12 Supplements That Can Cause Liver Failure

12 Supplements That Can Cause Liver Failure

Can supplements lead to liver failure? When it comes to supplements, “natural” doesn’t always mean “safe.” While some supplements can be beneficial, others may be harmful to your health. This review highlights a concerning trend: liver toxicity and failure caused by...
9 Health Tips for Managing PMS

9 Health Tips for Managing PMS

9 Health Tips for Managing PMS By Dr. Stephanie Karozos, MD “Who is this me-shaped monster who is irritated at the way my partner breathes, who wants all of the salty, carby, sweet food, whose sleep is disrupted and who is left feeling unmotivated to move my body or...
Adaptogens: Bringing the Body Back into Balance

Adaptogens: Bringing the Body Back into Balance

Adaptogens: Bringing the Body Back into Balance by Stephanie Karozos, MD What are adaptogens? Adaptogens are a category of herbs and mushrooms that can help the body cope with physical or emotional stress. They help bring the body back to its natural state of balance,...
What do we mean by Integrative and Functional Medicine?

What do we mean by Integrative and Functional Medicine?

By Dr. Stephanie Karozos, MD The goal of this post is to describe to the reader what we at Aspen Integrative Medicine mean when we say we practice Integrative and Functional medicine, as well as what to expect from a visit with an Integrative and Functional medicine...
Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements

Dietary Supplements by Dr. Stephanie Karozos, MD Nearly 80% of US adults are taking one or more dietary supplements. From single herb supplements to blends to multivitamins, there are so many options that it can feel overwhelming at times. Supplements can be useful to...
Sleep Hygiene

Sleep Hygiene

Sleep Hygiene by Dr. Stephanie Karozos, MD  Do you struggle to fall asleep at night? Do you find yourself waking up in the middle of the night, unable to fall back to sleep? If so, you are not alone. Insomnia consists of difficulty falling asleep at bedtime...