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I am all about helping you understand your health by providing quality health information. From the practice of integrative medicine, I provide clinical insights on topics like abnormal lab test results (like high liver enzymes), MTHFR and other genetics, testosterone replacement therapy, how to improve digestion and IBS, hormonal imbalance, thyroid problems, adrenal issues, anxiety and mood disorders disorders, the bests diets for different situations, etc.
I love to get a deeper understanding on these topics and I learn from you too. If you have a question about a specific health issue you are facing, leave a comment. I might make a video on that specific topic!
I love to get a deeper understanding on these topics and I learn from you too. If you have a question about a specific health issue you are facing, leave a comment. I might make a video on that specific topic!
MCV and Serum B12 Blood Tests: Their Crucial Connection
Are you trying to understand the connection between the MCV blood test and serum B12 levels? In this video, we will delve into the relationship between MCV and serum B12 levels, how to comprehend what's happening in your body, how to monitor and optimize your B12 levels in the context of MCV.
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00:00 Introduction to MCV and Serum B12 Levels
00:40 Exploring the Role of Vitamin B12 in MCV Levels
What is the link between high MCV levels and serum B12 tests? MCV stands for mean corpuscular volume, representing the average volume of red blood cells released from the bone marrow in an enlarged state. This occurs when DNA production is dis...
** B12 Book: Dont B12 Deficient : geni.us/rTQTvd (Amazon) **
00:00 Introduction to MCV and Serum B12 Levels
00:40 Exploring the Role of Vitamin B12 in MCV Levels
What is the link between high MCV levels and serum B12 tests? MCV stands for mean corpuscular volume, representing the average volume of red blood cells released from the bone marrow in an enlarged state. This occurs when DNA production is dis...
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Gluten Verses Sugar: What I Learned Testing My Inflammation!
Просмотров 29312 часов назад
Could gluten or sugar be the hidden culprit behind my inflammation? Do you have nagging inflammation or unexplained lab results? Today, I'll show you how I used an at-home inflammation test to uncover hidden culprits. I’m Dr. Taranella, and on this channel, we explore health topics to help you optimize your health. Today, we’re diving into inflammation and the immune system, using the Core 1 at...
MTHFR Gene Mutation: What Gary Brecka Gets Wrong About Anxiety
Просмотров 24521 час назад
Do you have an MTHFR gene mutation and wondering if methylfolate or treating this MTHFR gene alteration is going to help your anxiety or possibly make you feel worse and be more of a hindrance to resolving that anxiety? MY COURSE ⭐️ : Get real-world troubleshooting and personal guidance to optimize your health through genetics with this comprehensive MTHFR course. discover-holistic-health-acade...
Here Is What Affects ESR
Просмотров 127День назад
In this video we're gonna be breaking down some of the known factors that affect ESR or erythrocyte sedimentation rate. So we'll be looking at some of the things that raise ESR and some of the things that lower ESR. Of course, there are some very obvious things like inflammation and immune system activity, that maybe you're not even aware of what could be driving that. So we're going to look at...
Too Much Iron And The Liver: NAFLD and Iron Overload
Просмотров 24714 дней назад
Are you intrigued by the intricate dance between iron and liver health? In this video, we're going to dive into the relationship between these two variables: iron and liver health. Specifically, we're going to be looking at too much iron, like elevated ferritin, and how it can worsen NAFLD. And insulin resistance. NAFLD can also lead to elevated ferritin. reference: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/art...
Part 1 Histamine Intolerance Causes and Cures: Genetics
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The video addresses histamine intolerance, a condition where the body struggles to effectively break down or eliminate histamine, which can lead to an overabundance of histamine and a variety of symptoms. Symptoms of high histamine levels include skin issues, digestive problems, headaches, congestion, joint pain, rash, and even more severe reactions like systemic hives. The video aims to dive i...
Dr Explains Iron Regulation In The Human Body
Просмотров 19721 день назад
Are you wondering about iron regulation throughout your body? Maybe you received some blood tests that are showing some numbers that don't make sense, or you have anemia or you have iron excess, and you just want to understand in a more intricate way what's going on with iron regulation in the human body. reference: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4342600/ en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metabolic_d...
How To Resolve Sleep Problems: Genetics, Cortisol and Glucose
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0:00 Introduction to Sleep Issues and Their Resolution Do you have ongoing sleep issues? Maybe you're having trouble falling asleep or staying asleep or a little bit of both.This video, we will explore the themes related to sleep issues and discuss effective ways to resolve them. Links: magnesium geni.us/zaB5b5k (amazon affiliate) Cortisol ashwaganda geni.us/NsP6 (amazon affiliate) Delve into t...
Do You Have Enough Vitamin B12? The B12 Tests That Show You
Просмотров 372Месяц назад
Do you have problems with your health and think it might be tied in with B12 deficiency or excess? Are you looking to understand if you have the right amount of B12? More importantly, if your body and tissues are getting the right amount of B12. In this video, we're going to look specifically at this question and understand whether or not your body has the right amount of B12. We're going to lo...
Part 2 Impact of MTHFR Gene Mutation On Lab Test and Symptoms
Просмотров 196Месяц назад
So this is part two of breaking down the MTHFR gene and some of the key facts that you want to look at. In this one, we're going to look more into managing your MTHFR gene alteration between things like lab tests, symptoms, and your actual genetic alterations. We'll also look at some alternative things you can take when you're having problems with methylfolate, as well as some of the classic th...
Myth vs. Fact | Testosterone Increases The Risk of Prostate Cancer
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Are you considering going on TRT and worried about the increased risk of prostate cancer? Maybe you're already on testosterone replacement therapy and worried about prostate cancer. In this video, we're going to break down some of the myths and facts around testosterone and its relationship to prostate cancer. Reference: ascopubs.org/doi/10.1200/JCO.2016.69.5304 00:00 Introduction to TRT and Pr...
Decoding High Iron Saturation Levels: Hemochromatosis Iron Overload and Inflammation
Просмотров 184Месяц назад
00:00 Introduction to High Iron Saturation Levels Discovering elevated iron saturation levels in your blood test can be alarming. Concerned about hemochromatosis or other iron overload conditions? I'm Dr. Terranella, and today, we're delving into the nuances of high iron saturation and exploring factors beyond iron overload that might influence your levels. Remember, this video doesn't substitu...
These Are The Stages Of Fatty Liver Disease
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These Are The Stages Of Fatty Liver Disease
Part 1 Impact Of MTHFR Gene Mutation On Health, Histamine and Detox.
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Part 1 Impact Of MTHFR Gene Mutation On Health, Histamine and Detox.
Health Benefits Of Barberry Bark Revealed
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Health Benefits Of Barberry Bark Revealed
The Reason For Methylfolate Side Effects (re-shoot)
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The Reason For Methylfolate Side Effects (re-shoot)
This Is Your Guide To B12 Deficiency
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This Is Your Guide To B12 Deficiency
MTHFR: The Truth Behind Overmethylation vs Undermethylation Symptoms
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MTHFR: The Truth Behind Overmethylation vs Undermethylation Symptoms
Here Is What To Expect When Starting TRT
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Here Is What To Expect When Starting TRT
This Is How Cortisol Affects Your Thyroid
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This Is How Cortisol Affects Your Thyroid
Mast Cell Activation Syndrome And Ehlers Danlos Syndrome Joint Pain: Hidden Connection Revealed
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Mast Cell Activation Syndrome And Ehlers Danlos Syndrome Joint Pain: Hidden Connection Revealed
Cortisol and TRT: Can TRT Reset Your Body's Stress Response?
Просмотров 3532 месяца назад
Cortisol and TRT: Can TRT Reset Your Body's Stress Response?
The Problem With Topical Testosterone: Avoid These TRT Testing and Absorption Mistakes
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The Problem With Topical Testosterone: Avoid These TRT Testing and Absorption Mistakes
What High Ferritin and Low TIBC Reveals About Your Health
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What High Ferritin and Low TIBC Reveals About Your Health
IBS Treatment Options: 4 Gems That Really Work Diet, SIBO, and PI-IBS
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IBS Treatment Options: 4 Gems That Really Work Diet, SIBO, and PI-IBS
Doctor Reveals Hidden Cause of High Liver Enzymes. Fixing High AST, ALT, NAFLD
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Doctor Reveals Hidden Cause of High Liver Enzymes. Fixing High AST, ALT, NAFLD
Shocking Truth: High B12 Linked to Cancer. Quantified B12 Levels, Cancer Types, MCAS, Mastocytosis
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Shocking Truth: High B12 Linked to Cancer. Quantified B12 Levels, Cancer Types, MCAS, Mastocytosis
Low Iron Saturation Vs Low Iron: SIBO, Genetics and Medications
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Low Iron Saturation Vs Low Iron: SIBO, Genetics and Medications
The Surprising Truth About This High Liver Enzyme: GGT and Glutathione
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The Surprising Truth About This High Liver Enzyme: GGT and Glutathione
I feel like everything you said.... Is exactly what everyone wants to know... But doesn't know where to find the information, for whatever reason. Love your videos and couldn't thank you enough for the valuable and very pertinent information!
Glad it was helpful!
My husband has a ferritin level of 1308, an iron level of 96 and a RBC of 2.73, he has been to a hematologist several times and they just take more blood, I am so stressed, he sleeps so much and gets out of breath doing anything.
yeah that is pretty extreme levels with anemia. I know it is frustrating but it is not always easy to find answers. I hope you guys can get help. good luck.
What about vertigo
Is edema another symptom?
Not as common
I had all these symptoms yesterday what lab to you draw to confirm this.
I have a video on this coming
I think there's one guy at Mayo clinic that may run a bone marrow test, but you have to be having a current flare up for it to test positive... where is everyone else getting diagnosed? I'm currently being my own guinea pig and throwing high doses of quercetin, NAC, bromelain, rutin, resveratrol, vitamin C, HistDAO, and a supplement called Antronex at this problem and it seems to be working so far. Sam-e helps considerably with the brain fog. NAC, acetyl-l-carnitine, and an adrenal complex are helping with the fatigue. Gallbladder enzymes and the quercetin are helping with the incessant, watery stools. Haven't found anything that works for the rashes, though. I use beta methasone cream right before I see my dermatologist so she stops trying to prescribe more harmful medications (like oral steroids, which make me both sui and homicidal). It sucks, praying for everyone here watching this and going through it.
Great content!!! From what i understand if you take testosterone, your body will eventually return to producing it normally (as it was before treatment) after a month or two... or will it slightly decrease? Question, if i take an average dose of testosterone for lets say 3 months. And once im off the trt.... My bidy eill produce more estrogen. Is thst permanent? Long term? Or just a few weeks short term?
Increased estrogen production is temporary and directly related to the amount of testosterone increasing. The surge in fsh that comes back on (when u stop TRT) increases the conversion of testosterone to estrogen.
@@swintegrative awesome. Super helpful! I was planning on taking HGH and testosterone for 3, maybe 6 months and was scared my body would not go back to normal afterwards. I feel much safer now. Thank you for taking the time to answer my question! Absolutely gonna subscribe the educate myself more!
Hello. How could I schedule a consultation with you?
You can go to our website swintegrativemedicine.com or call 4804515307
My ferritin is 196, I have no idea if copper is to blame. I thought copper bonded to iron.
Hello and thank you so much for the clarification. I was diagnosed with hashimotos this past March 2024. My thyroglobulin antibody level was 226and CRP 6.3. Doctors ran all sorts of tests to find out what my problem was and discovered this in the end. I currently have the symptoms of hypothyroidism. My doctor decided to put me on levothyroxine 50 mag even when my hormone levels were normal and I have been taking it for over 2 years now. I can't lose weight and suffer from joint pain and fatigue. My doctor doesn't want to give me immunosuppressant medication to eliminate the symptoms. Is it a good idea to prescribe immunosuppressants under these circumstances? Also, I really need to lose 40 pounds but it is just not happening.
Immunosuppressant medication is a decision you have to make with your doctor. That said, I don’t think it is typically given for Hashimoto’s in most cases.
@swintegrative thank you very much doctor. I appreciate your advice.
My TSH level reads 1.790 does anyone know what this means
Great video
Glad you enjoyed it
Thanks so much for these informative videos. I’m wondering what the link is between high b12 and low hemoglobin. My husband has hemoglobin: 135 g/L hematocrit: .405 pmol/L and B12: 1070 pmol/L. He has had these blood results for years and the doctors say it’s nothing to worry about 🤨. I am certain there is more to this as he has just been diagnosed with osteoporosis at the age of 51.
Not sure of a direct connection between those two.
my ALT is 3447 and AST is 1947 and im in hospital the last few days whats ur opinion
Does low shbg cause hormonal acne in women?
It certainly can yes
36 year old female here. Hi dhea and low AMH. Cancer?
Never rely on a regular doctor to diagnose mast cell. They don't have the correct knowledge in place to do that. I want undiagnosed my entire life. I'm one of those that can't drink water without reacting and Mayo Clinic suggested it's in my head. ONLY go to a Dr. Lawrence Afrin-recommended doctor for diagnosis.. mast cell is NOT all about Tryptase.
No it’s not just about tryptase but it can be a helpful test to do. So I wouldn’t ignore it.
Any ideas on why my son’s CRP level would be 11.2 but the ESR is only a 6? He is only 23 years old, but is experiencing high ALT and some issues with his liver and is currently overweight. I am guessing that the inflammation is being caused by the liver and the fat cells. Correct? I am just surprised that the ESR was not high, as well.
Check out my newer video on Sedimentation rate there are several non inflammatory things that can influence ESR creating a false negative. For instance having larger red blood cell size or MCV could do this. There are also other things in the serum blood like protein levels that can affect the esr. That video will help break it down but has to do with the electromagnetic field of the blood and red blood cells. Good luck 👍
I am 70 years of age and tested at the low end of free testosterone for my age. I am in Thailand abd getting TRT from a Thai doctor who is not expert in TRT. My starting level was 4.9 mg/ dl of free testosteronel. I am getting IM injection of 200 mg of testosterone cip .every three weeks.. does this seem reasonable?
Taking testosterone once every 3 weeks does not make sense bc it will be out of your system in 1 creating lots of ups and downs.
Very interesting! thanks
Glad you liked it!
thank you very much...Super useful presentation...I cant thank you enough!
Glad it was helpful!
Excellent show,than you so much Dr.
Always welcome
oversimplified question, but does TRT + aspirin give you greater or smaller overal clot risk than taking nothing? Umm asking for a... hmm friend
I couldn’t quantify that really but a good question to ask.
Just get a lace front wig! 😊
Everything was good in my blood test but I have a 849 b12 level which is higher than my doctor would like so he called me in. I have been supplementing B12, but I’ve had other symptoms that predate that so I’m a bit worried.
Likely from supplementation
My tsh is 6.18 but I lost weight how?
Lots of things could explain that it is new change or u may have normal T3 and T4.
Lol I can’t watch the video because you cut every sentence
Thank you for your video. I have MTHFR and started taking the methylated B complex a couple of days ago. Shortly after taking it I developed a headache and my stomach felt like I just ate a jalapeno pepper. I thought it was a fluke and a couple days later tried taking it again with the same results. My husband decided to take it (he doesn't have mthfr) and he didn't have a problem. I was considering taking a lower dose of methylated b...but after your video...I'm not sure what to do. Any advice? Thank you
There is definitely more info/clues on my other videos on methylation / MTHFR. Look for those playlists on the he channel
Southwest Intregrative Medicine is an AST of 70 about 30 minutes after a TDaP immunization normal? As a reference last year my AST was 30. I don't take any prescriptions. Tylenol occasionally not often. I don't drink alcohol.
I was on 400mg of test weekly for 12 weeks. I came off that and went on yet now for around 8 weeks. For some reason the side affects is much more serious whilst I’m on trt and looking to come of. What should I do?
Very interesting for sure. The way food affects us fascinates me. Experimenting correctly takes time. My recent experiments have told me my system doesnt like acid….malic acid was the culprit….oddly citric acid is OK. Great video! Pie and Hersheys chocolate all on video.😂
Yes it does take a little more effort and time but it’s usually worth it, especially when u get to indulge a little… yes love that dark chocolate 😋.
I drink 1 celcius energy drink per day, i saw a video of somebody explaining the amount of cyanide from that is very high. Wonder if you have any thoughts apart from what you have explained
Not beyond what I already noted here in the video
Serratiopeptidase remains the most well-known anti-inflammatory drug of choice. Serratiopeptidase is a cheaper and safer anti-inflammatory drug alternative to NSAIDs. The multifaceted properties of serratiopeptidase may lead towards arthritis, diabetes, cancer and thrombolytic treatments.
Sounds like a good candidate for some potential experimentation. Thanks for sharing
@@swintegrative I have based my opinions and decisions on what others have experienced. In the piece titled "Lumbrokinase - An Enzyme for More Than Just Circulatory Health," Martin Kwok, ND presents a chart showing that lumbrokinase has 36 times the enzymatic activity of nattokinase and 294 times the enzymatic activity of serrapeptidase. The product Boluoke was the lumbrokinase product used for comparison. Since I can't post the address of the article, one can look for the title and find it. Comments welcome. I found out I had an irregular heartbeat due to plague built up in my veins, 3 years ago. I've been taken Nattokinase daily for 2 years. My last checkup with a cardiologist 2 weeks ago. Heartbeat was completely normal. Bloodflow normal. Will continue to take this supplement forever. 1 pill a day on an empty stomach, 1st thing in the morning. My carotid arteries are clearing with this, along with Keto. 100% occluded down to less than 50%. I'm a stroke survivor. The fact that nattokinase might help clear spike protein is also very interesting and an additional reason to take it.
@@swintegrative This is someone else's statement: >>I also saw a review on Serrapeptase: I started taking Serrapeptase about 12 months ago as it is supposed to reduce inflammation and help clean and renew damaged arteries. The result has been that my blood pressure has been reduced from 200/100 to 99/65 which is telling me that my arteries are starting to be flexible again. My CAC score over a 12 month period reduced from 500 to 295 in the space of 12 months.<<
@@swintegrative Find Danny Curtin in here on lumbrokinase, nattokinase, serrapeptase.
Look into proteolytic/systemic/fibrinolytic enzymes to help minimize your inflammation. Serratiopeptidase Attenuates Lipopolysaccharide-Induced Vascular Inflammation by Inhibiting the Expression of Monocyte Chemoattractant Protein-1
Freeze your bread to minimize gluten effects. People go to Italy and eat spaghetti and pizza w/o issue. Their wheat has far lower gluten content for some reason.
yes I have experienced that and many of my patients have too. What does freezing the bread do though?
@@swintegrative Denatures the gluten iirc. I've read many personal statements from people who had their CAC scores massively reduce with Nattokinase, Pivotal Health has an excellent article on fibrinolytic enzymes therapeutics. I'm just a private guy dealing with my own issues, mainly inflammatory, I've gathered quite a bit on fibrinolytic enzymes in my S u b Stack if you want to search in there. I've also read people clearing out their carotids with Fibrinolytic enzymes. It's great to know that not all things once considered irreversible are in all actuality not. There is a paper on the NIH regarding Nattokinase as a viable preventive or treatment for CVD. Interesting times we are living in.
My hematocrit is 47.5 and I'm considering starting trt. Is the 47.5 a little to close to that 50 mark? Should I donate blood?
Hi doc, have you ever known levels to come back after 3 years of supprssion? My age is 35 years old The last time I went on HCG, I felt great. However, once I stopped HCG, a month later I felt terrible so I'm guessing my test levels dropped. What is the point on going on HCG if your levels will drop to zero once stop taking
Assuming you are not taking trt…? The point would be like priming the pump but you may have more luck w clomid and that depends on your pituitary output.
Dr. Prescribed 1 100mg shot per week of cypionate. Shouldn’t that be broken up every 3-4days due to the ester period and maintain a level? Feel like we know more than Np’s that prescribe a bottle from Walgreens then off the street. Thoughts on maintaining a test level
It doesn’t always make that big of a difference. For my patients if they feel better and have better hematocrit and estradiol levels then we do break it up. What I have seen though is that it does not always do a whole lot more than once weekly TRT. Good question and good luck
How to decrease alpha enzymes, 185 U/I, and little periodic pain in left upper sidr of stomach. Is that pancreatitis?
no thank you for whooshy noise
noted
My test results show a level of 1800, which is twice the normal range. I am on keto diet, eat lots red meat , eggs and nuts.
I fasted 12 hrs prior to a blood test and my bilirubin was 13 umol/L. I went for the test 30 mins after waking up. Drank a couple glasses of water. The day prior i went on a long walk in the heat and didnt drink enough water. Should you fast prior to a bilirubin test? Would any of these things play a factor. My score last year was 8
It’s possible for dehydration to play a role in elevated levels of many tests fasting should not affect that one though.
Thank you for the information. I’m about to have a liposuction, my sedimentation rate is 55 mm/h. It is safe to do the surgery?
Well I can’t answer that but there are several things that can raise sedimentation rate independent of inflammation. Check you my video from this last Thursday for more details but more to your question u need to ask your doctor that is clearing you for surgery
What do you think of milk thistle to help lower elevated alt and ast (biopsy found drug induced liver injury)
I think this would be a great use case for milk thistle since you know the cause of your elevated liver enzymes. It always good to let your doctor know what you are doing.
Elevated enzymes from drug induced liver injury ALT 149 AST 83 very slowly trending downward. Can milk thistle help?
I think this would be a great use case for milk thistle since you know the cause of your elevated liver enzymes. It always good to let your doctor know what you are doing.👍
Doc i know it's the wrong video but I'm desperate: I've been on and off steroids for years, for the last two years I've been on 150 test cyp per week. I'm going to start clomid and hcg, I'm 35 yo, is it possible to get my natural test levels back or will they come back much lower now that I want to completely stop and go natural?
Well, unfortunately, there’s no way to know until you actually do it, but taking Clomid and hCG give you the best chance of regaining it. Have you seen my videos on this topic, some good info there if not. The body can do amazing things when u give it the right stimulus. Good luck with it!
Thankyou!
Great video! I think i just found my upper limit of methylfolate. Couldnt sleep and very anxious. I though i was losing my mind 😂
Yep that sounds about right, haha. Good luck with finding that balance. There are a wide range of responses from methylfolate. So depending on how bad it is, some people stop altogether, reduce the dose, take a break for a few days. Each person is a bit unique but it’s worth putting in the effort to find your optimal though. 👍