Wellness articles & insights
Evidence-informed guidance and practitioner insights from Dr. Kathryn Boulter, ND.
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Mitochondrial dysfunction may explain many of the symptoms of ME/CFS and Long COVID
Many people with ME/CFS (myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome) and long COVID feel extreme exhaustion that does not improve with rest. Even small amounts of physical or mental activity can make symptoms much worse for days or weeks. Scientists are now finding strong evidence that this may be linked to problems in the body’s energy-making system—the…
GLP-1 Medications and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome: Research update
1 Over the past few years, GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs)—a class of medications originally developed for type 2 diabetes and now widely recognized for their role in weight management—have captured enormous scientific and public attention. Drugs like semaglutide (Ozempic®, Wegovy®) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro®, Zepbound®) work by mimicking hormones that regulate insulin secretion, appetite, and digestion.…
New study helps explain what is going on in hyper mobile EDS
123 There was a revealing new study published in September this year in the journal ImmunoHorizons. Titled “Proteomic discoveries in hypermobile Ehlers–Danlos syndrome reveal insights into disease pathophysiology” by Molly Griggs et al, it is building on the evidence base for tools to diagnose and treat this complex condition. This study looked at hypermobile Ehlers–Danlos…
ILADS Conference 2025: Research and Treatment Updates
Attending the ILADS 2025 Annual Scientific Conference in San Antonio this October was an immersive and inspiring experience. As someone deeply invested in the frontier of tick‑borne disease research and treatment, I want to share highlights, reflections, and key take‑aways from sessions on advanced brain imaging, neuroinflammation, IV therapies, and peptide protocols. This year’s ILADS…
Lyme Disease Diagnosis: Why One Test Isn’t Enough
12 By Kathryn Boulter, ND | August 29, 2025 Lyme disease is a tick-borne illness caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, with cases steadily rising in many parts of the world, particularly in the U.S. As tick populations expand and their geographical range increases, awareness about Lyme disease—and how to properly diagnose it—is more important…
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