Varsha Rathod, M.D.
Dr. Varsha Rathod is a Board Certified Rheumatologist and Internist. Preventive Medicine has focused on a combination of traditional and holistic medicine since 1967. For more information about alternative solutions, visit http://www.preventivemedicinestl.com or call 314-997-5403.
Articles by this Author
From Fatigue to Vitality...The Hormone Connection
- By Varsha Rathod, M.D.
- Published 12/11/2011
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From Fatigue To Vitality…
The Hormone Health Connection
Depression, fatigue, chronic pain, weight gain, and anxiety are among the most common complaints of patients seen in my office I hear these symptoms described on a daily basis
Understanding Your Immune System
- By Varsha Rathod, M.D.
- Published 12/11/2011
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Cold weather has finally made its way to the Midwest Winter conditions set up an environment that weakens our immune system and we become more prone to the flu’, cold, bronchitis, pneumonia, and other illnesses
Do You Know What You Are Eating?
- By Varsha Rathod, M.D.
- Published 12/11/2011
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With our busy lives, many of us eat drive thru’ meals, skip meals, or rely on packaged foods to provide our bodies with nutrients Its easy to assume that the foods we purchase are going to be good for us
Take Back Your Life!
- By Varsha Rathod, M.D.
- Published 12/11/2011
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Five months ago, a new patient came to my office with complaints of depression, memory loss, severe fatigue and occasional suicidal thoughts The patient tried numerous prescription medications that did not help and was desperate to function in life again
Improving Digestive Wellness a Doorway to Better Health
- By Varsha Rathod, M.D.
- Published 12/11/2011
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The holiday season can tempt us to stray from our thoughtful diet routines However, we can change our mindset and view this time as an opportunity to build new and healthier traditions
Should I Get the Flu Shot?
- By Varsha Rathod, M.D.
- Published 12/8/2011
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Winter 2009 Flu Update
Have you ever woke up and felt a tickle in your throat, heaviness behind your eyes, drippy nose, or maybe an ear ache I’m sure you recognize these as pre-symptoms of the cold or flu
Movement for the Mind, Body, & Soul
- By Varsha Rathod, M.D.
- Published 12/8/2011
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Movement of your body to music, or a ‘heldstretch’, exercises muscle control and sensory perception This kind of thoughtful movement works both sides of the brain as well as the frontal lobes
