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Rust in the Blood: Iron, Oxidation, and the Hidden Fires of Aging
Iron is life’s paradox—vital for oxygen and strength, yet a spark for the fires of aging. This blog explores how balance, not fear, determines whether iron heals or harms.
Dr. Howard A. Friedman MD, founder of HHOM LLC
Sep 145 min read


Medicine as Detective Work
Medicine is detective work—listening to stories, gathering evidence, and finding patterns where tests fall short. Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, and Tinnitus reveal how patient narratives guide diagnosis when clues are hidden.
Dr. Howard A. Friedman MD, founder of HHOM LLC
Sep 124 min read


The Immune Network – Inflammation, Acceptance, and the Serenity We Seek
The immune system is not just a system but a lifelong network shaped by stress, worry, and experiences. This blog explores how inflammation becomes both shield and saboteur — and why acceptance and balance are key to finding serenity.
Dr. Howard A. Friedman MD, founder of HHOM LLC
Sep 115 min read


The Cost of Mistrust
Trust holds families, communities, and nations together. When mistrust takes its place, stress rises, cooperation collapses, and division grows. This blog explores how mistrust shapes medicine, climate action, and violence—and why rebuilding trust is our most urgent work.
Dr. Howard A. Friedman MD, founder of HHOM LLC
Sep 107 min read


Gravity’s Pull: How Weight and Posture Shape Chronic Pain
Gravity never lets go. It steadies us but also wears us down—compressing joints, straining muscles, and shaping chronic pain. This blog explores how posture, strength, and weight determine whether gravity grounds us or breaks us.
Dr. Howard A. Friedman MD, founder of HHOM LLC
Sep 106 min read


Time as Treatment: The Slow Medicine We Forget
Time is not wasted in healing—it is the treatment itself. This blog explores why slowing down, honoring biology, and respecting patience restores health.
Dr. Howard A. Friedman MD, founder of HHOM LLC
Sep 65 min read


Hydration as Medicine
Water is the body’s oldest medicine. From protecting kidneys to sharpening the mind, hydration remains the forgotten prescription for health and healing.
Dr. Howard A. Friedman MD, founder of HHOM LLC
Sep 59 min read


Magnetic Fields and the Body: What We Carry, What We Can’t See
We are electric beings inside Earth’s magnetic cocoon, where vibration, resonance, and unseen currents influence healing and health.
Dr. Howard A. Friedman MD, founder of HHOM LLC
Sep 47 min read


Love or Fear: The Only Two Choices That Matter
Life’s choices boil down to two forces: love or fear. One expands and heals, the other contracts and drains. This blog explores how choosing love restores health and meaning.
Dr. Howard A. Friedman MD, founder of HHOM LLC
Sep 35 min read


The Cooled and the Cooked: Veterans and Extreme Heat in America
Veterans and extreme heat reveal America’s divide: some find relief in cool air, while others face illness, strain, and silence in the heat.
Dr. Howard A. Friedman MD, founder of HHOM LLC
Sep 35 min read


The Biology of Betrayal: When the System Doesn’t Listen
Betrayal leaves scars in more than memory—it reshapes biology. Learn how mistrust triggers inflammation, slows healing, and why trust is medicine
Dr. Howard A. Friedman MD, founder of HHOM LLC
Aug 286 min read


Sleep Trackers and Snake Oil- What is the Hype?
Sleep trackers promise deep insights, but are they science or snake oil? Discover what these devices can—and can’t—measure, why sleep scores often mislead, and what truly restores rest for veterans and civilians alike.
Dr. Howard A. Friedman MD, founder of HHOM LLC
Aug 245 min read


Noise Without End: When Chronic Distraction Becomes a Cage
Distraction feels harmless—but chronic distraction blocks healing and feeds stress. For veterans, the cost runs deeper than lost focus.
Dr. Howard A. Friedman MD, founder of HHOM LLC
Aug 234 min read


Living With Chronic Pain: How to Manage Symptoms and Improve Quality of Life
Chronic pain affects over 166 million Americans, reshaping lives and health. Learn how chronic pain management can restore function, reduce symptoms, and improve quality of life.
Dr. Howard A. Friedman MD, founder of HHOM LLC
Aug 134 min read


VA Disability Claim Nexus Letter: A Veteran’s Song
he VA says veterans only need to prove a service connection is ‘as likely as not’ to win a claim — but reality often tells a harder story. Here’s how a strong Nexus Letter can turn the tide for your VA disability case.
Dr. Howard A. Friedman MD, founder of HHOM LLC
Aug 134 min read


Poor Posture in Veterans: The Hidden Health Costs
Poor posture carries a silent cost, especially for veterans. Years of service, heavy gear, and untreated injuries leave lasting marks on health. Learn how to reclaim strength and reduce inflammation one small change at a time
Dr. Howard A. Friedman MD, founder of HHOM LLC
Aug 46 min read


Letters That Speak-The Art and Responsibility Behind a Nexus Letter
Every VA claim tells a story—but a Nexus Letter gives it a voice. This blog explains how the right words from the right doctor can change everything.
Dr. Howard A. Friedman MD, founder of HHOM LLC
Jul 274 min read


Military Trauma and Chronic Illness: The Hidden Health Consequences
Chronic illness in veterans often begins with trauma—combat, sexual assault, toxic exposure, and isolation. This blog explores the hidden biology of war and the role of the Nexus Letter in bringing truth to light.
Dr. Howard A. Friedman MD, founder of HHOM LLC
Jul 194 min read


The Day the Noise Changed My Brain: Noise-Induced Inflammation and Veteran Health
When sound becomes stress, the body pays the price. Explore how noise-induced inflammation affects veterans—and how healing begins.
Dr. Howard A. Friedman MD, founder of HHOM LLC
Jul 124 min read


Veteran Heart Health: Your Heart After War and the Hidden Risks
Veteran heart health isn’t just about cholesterol—it’s about the lasting effects of stress, sleep loss, and toxic exposures. Discover what your heart may be carrying—and how to protect it.
Dr. Howard A. Friedman MD, founder of HHOM LLC
Jul 105 min read
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