Dr. Eric Potter graduated from Vanderbilt Medical School and then went on to specialize in internal medicine (adult) and pediatric care, spending significant time and effort in growing his medical understanding while caring for patients from all walks of life.
We have long awaited for Spring to arrive, yet our welcome guest brings unwanted baggage. Sneezes. Watery Eyes. Wheezes. Mucous coughs. Yes, “ALLERGIES”. Are we doomed to down our anti-histamines, risking future Alzheimer’s? Not if we utilize some of God’s natural gifts in nature and a little functional MD wisdom! This series from Dr. Potter was…
We have long awaited for Spring to arrive, yet our welcome guest brings unwanted baggage. Sneezes. Watery Eyes. Wheezes. Mucous coughs. Yes, “ALLERGIES”. Are we doomed to down our anti-histamines, risking future Alzheimer’s? Not if we utilize some of God’s natural gifts in nature and a little functional MD wisdom! This series from Dr. Potter was…
Sneezes. Watery Eyes. Wheezes. Mucous coughs. Yes, “ALLERGIES“. Are we doomed to down our anti-histamines, risking future Alzheimer’s? Not if we utilize some of God’s natural gifts in nature and a little functional MD wisdom! This series from Dr. Potter was produced last fall but is timeless if allergies are ruining your Spring. Watch more from this series below:…
My husband and I have been unable to have a child in our nine years of marriage. We have been on a long journey to figure out the cause of infertility. Along the way, we have learned that I am dealing with painful endometriosis and something called MTHFR. I sought answers from my primary care…
1/2 cup cooked quinoa 3 tbsp chia seeds 1 cup unsweetened almond or coconut milk ½ tsp vanilla ½ cup rinsed berries of choice 1/2 banana, sliced 2 tbsp crushed walnuts 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds 2 tbsp almond or sun butter 1 tbsp raw honey Stir together cooked quinoa, chia seeds, almond (or coconut) milk,…
My readers know that certain articles strike me as critical. Seeing numerous children in our clinic for the primary complaint of behavioral challenges means that I talk with numerous guilt-ridden parents. Guilty because they can’t fine the key to make their child better- to make them NOT difficult. By the time they see me, they…
Autism – its one of the day’s great debates. Many spend their time arguing about whether vaccines or some toxin has created the epidemic. Others search for the magic gene convinced that genetics or epigenetics can explain it all. None of these avenues are wrong or fruitless as understanding origins may lead to therapies. Yet,…
My story started in February 2016 when I experienced severe diarrhea, cramping, and jaundice. I was always curious about functional medicine, as I started the journey to figuring out what was wrong with me by visiting a GI doc at Nashville-based St. Thomas
This consumer reports article reveals a dark side in supplements, contamination. Our whole world seems caught up in toxins. Why would we be surprised that our protein powders might have some metals or other toxins? These protein powders originate from plant or animal sources living in those same toxins. They will pick up some toxins…
I know that many of you feel bombarded with the insanity of our healthcare system. Much of my time is spent caring for those who have not found health in the broken system; or sharing what I learn about functional medicine so that it may help others. Now, I ask something in return for Sanctuary…