Blood Pressure
Looking Beyond Cholesterol Numbers
Last month, we spoke about how cholesterol is often far more complex than simply looking at one isolated number on a standard blood test.
03/07/2026
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Last month, we spoke about how cholesterol is often far more complex than simply looking at one isolated number on a standard blood test.
Picking up on last month’s discussion about blood markers and the importance of looking beyond “normal” lab ranges, I wanted to bring your attention this month to something I see often in clinic conversations — cholesterol results that create worry, confusion, and sometimes incomplete answers.
Today, I wanted to talk about something that comes up very often in my practice—your blood work.
I hope you had a beautiful Eid, and that the past few weeks gave you moments of rest, connection, and reflection.
As Ramadan comes to a close, I wanted to offer a moment of gentle reflection.
In my previous message, I shared gentle guidance on how to nourish your body during Ramadan in a way that supports energy, focus, and balance.
As Ramadan approaches, I wanted to share a few gentle thoughts on how to support your body during fasting — not by doing more, but by doing what truly matters.
Let’s talk about the importance of blood sugar. Do you know what the TRUE culprit is behind high blood pressure? Tip: It’s not salt…
Our Insulin levels are on the rise. Unfortunately, the medical system does not seem to prioritize this marker and rarely checks for it. In functional medicine, this is the first marker we look at. Let’s dive in!
Do you have a sugar addiction? You may think ‘I don’t eat that much sugar’ but the reality is that sugar is in everything we consume. All processed and packaged foods and drinks contain sugar.