Naturopathic Physician and a Physician Assistant, Dr. Corsilles can seamlessly merge both types of Medicine to provide a well rounded plan of care for all of his patients.

Learn more at https://thinkvida.com/services/functional-medicine/

Dr. Michael Corsilles, ND, PC-A_.c Accepting new patients at
Vida Bellevue.

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10/06/2020

Vida Integrated Health is proud to partner with Wellevate to offer our patients and community high quality, pharmaceutical grade nutraceuticals for our patients at a discounted rate.

💠 You do not need to be a patient at Vida to create an account and take advantage of the savings! 💠

The FDA doesn’t regulate dietary supplements for safety or efficacy before companies are allowed to bring them to market.

The responsibility to ensure safety and efficacy falls on individual product manufacturers, which is why the choice of product really does matter.

Full article below. Learn before you Shop!

https://thinkvida.com/blog/vidas-wellevate-supplement-dispensary/

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Vida Integrated Health is proud to partner with Wellevate to offer our community high quality, pharmaceutical grade nutraceuticals at the lowest possible cost.

10/05/2020

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DR. KALEA WATTLES!
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We are so excited to celebrate such an amazing Human being that is a true light in our Functional Medicine team at Vida Integrated Health!

Dr. Wattles not only spends her days supporting her patients to live their healthiest and most joyous lives as a women’s health and fertility specialist but she also educates and supports her community with a social profile FULL of such important knowledge, research and tips on everything Fertility & Womens Health! DONT MISS OUT 📲

Join us with raising our glasses to Dr. Kalea Wattles on her Special Day! 🥂

Happy Birthday Dr. Wattles!

09/30/2020

We are so grateful for our patients feedback ❤️

We are never satisfied with the status quo. We continue to strive to give more, be better and deliver the best quality care!

✨ Primary Care
✨ Women’s Health
✨ Men’s Health
✨ Fertility
✨ Anti-Aging

Review for: Dr. Michelle Leary, ND
Director of Functional Medicine
Vida Integrated Health
Seeing patients at Vida Ravenna and Vida Kirkland.

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