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Detoxing from the Salon

Looking our best sometimes means a little extra makeup and a monthly trip to the hair salon for a touch up of our “new growth”. But with all of the talk about chemicals found in our personal care products, how can we continue to look fabulous and at the same time,...

Why Holistic Primary Care?

Holistic Primary Care with a Functional Medicine Approach How do you choose your primary care doctor?  Referral by friends or picked off an insurance list.  Some young adults may not really care who they see - as long as they get their “annual exam” and have someone...

Why Is it So Hard to Lose Weight?

The short answer is…..because we assume it is due to excess calories and not enough exercise. And although these are factors, they are often not THE answer. It is also not about the total calories but rather, where the calories are coming from.  In other words, what...

4 Lab Tests to Assess Your TRUE Cardiovascular Risk

These 4 lab tests for cardiovascular risk will give a better picture of what your risk factors for heart disease or stroke. Let's delve deeper into your true health - starting with your heart health. Your current blood tests may not be enough to give an accurate...

Intermittent Fasting…It’s Not a Diet, It’s a Lifestyle

Many dietary fads come and go but intermittent fasting is here to stay.   Humans have been using this eating technique for ages in virtually every major religion in the world for cleansing and purification purposes.  The ancient Greek writer and historian, Plutarch,...

Dr. Denia Tapscott, MD

Dr. Denia Tapscott, MD is board certified in internal medicine and provides personalized treatment with a functional medicine approach to get to the root cause of issues and begin the journey towards wellness. She was at NIHA from 2016-2023.