Kayla Milano, MD

Can Menopause Cause High Blood Pressure?

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Menopause is a normal part of every woman’s life, but it can bring on its own set of challenges like joint pain, back pain, and many other symptoms.   Can Menopause Cause High Blood Pressure? While menopause brings various physiological changes, many women are unaware of the potential connection between menopause and high blood pressure. […]

Menopause and Back Pain

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Menopause causes falling estrogen levels, which creates a lot of changes – including lower vitamin D levels and often back pain… At California Concierge, we understand that addressing menopausal symptoms requires a comprehensive and holistic approach.

Menopause and Joint Pain

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Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life, marking the end of her reproductive years. While it brings an end to menstruation, it can also introduce a variety of symptoms, one of the most common being joint pain. Let’s take a closer look at menopause and joint pain, seeing why and how it happens, […]

BHRT vs HRT: Which Should You Choose?

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Hormonal imbalances can have a big impact on an individual’s quality of life, leading to symptoms like fatigue, mood swings, and low libido. Two popular approaches for managing hormonal imbalances are Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) – but which one is better for you? In this article, we’ll explore BHRT […]

A Holistic Approach To ADHD

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a complex condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. Traditionally, ADHD is managed through conventional treatments such as medication and behavioral therapy. However, a growing number of people are seeking alternative approaches that focus on the root causes of their symptoms. Functional medicine for ADHD offers a holistic and […]

Functional Medicine Weight Loss: Does It Work?

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In a world where health and wellness are constantly evolving, many of us are turning away from conventional weight loss methods in search of more holistic, lasting, and sustainable approaches.  Functional medicine, with its unique emphasis on the underlying causes of disease and individualized care, offers a promising path for anyone struggling with weight gain.  […]

Continuous Glucose Monitor for Metabolic Health

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Continuous Glucose Monitor for metabolic health: a game-changer for weight loss. Here is the secret: Data = behavior change. What are signs you might have issues with your blood sugar? Being overweight, being underweight, heart palpitations, anxiety, mood swings, and the list goes on. Continuous glucose monitor, or CGM for short, measures blood continuously. Historically, […]

Why Am I So Fatigued if I Get Enough Sleep?

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This is a question I get from so many “healthy” patients. There is a list of not-so-obvious scenarios that I’ll walk you through. After ruling these out, I use functional medicine testing to assess for Adrenal fatigue. Fatigue is one of the biggest problems for my patients. The most natural starting place to discuss root […]

What is All the Hype About the Gut Microbiome?

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For those of you with good energy, clear skin, consistently healthy bowel movements, you probably have a diverse gut microbiome. For those of you with any ailment, your microbiome is likely not optimal. For some, the altered microbiome is the cause of undesired states of health, such as skin rashes, acne, IBS, weight gain, fatigue, […]