ADHD in adults: what it means, common signs, and whole-body support

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is not just a childhood condition. Many adults live with undiagnosed ADHD, or they notice symptoms change with work, parenting, and life stress. If you have ever wondered why focus, follow-through, or time management feel harder than they should, you are not alone. This guide explains how ADHD can present in adults, […]
PCOS / PMOS root-cause guide: best functional labs, fertility support, and natural healing options

PCOS / PMOS can feel confusing and frustrating. You may be told to “wait and see,” start birth control, or try Metformin without a clear plan. There is another way. By identifying your unique drivers and working step by step, many women see more regular cycles, clearer skin, improved energy, and better fertility outcomes. At […]
Compassionate, integrative support for autism in Chicago and beyond: naturopathic care with Dr. Galina ND

Raising a child with autism takes heart, stamina, and a village. You might already have a trusted pediatrician and a strong therapy team, yet still sense there are underlying physical imbalances making daily life harder than it has to be. Sleep struggles, digestive discomfort, picky eating, afternoon crashes, or frequent meltdowns can all have physiologic […]
PCOS/PMOS Explained: What the Name Change Means, How It Affects Your Cycle, and Supportive Next Steps

PCOS is now also described as PMOS. PMOS stands for Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome, a term introduced in The Lancet to better reflect that PCOS involves multiple hormone systems and metabolic factors, not only the ovaries. You will continue to see both names used together over the next few years as patients and clinicians align […]
From Preconception to Pediatrics: How Dr. Galina, ND Supports Your Whole Family’s Health in Chicago and Beyond

You may have first connected with a naturopathic doctor while trying to conceive, looking for answers, support, and a more holistic path forward. Then came pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and now your child’s health needs your attention. What many families do not realize is that this care does not need to stop or start over. Dr. […]
Compassionate, Integrative Support for Autism in Chicago

Many parents work tirelessly to support their child on the autism spectrum, coordinating therapies, advocating in school settings, and creating supportive home environments. Even with these efforts, you may feel there are underlying physical factors affecting your child’s behavior, sleep, digestion, focus, and communication. This is where a root-cause, integrative approach can help. Dr. Galina, […]
Holistic Pediatrics in Chicago: Gut Health and Eczema in Children

If your child is struggling with eczema, you have likely tried creams, lotions, and perhaps even restrictive diets, only to see temporary relief or constant flare-ups. It can feel frustrating and exhausting. What many parents are not told is that your child’s skin and gut are deeply connected. When the digestive system is out of […]
Holistic ADHD support for children in Chicago: natural alternatives to help focus, behavior, and mood

If your child is wrestling with inattention, big feelings, or behavior ups and downs, you are not alone. Many families are told to “watch and wait,” or offered a label and a prescription before anyone looks deeper. There is another path. At Dr. Galina’s practice, we focus on root causes that can mimic or worsen […]