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Methylene Blue in Functional and Integrative Medicine: Mechanisms, Dosing Debates, and Clinical Considerations An Evidence-Based Review for Clinicians and Patients

Yoon Hang Kim, MD, MPH Board-Certified in Preventive Medicine | Integrative & FunctionalMedicine Physician  |  www.directintegrativecare.com March 2026 Disclaimer: This article is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Methylene blue should only be used under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider. Most applications discussed

The Endorphin Depletion Hypothesis in CFS/ME

Chronic Pain, Non-Restorative Sleep, and Brain Fog as a Self-Reinforcing Cycle By Yoon Hang “John” Kim, MD, MPH Board-Certified Integrative Medicine Physician | Direct Integrative Care Abstract Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) is a complex, multi-system illness that remains a diagnosis of exclusion. While its etiology is incompletely understood,

Understanding CFS/ME: Diagnosis, the SHINE Approach, and the Promise of Low-Dose Naltrexone

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) and Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) remain among the most misunderstood, underdiagnosed, and poorly managed conditions in modern medicine.

Electrostimulation-Based Scalp Acupuncture for Depression: A Review of the Evidence

Yoon Hang Kim, MD, MPH Board Certified in Preventive Medicine Diplomate of American Board of Medical Acupuncture Diplomate of American Board of Holistic & Integrative Medicine Abstract Depression remains a leading cause of disability worldwide, and a substantial proportion of patients do not achieve adequate remission with first-line pharmacotherapy or

Saturday 2/21/2026 SKOOL LIVE TRASNSCRIPT: CRPS and complex conditions

1:11pm I tried LDN several times and stopped because it felt like too much. Then I read about people who are very medication-sensitive — low endorphin, nervous-system dysregulated types — and that sounds like me. It’s developed into chronic pain. I’m very deconditioned. There’s swelling and discoloration. Both

Autoimmune Diets, Ketosis, and Low-Dose Naltrexone:A Layered Strategy for Immune Modulation

Autoimmune Diets, Ketosis, and Low-Dose Naltrexone:A Layered Strategy for Immune Modulation

Transcript 2/20/2026 Skool Live

7:25pm 321. Recording. So what a great great question. I think this is from Nicholas. The spin off phenol Alan help raising endorphins? So it's a little, I think, not not straightforward because I think that we we think that I think that the phenylalanine, pyroxene, those

Low-Dose Naltrexone: What It Is, How It Works, and Why Your Doctor May Not Have Mentioned It: A Plain-Language Guide from a Physician Who’s Prescribed It for Over 20 Years

LDN represents something powerful.

The Hidden Toxin Release of Menopause: What Your Bones Have Been Storing

How Postmenopausal Bone Loss Mobilizes Lead and Other Heavy Metals Into the Bloodstream By Yoon Hang Kim, MD, MPH Board-Certified Preventive Medicine | Integrative & Functional Medicine | LDN Research Trust Presenter When I talk with women navigating perimenopause and menopause, the conversation usually centers on hot flashes, mood changes, sleep disruption,

Keeping LDN Support Groups Safe on Facebook: LDN SUPPORT GROUP Playbook

Keeping Our Community Safe & Thriving A Comprehensive Strategy Guide for Content Compliance, Moderation & Platform Resilience Prepared by Dr. Yoon-Hang Kim February 2026 Executive Summary The LDN Support Group is one of the oldest and most established Low Dose Naltrexone communities on Facebook with over 8,000 members. This

The Three Roles of Low Dose Naltrexone in Dr. Kim’s Practice

By Yoon Hang Kim, MD, MPH, FAAMA When a patient asked me to look into Low Dose Naltrexone for her autoimmune condition back in 2015, I had no idea that moment would reshape the way I practice medicine. What I found was a medication with a remarkable safety profile, an

Beyond Functional Medicine SIBO Treatment - Root Cause Medicine Approach

A Step-by-Step Guide to Lasting Relief Important Disclaimer This handout is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment plan. What Is SIBO? SIBO stands for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. Normally, relatively few bacteria live