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Jennifer Engels, MD

This article is the second in a 3-part series on sleep and its crucial importance to our overall health. Please visit here to read part one.

As we age, sleep often changes in unexpected ways. What may have once been a simple part of the day can become increasingly elusive or le...

Jennifer Engels, MD

This article is the first in a 3-part series on sleep and its crucial importance to our overall health.

Sleep: it’s something we often take for granted, yet it’s as essential to our well-being as good nutrition and regular exercise. Despite its vital role in our health, sleep i...

By Jennifer Engels, MD

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the impact of breast cancer, raise awareness, and encourage early detection. Breast cancer is a serious concern, particularly for women. While it’s important to remember that men can develop breast cancer, too, wo...

By Jennifer Engels, MD

As a physician practicing Functional Medicine, I often encounter patients confused about inflammation. Simply put, inflammation is your body's natural response to harm. It's a complex biological process where your immune system recognizes and removes harmful stimuli and be...

By Jennifer Engels, MD

As I have often said in previous articles, Functional Medicine is a patient-centered approach that seeks to understand and address the root causes of diseases rather than just treating symptoms. When promoting brain health, especially as we age, Functional Medicine practition...

By Jennifer Engels, MD

Sleep apnea is a common yet often undiagnosed sleep disorder affecting millions worldwide. Characterized by interruptions in breathing during sleep, sleep apnea can have serious consequences for your overall health and well-being if left untreated. 

In the U.S., 18 million p...