While many doctors were surprised to see some patients develop chronic symptoms after being infected with COVID, some of us in the functional medicine world gave a collective “Duh”. Let’s talk about it!

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Dr. David is an independent thinker who draws from more than 25 years of clinical experience. He relies on a broad range of evidence-based information to provide his best possible guidance. Dr. David's thoughts and opinions may shift as the data evolves. Information he shares with the public is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All content is informative and does not replace the need for consultation with qualified health professionals.

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As a pediatrician and medical cannabis expert, I’m often asked questions that would never be asked of most doctors. For example, does medical marijuana affect my poop?! Let’s talk about it!

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Dr. David is an independent thinker who draws from more than 25 years of clinical experience. He relies on a broad range of evidence-based information to provide his best possible guidance. Dr. David's thoughts and opinions may shift as the data evolves. Information he shares with the public is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All content is informative and does not replace the need for consultation with qualified health professionals.

A new study suggests an association between autism diagnosis in boys and daily maternal consumption of either diet soda or a comparable amount of aspartame during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Let's talk about it!

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Remember when we were told by the manufacturers and health officials the COVID mRNA vaccines would stay local to the injection site and there was no concern of it spreading through the body? If that’s so, why is the vaccine mRNA being found in breast milk?? Let talk about it!

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Depression can be a debilitating condition and it’s great when people feel better when adequately treated. But a new study shows smaller brain sizes in children whose mother took SSRI antidepressants during the pregnancy. Let's talk about it!

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The CDC says people over 60 can get COVID, Flu and RSV vaccines together. Yet a top FDA official explains why he is splitting up his own vaccines. Let's talk about it!

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September is Suicide Prevention Month and I want to take a moment to discuss this very important subject. While anyone can be at risk for suicide, some groups experience higher rates of suicide or suicide attempts than the general population. Why is this - and how can we recognize danger signs and intervene to help others, and ourselves? Let’s talk about it!

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The CDC is recommending all people over 6 months of age get the new COVID booster this Fall. Florida is recommending those under 65 not get it. Others, Including me, have a more nuanced opinion. Let's talk about it!

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Fifteen years ago, my professional and personal experience led me to conclude that someone wanting to get pregnant should not just optimize their health during pregnancy, but ideally before they conceive. A new scientific statement from the ⁠ @American_Heart ⁠ Association just further validated this. Let's talk about it!

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There is no doubt the use of cannabinoids from marijuana has a wide array of medical benefits. But, some people suffer from Cannabis Ude Disorder. What is this? Let's talk about it!

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