Why Testing Homocysteine Matters: A Missing Clue in Your Health Puzzle
When most people get routine lab work, they look at cholesterol, blood sugar, or vitamin D. But one important marker is often overlooked: homocysteine. Homocysteine is an amino acid produced in the body during the breakdown of protein. Normally, your body recycles it using key B vitamins like folate, B6, and B12. But when this […]
Having Purpose Is Good for Your Brain
Being a grandparent gives me a powerful sense of purpose that keeps me mentally and emotionally energized. When I spend time with my grandchild, I’m not just making memories — I’m also keeping my brain active, reducing stress, and supporting my long-term cognitive health. I notice that having someone I love to show up for […]
The 9 Essential Tests to Protect Your Health in Midlife
You show up for your annual exam, answer a few quick questions, get a brief check-up—and before you know it, you’re sent off for “routine blood work.” A few days later, you hear the familiar phrase: “Everything looks normal.” But here’s the truth: “Normal” doesn’t always mean optimal—especially during perimenopause and menopause. This stage of […]
The Science Behind the New Dietary Guidelines
The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans mark the most significant change to the guidance since 1980. They encourage people to eat more animal proteins and fats, and avoid highly processed foods, while putting a clear focus on eating real, whole foods. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture […]
Why ‘Normal’ Lab Tests Might NOT be Optimal
Lab ranges are built from statistics, not from how a healthy body actually feels. Ranges are created by taking a thousand ambulatory Americans, tossing out the extremes, and calling the rest “normal.” A result can be normal yet nowhere near optimal. Normal shows how you compare with everyone else; optimal reflects what’s right for your […]
Know Your Heart Health Numbers PODCAST
Know Your Heart Health Numbers PODCAST episode of The Dr Karen Health Show reviews the bio markers you need to keep track of for your heart ❤️ health. Be sure to have a pen and paper to write these down ! Know Your Heart Health Numbers What is Your A1c and Fasting Blood Sugar ? […]
The Deadly Lipoprotein A
The most dangerous particle when it comes to heart disease is genetically-determined, meaning your family gave it you. Insurance companies refused to pay to have it tested so most of the millions of people who have it are unaware.
Owning a Pet Can Help Improve Your Overall Health – PART 1
Did you know that owning a pet can help improve your overall health? Our dogs are part of our family. Some might say a little “too much” since they sleep in our bed and cuddle up on the couch with us! See all the ways pet owners’ health can prosper—physically, mentally, and emotionally. This series […]