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Low-Dose Naltrexone (LDN) Titration: Why "Start Low and Go Slow" Isn’t Always Enough

Yoon Hang Kim, MD, MPH Board-Certified in Preventive Medicine & Integrative & Functional Medicine March 2026 ⚠ MEDICAL DISCLAIMER This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Low-dose naltrexone (LDN) is an off-label therapy. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting, adjusting, or discontinuing any

IV Vit C

Intravenous Vitamin C with Chemotherapy: Evidence, Protocols, and Practical Guidance for the Integrative Oncology Practitioner

Yoon Hang Kim, MD, MPH • Direct Integrative Care • March 2026 MEDICAL DISCLAIMER This article is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Intravenous vitamin C remains investigational for cancer treatment and should not replace standard oncologic therapy. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before initiating

Intravenous Vitamin C in Oncology: From Pauling to Pharmacologic Ascorbate A Comprehensive Review of Mechanisms, Evidence, Protocols, and Clinical Considerations

MEDICAL DISCLAIMER This article is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Intravenous vitamin C therapy should only be administered under the direct supervision of a qualified healthcare provider. Patients considering IVC therapy should discuss potential benefits, risks, and interactions

Sick Building Syndrome: When Your Workplace Makes You Sick

⚠ MEDICAL DISCLAIMER This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment of any medical condition. By Yoon Hang (John) Kim, MD, MPH, ABPM Board-Certified in Preventive Medicine | Integrative & Functional Medicine | Root Cause Medicine Osher Fellow,

Lyme

Uncommon Symptoms of Tick-Borne Diseases:Clinical Summary with Verified References

Yoon Hang Kim, MD, MPH Board-Certified, Preventive & Integrative Medicine | Direct Integrative Care | Hill Country Integrative Medicine Reference verification completed March 2026 Reference Verification Legend [VERIFIED] — Claim directly confirmed by a peer-reviewed PubMed-indexed article or authoritative CDC/AAO source. [SUPPORTED] — Claim consistent with the literature but dependent on clinical/LLMD

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The Cost of Constant Go-Go-Go: What Chronic Busyness Really Does to Your Body — and What to Do About It

By Yoon Hang Kim, MD, MPH Board Certified, Preventive Medicine | Board Certified, Integrative & Holistic Medicine Certified Medical Acupuncturist (UCLA) | Osher Fellow (University of Arizona) | IFM Scholar Medical Disclaimer: This article is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. It is not intended to replace

LDN, Cortisol, Adaptogens, Titration Strategies, Ketosis, and Methylene Blue: An Integrative Clinical Perspective

Yoon Hang Kim, MD, MPH Board-Certified in Preventive Medicine Osher Fellow, University of Arizona Integrative Medicine Fellowship | www.directintegrativecare.com MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: This article is intended for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The information presented here reflects clinical observations and a

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LDN, Emotional Distress, Neuropathy, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and Mitochondrial Support:

One of the most frequent questions I encounter in clinical practice is whether low-dose naltrexone (LDN) can worsen anxiety. The short answer is yes—it can happen, though the mechanism is more nuanced than a simple side effect.

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Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches to Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS): Bridging Ancient Frameworks and Modern Autonomic Science

Medical Disclaimer: This article is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) approaches described herein should be pursued only under the guidance of qualified, licensed practitioners. POTS is a complex medical condition requiring proper diagnosis and management by a physician. Nothing

March 13 6:30 pm CST LDN Dosing, Endorphin Depletion, and Emotional Side Effects

Medical Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Low-dose naltrexone should be prescribed and monitored by a qualified healthcare provider. Do not adjust your medication without consulting your physician. By Yoon Hang Kim, MD, MPH Board-Certified in Preventive Medicine and Integrative & Holistic

EDS

Supplements for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome:An Evidence-Informed Nutritional Support

Disclaimer: This article is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The supplement and nutritional strategies discussed here are drawn from the published literature and clinical experience but should not replace individualized guidance from a qualified healthcare provider. Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is a complex, multisystem condition,

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Curcumin and Boswellia for Musculoskeletal Pain: What the Clinical Trial Evidence Actually Shows

Curcumin and Boswellia for Musculoskeletal Pain: What the Clinical Trial Evidence Actually Shows Yoon Hang Kim, MD, MPH Board-Certified in Preventive Medicine | Integrative & Functional Medicine Osher Fellow University of Arizona, Integrative Medicine Fellowship | IFM Scholarship Recipient directintegrativecare.com Medical Disclaimer This article is for educational and informational purposes only

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