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During cold and flu season, many of us prioritize staying healthy with immune-boosting foods and supplements. However, there are plenty of easy lifestyle adjustments you can make to not only promote immunity, but stop taking an unnecessary toll on your body’s defenses: Limit Chemical & Toxin Exposure Just as the immune system is the first line of defense […]

The health of our hair, skin, and nails is a direct reflection of our overall wellness. These features can shed light onto low thyroid hormone, inflammation, poor detox pathways, a vitamin deficiency, and other underlying issues you may not be aware of. Although it is common to attempt to promote the health of your hair, […]

What is Longevity All About? Longevity is so much more than a long lifespan. Longevity is about, not only living a longer life, but living a healthier life. Oftentimes, people will say that would not want to live to 100 because they would not want to live to be in an incapacitated state. However, by taking steps […]

What Is Glutathione? Glutathione is a powerful antioxidant that consists of three amino acids: Cysteine, Glutamic Acid, and Glycine. Glutathione is often referred to as the “Master Antioxidant” because it increases the body’s levels of other critical antioxidants that combat free radical damage and oxidative stress. Why We Need Antioxidants Although antioxidants such as glutathione […]

The Global Anti-Aging Market was valued at nearly $60 billion dollars in 2021 and is estimated to be worth over $88 billion by 2028. This massive anti-aging industry thrives off the universal fear of getting older. It encourages consumers, and particularly women, to do everything in their power to look young for as long as possible. At Holtorf […]

We only realize the importance of our immune system once we get sick… The immune system is the body’s defense to combatting any bug or illness. When our immune system is compromised, it is difficult for anything else to function optimally: we cannot think as clearly, exercise at the same capacity, digest food as well, or perform […]

The Holtorf Way The Holtorf Way is a proven path of evidence-based medicine and optimal wellness. As you explore this guide, you’ll see that it is organized by specific systems of the body: This E-book may serve as a guide for you to understand the various systems of the body and how they contribute to […]

The brain is one of the most complex and vital organs in the entire body. It is responsible for relaying and receiving large amounts of information in order to allow the body to function properly. Because the brain is so integral to all bodily systems, the brain regularly receives 20% of the body’s overall oxygen […]

How to Boost Your Energy Did you know that 3 in 5 Americans report feeling more tired now than they have been in their entire lives? In a study of 2,000 respondents, 59% said that spending too much time at home since 2020 and other sociopolitical events have significantly impacted their energy levels. In fact, 58% reported feeling burnt […]

“Sleep is the golden chain that binds health and our bodies together,” - Thomas Dekker Why Sleep Matters At its core, sleep is the way in which our brains and bodies restore, repair, and prepare for the following day. Without it, we cannot function properly. In fact, Dr. Matthew Walker, neuroscientist and author of Why We […]

Only 12% of Americans are considered “metabolically healthy.” More than 130 million Americans are dealing with chronic disease. Up to 40% of annual deaths are due to preventable conditions. Given these statistics, health should be a national priority, yet Americans still only spend an average of 20 minutes with their primary care physician annually. At […]

IV therapy has become an increasingly popular service amongst wellness-minded individuals who are interested in investing in preventative care. This is because, although a diet of whole, fresh foods and a high-quality supplement regimen are staples when taking care of your health, the digestive tract destroys many vitamins and minerals during the absorption process. In […]