Still Cramping or Tired? It Might Be What You’re Drinking
Still Cramping, Bloated, or Fatigued This Summer? You’re not the only one. Even if you’re pounding water all day, that may not be enough. It’s a hot, humid summer — and many of you are out there: • Playing tennis, walking, golfing, biking • Working out in the heat • Watching your kids train hard […]
The Missing Mineral That Could Be Driving Your Fatigue, Blood Pressure, and Inflammation
Why Potassium Actually Matters Most people think of potassium as “the banana mineral,” but that’s just scratching the surface. Potassium plays a key role in: Blood pressure regulation Brain and nerve function Muscle performance (including the heart) Acid-base balance and cellular hydration Reducing oxidative stress and inflammation Here’s the problem: the recommended minimum intake is […]
Real Healthcare Freedom Starts With You
🧠 Our Founders Saw This Coming There were 56 signers of the Declaration of Independence—representing the voices of over 2 million colonists. But only an estimated 15–20% actively supported the Revolution. The rest stayed quiet, even as freedoms slipped away under King George’s rule. One of those brave signers was Dr. Benjamin Rush, the only […]
Low ferritin ≠ low iron (here’s why it’s more complicated)
Hey! Let’s set the record straight on one of the most misunderstood lab values: Ferritin. Ferritin is commonly used as a marker of iron status—and yes, it can be part of that picture. But here’s what most people (and sadly, many doctors) miss: 👉 Ferritin is also an acute phase reactant—it rises with inflammation, infections, […]
The most misleading lab value on your bloodwork
Hey, Let’s talk about one of the most misleading labs I see all the time: Vitamin B12. The standard serum B12 test only tells us what’s floating in your blood at the moment. But your actual cellular B12 status—what your tissues can *use*—is often a very different story. When your body starts running low, it […]
3 Missing Pieces of your Vitamin D Plan
Hey, You’re taking Vitamin D… But your levels aren’t improving. You still feel off. What gives? Here’s the deal: Even with supplementation, many people still don’t absorb Vitamin D properly—especially if:– You’ve had your gallbladder removed (you need bile to absorb fat-soluble vitamins like D)– You’re using sunscreen regularly in summer (it blocks the UVB […]
30 (Vitamin D) might be “normal” – but it is not Healthy
Hey! A lot of patients come in saying, “My doctor said my vitamin D was normal…” But let’s break that down. Most labs say 30 ng/mL is ‘normal.’ But research (especially from Dr. Michael Holick) shows that 55–80 ng/mL is where most people feel and function at their best. Vitamin D is about more than […]
🧬 How Lab Reviews Work at Apollo Health: Fees, Process, and What to Expect
At Apollo Health, we go beyond surface-level lab interpretation. Whether your labs are from us or another doctor, our goal is to help you understand what your results mean—and what to do next. 🧪 What Kinds of Labs Do We Review? We offer lab reviews for: • Complete bloodwork (done through Apollo or another provider) […]
You’re Not a Number. Let’s Talk Strategy.
There’s been a ton of interest in our recent homocysteine blog and emails — and for good reason. It’s an important marker. But here’s the thing: homocysteine is just one piece of the puzzle. You’re not a number on a page — you’re a system. A person. And when we zoom out and look at the […]
Homocysteine and Brain Health
Hey! In our last email, we broke down what homocysteine is and why it matters. Today, let’s go deeper—especially into how it impacts your brain. Homocysteine and Brain Health One of the strongest links in the research? Elevated homocysteine increases your risk of silent brain infarcts and white matter lesions—both known to contribute to cognitive […]