Your body needs lots of water to function, especially when you take into consideration that your body is made up of 60% water. Cell function, joint lubrication, waste removal, and so many more bodily functions depend on water to do their job efficiently. The general consensus on the amount of water you...
Everyone seems to be taking supplements these days, but with so many options, it can be confusing to learn what to take and for what purpose. In addition, supplements are poorly regulated, which makes it hard to find quality brands without the help of a specialist. Below, we asked our...
When your joints and ligaments start to deteriorate, whether from aging or repetitive use injuries from sport or working conditions, the results can be pain, swelling, and loss of flexibility and mobility. Short of joint replacement, it can be difficult to fix these issues. However, a leading-edge therapy is now...
Those with long memories may remember ketamine as a field anesthetic during the Vietnam war or as a party drug that got overused and abused. However, like many other drugs that once had a bad reputation, ketamine has found a new life as an antidepressant and as a treatment for...
Stem cells, proteins, peptides — these are just a few of the resources already contained within the human body that promote optimal function on every level. Tapping and amplifying these resources has been the brass ring in medicine, and we’re making great headway. As an example, peptide therapies are helping...
While 97% of Americans have at least one risk factor for fatigue, nearly 43% report that they’re too tired to function at work. Not only can this increase your risk of making errors, but it can make the days seem long and difficult. The key to overcoming those sluggish feelings is to...
Chronic pain can feel like an uphill battle for many people with no relief in sight. Unfortunately, up to 50 million Americans deal with some type of chronic pain. Linda Y. Dula, DO and her team and Invigorate Asheville don’t want you to have to struggle with your pain on a daily basis. We offer prolotherapy,...
NAD is the abbreviation for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide. It’s a powerful antioxidant that your body uses both as a fuel and as a defense against oxidative stress, and it’s also responsible for DNA repair, neurotransmission, and cellular repair. Chronic stress, burnout, and sleepless nights deplete NAD levels in the brain,...
Platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP) is a treatment that uses the body’s own defense mechanisms to speed up healing. PRP doesn’t cause any side effects or allergic reactions because the substances injected come from the patient’s blood. Medical specialists use PRP to speed up the recovery of muscle injuries, tendon injuries,...
Feeling run down? You’re not alone. Nearly 2.5 million Americans live under the fog of fatigue. Most turn to coffee and harmful energy drinks to get a boost, but there are much better — and healthier — ways to get more energy. Here, Dr. Linda Dula, our health and wellness...
Most Americans eat a lot — often more than they should. But despite the generous helpings at the dinner table, a surprising number of Americans are deficient in key nutrients necessary for good health. And while many people think they can just pop a multivitamin in their mouth to restore...
If you have post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), you’re not alone. In fact, about 6% of Americans experience PTSD at some point in their lives. Post-traumatic stress disorder can occur if you experience or witness a traumatic event. Symptoms of PTSD, such as depression, anxiety, and intrusive thoughts, can respond to treatment strategies,...
Nearly 1 in 5 American adults lives with some form of mental illness. While the symptoms and severity vary from person to person, they often share one thing — low levels of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD). Your body produces NAD naturally. This chemical is responsible for transforming the energy you...
About 20% of American adults deal with chronic pain, in some cases severe enough to prevent them from easily performing daily tasks. Pain management for chronic pain can be a challenge, with oral medications carrying harmful side effects and, in some cases, losing effectiveness when administered over long periods of...
If you struggle to follow a balanced diet on a day-to-day basis, you’re not alone. However, even if you try to round it out with a daily multivitamin, you may not be getting the nutrients needed for optimal health and wellness. That’s where IV infusion therapy comes in. Dr. Linda...
