Functional Medicine &
Longevity Insights
Clinical perspectives on hormone health, peptide therapy, metabolic wellness, gut health, and healthy aging — written for patients who want to understand the science behind their care, not just the summary.
How Long Does Hormone Pellet Therapy Last and What Should You Expect?
Hormone pellets deliver steady bioidentical hormones for 3–6 months from a single insertion. Dr. Katherine Ortiz explains how pellet therapy works, how long it lasts, and what the insertion experience... ...more
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September 21, 2026•5 min read
What Is the DUTCH Test — and Why Is It Better Than a Standard Blood Panel?
The DUTCH test measures hormone metabolites in dried urine — showing not just your hormone levels, but how your body is processing them. Dr. Katherine Ortiz explains what the DUTCH test reveals that s... ...more
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September 14, 2026•5 min read
What Is High-Dose IV Vitamin C Therapy and Is It Worth It?
IV vitamin C delivers doses impossible to achieve orally — bypassing gut absorption limits to flood cells with antioxidant support. Dr. Katherine Ortiz explains the benefits, uses, and who it's right ... ...more
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September 07, 2026•5 min read
What Is PT-141 — and How Does It Work for Low Libido?
PT-141 (bremelanotide) is a peptide that works through the nervous system to restore sexual desire in men and women — not by increasing blood flow, but by activating desire at the brain level. Dr. Kat... ...more
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August 31, 2026•5 min read
Semaglutide vs. Tirzepatide: Which Is Better for Weight Loss?
Semaglutide and tirzepatide are both GLP-1 medications — but they work differently and produce different results. Dr. Katherine Ortiz compares both and explains which patients may do better on each at... ...more
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August 24, 2026•6 min read
What Is BPC-157 — and What Does It Actually Do?
BPC-157 is a peptide derived from a protein in gastric juice that promotes tendon, muscle, ligament, and gut healing. Dr. Katherine Ortiz explains how BPC-157 works and who it's for at DNA Wellness in... ...more
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August 17, 2026•5 min read
