Benton Integrative Medicine Blogs

Insurance. Oh the quandary we are in.

When I was in high school, I had this horrible discomfort in my legs that drove me bonkers!

Who longs for the days of the family doctor having time to spend with you and actually listen to your issues?

My grandpa Virgil died a few years back. He had 9 lives for sure but one time was more due to imposed dietary restrictions.

I am thankful for Western medicine for acute issues. It is life saving and life prolonging many times.

Dairy! I how I adore a cup of whole milk hot chocolate. I adore butter. I adore cheese. Unfortunately, the bodies of myself and kids do

Back in residency, when I was 28, I was feeling much older than my age. I felt tired and run down.

So when my kids get fever and congestion, and I make sure they don't have anything dangerous of course.

This is the handout I give to my patients. I would love to hear your stories and your tips. We haven't found the cure to the common cold bu