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Creatine Monohydrate for Muscle and Mind
Creatine Monohydrate: Proven Support for Muscle and Mind At Spruce MD, we believe in evidence-based approaches to performance, longevity, and overall wellness. Among the most
Back to Basics: Great Skin Doesn’t Have to Be Hard
At Spruce MD, we often remind our patients that beautiful, healthy skin doesn’t require an overflowing bathroom cabinet or a 10-step routine. In fact, when
Eating Disorders and Gut Health: The Missing Link
Eating disorders are an increasing concern among the American population. It is estimated that 9% of the U.S. population—or 28.8 million Americans—will have an eating
Family Back-to-School Wellness Tips
Back-to-school season isn’t just a transition for kids—it’s a shift for parents too. From new schedules to packed afternoons, it’s easy for the whole family
Spruce MD: Riding to End Alzheimer’s
Riding For A Cure Spruce Md Joins The Ride To End Alzheimers at Spruce MD This July, hundreds of cyclists will clip in and set
Achieve Clearer Skin with Integrative Acne Care
Clearer Skin From The Inside Out An Integrative Approach To Acne at Spruce MD June marks Acne Awareness Month, a perfect time to take a
Why Cash-Pay Healthcare Saves Money
Paying Cash Can Save You Money at Spruce MD Healthcare in the U.S. isn’t just expensive, it’s confusing, slow, and often impersonal. But at Spruce
Preventing Coronary Disease with Integrative Heart Care
Protect Your Heart An Integrative Approach To Preventing Coronary Artery Disease at Spruce MD Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S.,
Spring Cleaning for Your Health
Spring Cleaning For Your Health at Spruce MD Spring cleaning isn’t just for your home – it’s also the perfect time to reset your health.
Spring Allergy Relief in Greenville
Tree pollen is now coating the Southeast! Here in Greenville, SC we rank in the top ten of most challenging places to live with pollen
Why Preventive Health Is Your Best Investment
Preventive Health Best Investment at Spruce MD The High Cost of Reactive Healthcare Many people view healthcare as something they only need when they’re sick
The Mediterranean Diet for Wellness
The Mediterranean Diet A Sustainable Path To Wellness at Spruce MD The Mediterranean diet, inspired by the traditional eating habits of countries bordering the Mediterranean
5 Reasons to Book a DEXA Scan in 2025
5 Reasons To Book A Dexa Scan In 2025 at Spruce MD What is a DEXA Scan? A DEXA scan (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) is a
Light Therapy for Skin Issues
Light Therapy For Skin Issues at Spruce MD What is Light Therapy, and Why is it So Popular? Light therapy is rapidly gaining traction, and
Understanding the Gut-Skin Connection
Understanding The Gut Skin Connection at Spruce MD In recent years, more attention has been given to the intricate relationship between gut health and overall
Medical Aesthetic Benefits & Skin Care
Maintaining a youthful and healthy appearance is more important than ever in today’s fast-paced world. While genetics and lifestyle choices play significant roles in how
Sugar, Sugar, Sugar
Sugar Sugar Sugar at Spruce MD Blood sugar control is vital for maintaining overall health and well-being. Blood sugar, also known as blood glucose, refers
Cholesterol Demystified
Cholesterol Demystified at Spruce MD What is cholesterol? Is all cholesterol bad? Do eggs have too much cholesterol? Should I be on a vegetarian diet
Macronutrients 101 at Spruce MD
Macronutrients 101 at Spruce MD Carbohydrates, proteins, and fats are known as macronutrients or most commonly “macros” meaning that they are the nutrients needed in
Intermittent Fasting: Pros and Cons
Intermittent Fasting Pros And Cons at Spruce MD Fasting has been used for centuries as a means to re-establish health, refocus the mind, and for
Navigating Thyroid Disease
Navigating Thyroid Disease at Spruce MD Most people with hypothyroidism take a generic Synthroid tablet to treat it and feel fine. But this is not
The Truth About Healthy Fats
Thankfully the faddish trend of eating a “fat free” diet has waned. There is now a greater understanding of fats’ role as an essential dietary
Exercising While Traveling
En route back from a conference, I decided it was an opportune time to chat about physical activity while traveling.
‘TIS THE SEASON
Tis The Season at Spruce MD It is hard to ignore the arrival of the yellow blanket of pollen that visits every spring. Tree pollen
Blair’s Story: A Patient’s Journey to Optimal Health
Blair spent the majority of her life struggling with debilitating gastrointestinal symptoms that limited the way she was able to live her life.
SOCIAL DISTANCING: WHAT’S ALL THE FUSS?
Social Distancing Whats All The Fuss at Spruce MD Our world has been turned upside down over the past several weeks. Sporting events and concerts
COVID-19: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW NOW
Covid 19 What You Need To Know Now at Spruce MD SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19/novel coronavirus) has permeated nearly all aspects of our lives. Along with the
Fit Pregnancy: Health Tips
Physical activity improves cardiorespiratory fitness, decreases risk of obesity and associated disease, and increases longevity. It is important in all stages of life, including or
THE GUT-BRAIN CONNECTION
The Gut Brain Connection at Spruce MD We have all had “butterflies” in our stomach or “gut-wrenching” pain in our belly on occasion, but did
GET YOUR MOVE ON
Get Your Move On at Spruce MD Jordan Floyd is a physical therapist who recently started Limitless Therapy & Wellness, a boutique physical therapy practice
MEN’S HEALTH
Mens Health at Spruce MD Men aren’t the best patients. More accurately, men often are simply not “patients.” Compared to women, men avoid going to
PAYING CASH CAN SAVE YOU MONEY
Paying Cash Can Save You Money at Spruce MD Word on the street is that you love what we are doing over here at Spruce
GLUTEN: FRIEND OR FOE
Gluten Friend Or Foe at Spruce MD What is gluten? Gluten is the generalized name for proteins found in wheat, rye and barley. It acts
MEDICINE FOR YOU!
Medicine For You at Spruce MD As discussed in my first post, integrative medicine is a whole-person approach to medical care. It is evidenced-based medicine
THE VISION
You have a stable job. You make good money. You get every other week off?! Why are you starting an integrative medicine clinic? And by