Skincare Carin Nielsen, MD Skincare Carin Nielsen, MD

5 Facts About Skin Health Most Doctors Won’t Tell You

While external skincare products play a prominent role in skin health, true radiance starts from within. The skin is often a mirror of our internal health, and taking a holistic approach can reveal the root causes behind common skin concerns. Here are five little-known but powerful facts about skin health that could change the way you care for your skin from the inside out.

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Weight Loss, Nutrition, Heart Health Carin Nielsen, MD Weight Loss, Nutrition, Heart Health Carin Nielsen, MD

GLP—1 Agonists & Weight Management - My Approach

By now, you have probably heard of GLP-1 agonists, like the popular semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound). With the epidemic of overweight and obesity in our country, I cannot ignore the compelling data on GLP-1 agonists and weight loss. That being said, I have one concern that stands out when considering this class of medication - read my blog to learn more.

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Integrative and Functional Medicine, Mood, Energy Carin Nielsen, MD Integrative and Functional Medicine, Mood, Energy Carin Nielsen, MD

5 Root Causes of Low Mood

I have been practicing in Northern Michigan for over 20 years, and year after year, I see two waves of seasonal mood changes in my patients and friends: November and February.

Many begin to feel the symptoms of seasonal mood changes in November when the days become darker and shorter. Fatigue and lack of motivation are common complaints in November when we are digging out our light boxes and preparing for the winter ahead.

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Detoxification, Nutrition Carin Nielsen, MD Detoxification, Nutrition Carin Nielsen, MD

Five Foods for Everyday Detox

100% avoidance of toxins is never possible. That’s why it’s important to support our body’s inherent ability to metabolize, detoxify, and eliminate toxins on a daily basis. One of the best ways to do this is through food.

Here are 5 delicious foods to support everyday detoxification.

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