Dr. Emily Parke Blog

Preparing For Your First Functional Medicine

Dr. Em's Functional Health Minutes, Video AudioMay 13, 2019

Hi, I'm Dr. Emily Parke. Today I'd like to talk to you about how to get the most out of your functional medicine visit.

8 Ways to Combat Stress and Improve Your Health

Health & FitnessApril 26, 2019

When things like work, family, finances, health, traffic jams, and social media trigger stress, it can have far-reaching consequences for your health and well-being.

Cholesterol, Genetics and Metabolism

Dr. Em's Functional Health Minutes, Health & Fitness, Video AudioApril 26, 2019

In my functional health minute today, I'd like to expand on the relationship cholesterol has with your genetics and metabolism.

The Basics Behind Cholesterol

Dr. Em's Functional Health Minutes, Health & Fitness, Video AudioApril 16, 2019

More people are being diagnosed with high cholesterol and are given medications such as statins BUT there are other ways as to managing cholesterol.

Plantain Turkey Breakfast Sausages

RecipesApril 2, 2019

Breakfast burnout? Check out these yummy healthy turkey breakfast sausages with plantains and maple extract.

Testing for Type 2 Diabetes

Dr. Em's Functional Health Minutes, Health & Fitness, Video AudioMarch 26, 2019

Today I'd like to talk to you about the testing for type 2 diabetes and the differences between traditional testing and how Functional Medicine tests.

Sleep Debt: The Truth About Sleep Quality and Stress

Health & FitnessMarch 18, 2019

If you find yourself stressed and tired from not sleeping enough, there are ways around this issue – and you’ll be able to rest more fruitfully!

Is Functional Medicine Right for You

Dr. Em's Functional Health Minutes, Health & Fitness, Video AudioMarch 14, 2019

Today I'd like to talk about the subject of functional medicine. What is functional medicine and is it right for you?

4 Excellent Reasons to Opt for Body Composition Analysis

Health & FitnessFebruary 18, 2019

Undergoing a body composition analysis test is a powerful way to get back in touch with your body’s needs and can help you hone in on exercise and nutrition wherever needed.