In this episode of Functional Medicine with Dr. Howard Robins, we focus on how to prevent and treat flu and colds safely and effectively using natural medicine.The flu (influenza) is a contagious respiratory illness that infects the nose, throat, and lungs—causing fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, and fatigue. Symptoms often come on suddenly and can range from mild to severe, sometimes leading to hospitalization or even death, especially in people with weakened immune systems.A common cold is caused by many different viruses, most often rhinoviruses. While usually milder, colds can weaken the immune system, making you more vulnerable to catching the flu.Dr. Robins explains the critical differences between colds and flu, why conventional approaches often fall short, and how to strengthen your immune system using proven, natural strategies. This episode is dedicated to prevention first, while also covering effective treatments once symptoms begin.👉 Subscribe for more expert insights from Dr. Howard Robin @DoctorHowardRobins

In this in-depth episode of Functional Medicine with Dr. Howard Robins, we explore Prolozone Therapy—a powerful, regenerative treatment that uses oxygen-ozone to help the body repair joints, ligaments, tendons, and chronic pain conditions.Dr. Robins breaks down: • What Prolozone therapy is and how it works • Why ozone can accelerate tissue repair • The difference between Prolotherapy and Prolozone • Why many conventional pain treatments fail • How oxygen utilization affects injury healing • The role of circulation, inflammation, and cellular regeneration • Real clinical cases from decades of practice • How Prolozone helps with arthritis, back pain, sports injuries, cartilage damage, and more • Why some practitioners get poor results — and how to do it correctlyThis episode is essential listening for anyone dealing with chronic pain, joint degeneration, sports injuries, or failed traditional treatments—as well as those curious about how ozone-based medicine supports recovery and long-term healing.👉 Subscribe for more expert insights from Dr. Howard Robin @DoctorHowardRobins

In this episode of Functional Medicine with Dr. Howard Robins, we take a deep dive into C. diff infections (Clostridioides difficile)—a serious and often misunderstood condition affecting the gut. Many patients suffer for months or years due to misdiagnosis, antibiotic overuse, relapse, and poor conventional treatment outcomes.Dr. Robins explains: • What C. diff is and how it develops • Why antibiotics often make the condition worse • How the gut microbiome becomes damaged • Why patients frequently relapse • How to recognize symptoms early • The functional medicine approach to restoring gut health • The role of ozone therapy in successfully treating resistant or long-term cases • How living probiotics support recovery and prevent recurrenceIf you or a loved one has struggled with chronic digestive issues, repeated infections, or unresolved gut inflammation, this episode offers life-changing insight.👉 Subscribe for more expert insights from Dr. Howard Robins ‪@DoctorHowardRobins‬