New Study Shows Waist Circumference and Body Fat Tell the Real Story Two people can weigh the same, have the same BMI, but be con be total opposite when it comes to their risk of chronic disease and death. This is a common scenario and something I see daily in my clinic. A new study…
What if Crohn’s disease isn’t only about inflammation, but about broken repair systems and misfiring immune signals? Dr. Troy Jackson uses a precision medicine approach to help patients better understand chronic inflammatory conditions like Crohn’s disease. In one recent case study, a woman with long-standing Crohn’s disease reached objective remission after years of struggle. Using…
If you’ve made it to Week 4 of our health challenge, first of all — well done! By now, you’ve likely noticed something important: real health change isn’t about one perfect habit. It’s about building a foundation that supports everything else. That’s exactly why this week’s focus is sleep. Sleep is often the first thing…
As we move into Week 3 of the Health Challenge, our focus shifts to movement. Exercise plays a vital role in how the body adapts, heals, and functions. This week’s goal is to approach exercise as medicine and use intentional, supportive movement rather than intensity for intensity’s sake. Why Exercise Is More Than Just Movement…
If you’ve made it to Week 2 of our 4-Week Health Challenge, you’re already doing something powerful: paying attention to what´s best for your body, not just today, but long-term. This week, we’re focusing on fiber. It’s not flashy. It doesn’t come with dramatic before-and-after photos. But it is one of the most impactful nutrients…
Hydration is one of the most powerful—and most overlooked—foundations of good health. At Authentic Health in Asheville, North Carolina, we’re kicking off our four-week health challenge by focusing on something that affects every system in your body: proper hydration. Whether your goal is more energy, better digestion, clearer thinking, or improved metabolic health, it all…
Most New Year’s resolutions fail not because of a lack of motivation but because of a lack of a plan. In this video, Dr. Troy Jackson breaks down a simple, physician-tested framework to help you create health changes that actually stick. Instead of relying on willpower or perfection, we focus on clarity, identity, and consistency…
Dr. Gus Vickery’s TEDx Talk on Holistic Care & Medical Transparency Most people are chasing symptoms while missing the foundation. Our very own Dr. Vickery was asked to give TEDx talk at Wake Forest precisely on this, highlighting why nutrient deficiencies and insufficiencies are one of the most overlooked—but most powerful—levers in health. Modern diets,…
If you’re dealing with PCOS, insulin resistance, hormone imbalance, or unexplained metabolic symptoms, understanding the root causes is essential. At Authentic Health Partners, we focus on helping you move beyond symptom management and toward meaningful, lasting metabolic change. In our latest video and podcast episode, Dr. Gus Vickery and Dr. Troy Jackson dive deep into…
The FDA Changed Its Warning. Does That Mean You Should Rethink Menopause Hormone Therapy? Menopause can be a rough experience for many women: Maybe you’re noticing hot flashes, mood swings, or sudden changes with how your clothes are fitting and are trying to figure out what the heck is going on. You talk with your…
