Dr. Crystal A. Young-Wilson

10/16/2026

Happy Halloween Season from MDVIP!
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10/01/2026

Now that it’s October, we’ll start seeing less sunlight, which can trigger depression in some people. Many people in my practice struggle with fall or winter blues. If you’re one of them, here are five tips that can help.
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When fall and winter days draw in and it gets increasingly dark earlier in the late afternoon, you may start to feel moody, even gloomy, sluggish, lacking in energy, slower to function and more tired. If you feel this way and have not been diagnosed with clinical depression, you’re likely one of t...

09/27/2026

Cold and flu season is approaching. Now’s the time to strengthen your immune system. This means getting enough sleep, exercising, managing stress and eating a healthy diet. Yes, supplements are an option, but I prefer that my patients get their nutrients from food. Here’s what you need to know.

Discover what foods you may be consuming that are harmful to your diet. Explore how to get more nutrients to support your immune system. Learn more.

09/25/2026

You’ve probably heard the term cognitive impairment. Sadly, many of my patients are experiencing some cognitive impairment. You may not realize that there are different types of impairment. Here’s a brief overview. If you’re concerned, we can talk about it the next time you’re in the office. https://bit.ly/4Awm2jg

Learn more about the different types of cognitive impairments and how these brain health issues can impair a person’s ability to function.

09/17/2026

Many of my patients use home fragrances. I get it – candles, oils, and plug-ins can make your house smell like fresh laundry, vanilla, or even chocolate chip cookies. But are they safe? There are doubts. Fragrances can comprise thousands of chemicals, many of which are considered toxic. Here’s what you need to know.
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Who doesn’t love coming home to a house that smells like chocolate chip cookies? Or fresh herbs like lavender? You can even recreate your favorite scent memories like the beloved white tea-cedar-vanilla scent made famous by The Westin Hotel and Resorts in your own home.

09/15/2026

I’ve talked to quite a few of my patients about following a plant-based diet, and of course, I’ll get pushback. Most people don’t want a diet limited to leafy green veggies and fruits. But you can embrace a plant-based diet that allows for some animal-based products, such as meat and dairy. Here’s how that works.

Following a plant-based diet doesn’t mean existing on leafy green veggies and fruit alone — and it definitely does not require you to follow a strict vegan diet.You can embrace a plant-based diet that allows for meats, dairy and other animal-based foods in limitation. For example, you could repl...

09/11/2026

On the 25th anniversary of September 11, we reflect on the victims and their families.

09/09/2026

Experience better responsiveness, availability, and on-time appointments in my practice.

Learn about the MDVIP approach to patient centered primary care. Discover the benefits of seeing private doctors and being part of the MDVIP wellness program.

09/08/2026

Many of my patients are struggling with gut health issues, so I talk to them about adding prebiotic and probiotic foods to their diets to help promote gut health. If you would like to learn more about foods that encourage gut health, watch this video.
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Foods That Encourage Gut Health Over the last few years, you’ve probably heard a lot about gut health and the microbiome – the collection of bacteria and other microorganisms that live in our gut. Science is just starting to understand the importance of multiplying the good bacteria in our gut, ...

09/04/2026

For years, I’ve encouraged my patients to adopt the Mediterranean style of eating, which includes olive oil. However, olive oil consumption practically doubled between 1990 and 2021. In response, brands began offering olive oil at different price points and styles to keep up with demand. The number of varieties has made it difficult to select the most appropriate olive oil for you. Here are some tips to make buying olive oil easier.

You may have noticed how big the olive oil section of your supermarket has become. Olive oil consumption almost doubled from 1990 to 2021, and brands are offering olive oil at different price points and styles to keep up with the demand.Its popularity as a cooking oil began taking off in the 1980s a...