Knowledge is a Powerful Tool for Healing.
Third Stone Health doctors have written many articles to help you learn more about the conditions we specialize in and the therapies we use. From time to time, we also include evidence-based information from other sources that aligns with a whole-person, naturopathic approach to medicine and healing.
A Natural Approach to Women’s Wellness
Women’s health goes far beyond physical wellness; it encompasses emotional, hormonal, and spiritual well-being, too. With modern life’s demands, it’s easy to lose balance, making a holistic approach to women’s health essential. Naturopathic medicine offers valuable tools to support women at every stage of life, from managing stress to enhancing fertility, balancing hormones, and building… Continue reading A Natural Approach to Women’s Wellness
Naturopathic Flu Care: A Holistic Approach to Recovery and Prevention
Naturopathic Flu Care: A Holistic Approach to Recovery and Prevention As flu season rolls around, many people seek natural ways to support their immune systems and recover more quickly if they do get sick. Naturopathic medicine offers a holistic approach to flu care, focusing on strengthening the body’s natural defenses, reducing symptom severity, and promoting… Continue reading Naturopathic Flu Care: A Holistic Approach to Recovery and Prevention
Gynecological Exams Now Offered at Third Stone Health
We’re thrilled to announce that we are expanding our women’s healthcare services at Third Stone Health! In addition to our integrative approach to health and wellness, Dr. Engelhardt is now offering Gynecological exams, Pap smears, and STI testing right here in our office. Your health is our priority, and we’re proud to provide these essential… Continue reading Gynecological Exams Now Offered at Third Stone Health
Simple and Powerful Health Goals for 2026
A new year is here again, which means everyone is making their New Year’s Resolutions! Let me help you out a bit by giving you a short and simple list of health goals you should actually be trying to achieve this year. Aim for at least half your weight in ounces of water per day.… Continue reading Simple and Powerful Health Goals for 2026
Detox: Demystifying Trends & Supporting Your Body’s Natural Detox Pathways
Let’s Talk Detox: Demystifying Trends & Supporting Your Body’s Natural Detox Pathways In the world of wellness, the word “detox” has become a buzzword, often associated with fad diets, juice cleanses, and quick fixes. But what does detoxification really mean? More importantly, how can we support our body’s natural detox pathways without falling into the… Continue reading Detox: Demystifying Trends & Supporting Your Body’s Natural Detox Pathways
Third Stone Health Hours Change and Some Pandemic Hope
We are all well aware that the covid pandemic continues to influence every level of how we function as communities. Even though these changes cause stress and uncertainty, there are ways we can use this challenge to support each other, strengthen our relationships, and create a safer world. Third Stone Health will continue to offer… Continue reading Third Stone Health Hours Change and Some Pandemic Hope
6 Steps to Ending Screen Addiction
Screens are ubiquitous in most peoples’ lives from the moment you wake up with a morning alarm clock, checking the weather or the news, texting, checking e-mails, social media, and the constant, and often unimportant, notifications. When I discuss this issue with people, everyone seems to agree, we’re on screens too much. Some of the… Continue reading 6 Steps to Ending Screen Addiction
Everything You Need to Know About COVID-19 Antibody Tests
Did I Have It? This is the question many of us are asking. As our society adapts to living in a world with Sars-CoV-2, the virus responsible for the COVID-19 illness, efforts have turned to not only testing to see if someone is currently infected, but also testing that can help us determine if someone… Continue reading Everything You Need to Know About COVID-19 Antibody Tests
How to Use the Pandemic to Actually Improve Your Health
Anxiety is running high right now, with good reason. The health and economic consequences of the pandemic have affected everyone, even those lucky enough to have not actually contracted coronavirus. There’s never been a more important time to optimize your health. Not only will you feel better in the short term, it is one tangible… Continue reading How to Use the Pandemic to Actually Improve Your Health
A Guide to COVID-19 Masks and FAQ
Confused about whether a mask is effective? You are not alone. Depending on the type of mask you are using it may be able to help prevent you from getting sick, or it may be reducing the chances you are spreading the virus to other people. Georgia Tech has put together a great guide for… Continue reading A Guide to COVID-19 Masks and FAQ
COVID-19 Testing
COVID-19 Testing: March 27, 2020 There is a lot of confusion right now about testing for COVID-19. If you have ANY concerns regarding possible symptoms or exposure, please call us at 860-661-4662 and we can do a same-day telemedicine visit to evaluate your situation and order testing at the location most convenient for you. … Continue reading COVID-19 Testing
COVID-19 UPDATES: March 25, 2020
During this time of intense change and uncertainty, taking care of your health has never been more important, or more confusing. Dr. Procyk and Dr. Clark are still available to help! To keep everyone safe while still being available, all visits will be via telemedicine for the immediate future. We are using a fully secure HIPAA-compliant… Continue reading COVID-19 UPDATES: March 25, 2020
Why Acid Blockers Are Not Good Long-Term Solutions for Heartburn
Acid-blockers are very effective at controlling the symptom of heartburn but do not address the underlying cause, and long term they can cause a number of health consequences.
What Causes Lipedema and What is Happening to the Affected Area?
Lipedema is an adipose tissue (fat tissue) disorder primarily affecting the lower extremities and sometimes arms that spares the hands and feet. It almost exclusively affects women with symptoms beginning often after hormonal change like puberty, menopause, or pregnancy. There is a lot we don’t know about lipedema. We don’t know exactly why it happens… Continue reading What Causes Lipedema and What is Happening to the Affected Area?
The Role of Inflammation in Body Weight: An Intro to the Biology of Fat
Inflammation comes up a lot in my practice. It promotes many chronic diseases and correlates with worsening signs and symptoms of many conditions, whether it be autoimmune disease, arthritis, cardiovascular disease, or others. Inflammation is also intrinsically tied to obesity. How are inflammation and body weight related and what can we do about it? What is… Continue reading The Role of Inflammation in Body Weight: An Intro to the Biology of Fat
