Glutened? Recover with these 5 steps.

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Thyroid & Hormone Balance Leave a Comment

With the holidays upon us, celiac disease and gluten exposure has been on my mind and many of my patient’s minds too. When you are traveling or at the mercy of other people’s cooking, it can be hard to tell if you are getting “glutened.” Many people feel that eating gluten isn’t a big deal unless you have celiac disease. But there …

Doctor’s Orders: Should I Stop Drinking Coffee?

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Thyroid & Hormone Balance Leave a Comment

In my practice, I get asked about coffee nearly every day. “Should I stop drinking coffee” is one of the most common questions I get. Often, my patients assume I’ll tell them to stop drinking coffee and are surprised when I tell them that it depends on their unique situation. Coffee has many health benefits, including lowering the risk of liver …