by Stephen A. Luther, MEd, MSEd, LPC | Oct 19, 2026 | Patient Education
The short answer If you keep asking why do I wake up anxious, the timing alone can’t point to one cause. Morning anxiety may be shaped by the day you are anticipating, broken or poorly timed sleep, an anxiety or mood condition, caffeine, alcohol, medicines,...
by Stephen A. Luther, MEd, MSEd, LPC | Oct 15, 2026 | Patient Education
The short answer If you feel tired after sleeping enough, the hours you spend in bed may be only part of the picture. Sleep can be interrupted, poorly timed, or less restorative than it seems, and medicines, physical health, stress, mood, pain, nutrition, and daily...
by Stephen A. Luther, MEd, MSEd, LPC | Oct 13, 2026 | Patient Education
The short answer If you feel tired after eating, a brief dip in alertness can be common, especially after a large meal or during the natural early-afternoon lull. But repeated, intense, or worsening fatigue after meals is worth a closer look. Sleep quality, meal size...
by Jordan Oliver | Sep 23, 2026 | Patient Education
What Causes Excess Gas in the Lower Abdomen? Excess gas in the lower abdomen usually comes from two sources: swallowed air and gas made when gut bacteria break down carbohydrates that were not fully digested. Beans, certain vegetables and fruits, dairy for people with...
by Jordan Oliver | Sep 11, 2026 | Patient Education
What a Food Sensitivity Test Can and Cannot Tell You A food sensitivity test may seem like a fast answer for bloating, headaches, fatigue, skin changes, or unexplained digestive discomfort. But the quick answer is this: many commercial blood tests that measure food...
by Jordan Oliver | Sep 4, 2026 | Patient Education
Soothe an Allergic Rash at Home in 3 Simple Steps For mild allergic skin rashes, start by stopping contact with the suspected trigger, gently rinsing the area with cool water, and calming itch with a cool compress or lukewarm colloidal oatmeal bath. Then protect the...
