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3 Supplements for 🤧Temporary Immune Support
When we talk about "temporary" immune support, we’re referring to supplements that may help reduce the duration or severity of sickness when taken early—ideally, during the first few days of feeling unwell. While no single nutrient or herb can work magic, some options are worth having on hand.
Three Steps to Fight Fall Fatigue
As the days grow shorter and the chill of late fall sets in, adjusting our daily routines can make a world of difference for both energy and mood.
Here are three tips to stay energized, active, and nourished during this time of year.
5 Facts About Skin Health Most Doctors Won’t Tell You
While external skincare products play a prominent role in skin health, true radiance starts from within. The skin is often a mirror of our internal health, and taking a holistic approach can reveal the root causes behind common skin concerns. Here are five little-known but powerful facts about skin health that could change the way you care for your skin from the inside out.
Three Tips for Healthy Estrogen Metabolism
Not All Estrogens Are Equal You may have heard that estrogen fuels breast cancer risk, but it’s more complicated than that.
Estrogen - whether made in the body or taken in externally from hormone therapy - is metabolized through pathways in the liver, forming estrogen metabolites. Estrogen metabolites interact with genetics, liver enzymes, antioxidants, and other biochemical pathways to ultimately influence breast cancer risk.
Six Reasons Your Hormones Might Be Out of Whack
When we think about female hormones, estrogen and progesterone usually come to mind first. But here’s the thing—they’re only part of the story. If you’re experiencing period problems - yes, it MIGHT be your hormones. AND ALSO your hormones might be out of balance for other reasons.
The Role of Thyroid in the Hormone Dance
When it comes to health, the thyroid often takes center stage. But rarely is a thyroid issue isolated to just the thyroid. The thyroid's function is intricately linked to other hormones produced in the brain, adrenal glands, ovaries, and pancreas.
Five Ways to Support Conversion of T4 to T3
Your thyroid gland makes thyroid hormone in the form of T4, which is then converted into the more active T3 hormone. What you need to know is that T3 hormone is far more potent and active than T4 hormone in your body. If this conversion of T4 to T3 is sluggish, you may feel the effects of low thyroid function even if T4 levels are within the normal range.
Optimizing Thyroid Health - Get the Right Testing
Many conventional practitioners rely solely on TSH to evaluate thyroid health, which may lead to missed diagnoses. I often see new patients who display classic symptoms of low thyroid function but have been told their thyroid tests are "normal." A comprehensive thyroid panel often reveals underlying issues.
A Crash Course in the Blood Sugar Crash
Ready for a crash course in exactly what happens at the cellular level when you eat too much sugar at once?
Blood Sugar Myths & Facts
Healthy blood sugar regulation is essential for energy, mood, brain function, heart health, immunity, and whole-body wellness.
So, which of these blood sugar myths have you heard (or believed)?
Preventing Summer Blood Sugar Sabotage
You don’t have to be diabetic to benefit from paying attention to your blood sugar. Healthy blood sugar regulation is essential for energy, mood, brain function, heart health, immunity, and whole-body wellness.
In addition to eating a healthy balance of macronutrients and getting regular exercise, there are several other factors you should be aware of to keep your blood sugar balanced and feel your best this summe
Five Reasons Women Should Supplement with CREATINE
Creatine is not just for bodybuilders.
Whether you're aiming to boost your performance, build strength, or improve recovery, creatine is an extensively researched and low-risk supplement with amazing benefits for women of all ages.
Broken Metabolism? It Could Be Your Gut.
Are you trying to get answers to what you feel is a broken metabolism?
While many factors play into metabolic health, research shows that one critical factor is GUT health.
More Evidence of the Safety of Menopause Hormone Therapy
The benefits of hormone therapy for the treatment of menopause symptoms outweigh the risks. This is the conclusion of an analysis based on 2 decades of follow-up data from the landmark Women’s Health Initiative (WHI). Read to learn more!
GLP—1 Agonists & Weight Management - My Approach
By now, you have probably heard of GLP-1 agonists, like the popular semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound). With the epidemic of overweight and obesity in our country, I cannot ignore the compelling data on GLP-1 agonists and weight loss. That being said, I have one concern that stands out when considering this class of medication - read my blog to learn more.
Sauna Boosts the Benefits of Exercise
Do you have access to a sauna? If yes, then listen up. Because a new study has found that routine sauna use after exercise is superior to exercise alone when it comes to major cardiovascular risk factors The study (published in the American Journal of Physiology, 2022) involved adults who were relatively sedentary and had at least one cardiovascular risk factor (like high blood pressure or cholesterol).
Nutrient Spotlight: Glutathione
Glutathione is one of the most important molecules you need to stay healthy and prevent disease. Glutathione is a powerful antioxidant in every cell of your body. It is often called the “master” antioxidant due to its important role in a number of processes
Everyday Detoxification
You don’t have to follow a strict cleanse to support detoxification in your body.
Everyday detoxification can benefit anyone for sustained health. The steps may seem simple, but when combined, they can have a powerful effect on overall health and well-being.
Toxic Overload: Symptoms to Look For & Tips for Healthy Detoxification
Most of us don’t realize just how hard our bodies work every day to process and eliminate toxins. Whether we notice it or not, our internal detoxification systems—primarily the liver, kidneys, gut, and skin—are constantly filtering out toxins to keep us healthy and balanced. When those detox pathways function well, we feel our best. But when the load becomes too much, toxins can build up, leading to symptoms that can be hard to ignore.
Nutrients for Mitochondrial Health
Optimizing your mitochondrial function means you are giving your body the advantage of efficient energy production. That means potential benefits for your brain, heart, muscles, and more. Here are some top nutrients known to support mitochondrial health.
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