Holiday Eating Without Guilt: A Functional Medicine Guide You can enjoy holiday foods AND protect your metabolism, you just need a strategy. Here’s how to eat well during Christmas week without sacrificing your health or your goals. 1. Eat protein before every party Protein reduces cravings by 40-60% and keeps you full. Examples: eggs, chicken, […]
How to Keep Your Hormones Balanced During the Holiday Season December brings joy—but it also brings stress, sugar, late nights, travel, and routines that get thrown off overnight. For many people, especially women, this season can trigger hormone imbalances that show up as: Fatigue Belly weight gain Mood swings Poor sleep Cravings Bloating Feeling “wired […]
Most people think blood sugar problems only matter if you’ve already been diagnosed with diabetes. But the truth is, blood sugar swings affect energy, mood, cravings, sleep, and long-term health – even long before labs show a problem. From morning coffee drinks to holiday parties, it’s easy for glucose levels to jump around this time of […]
As the holidays approach, it’s easy to get caught up in the sweets, stress, and busyness of the season. But for those living with Type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, this time of year can be especially challenging. The good news? You can still enjoy the season while keeping your blood sugar (and your energy) steady. At Mind […]
October is National Dental Hygiene Month, and while brushing and flossing may seem routine, your oral health plays a much bigger role in your overall wellness than you might think. The Mouth as a Window to the Body You mouth is home to hundreds of types of bacteria: some beneficial, others harmful. When oral bacteria become […]
October is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to focus on the connection between our mind and body. Mental wellness isn’t just about emotions—it’s deeply tied to our physical health, nutrition, hormones, and even gut balance. At our clinic, we take an integrative approach to help you feel your best from the inside out. The […]
September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, a time to highlight the importance of helping children develop healthy habits early in life. With busy schedules, fast food options, and endless screen time, it can feel overwhelming for families to stay on track; but small, consistent choices make a big difference. Functional and integrative medicine looks at the […]
September is Healthy Aging Month, a reminder that growing older doesn’t have to mean slowing down. Many of the aches, fatigue, and health challenges we often accept as “just aging” are actually signals from the body that something is out of balance. Functional medicine takes a proactive, whole-body approach to help you age with energy, clarity, […]
Fall’s around the corner: sweater weather, pumpkin spice, but also ragweed and mold. If autumn allergies usually hit hard, this post is for you, let’s help you get ahead naturally. 1. Support Your Gut & Immune System Since around 70% of your immune system lives in your gut, building a healthy gut barrier is key: […]
Natural Ways to Stay Healthy as the School Year Begins As kids head back to school, they’re exposed to more germs, new routines, and the stress of transitioning from summer freedom to structure. This makes immune support more important than ever – not just for children, but for parents too. A strong immune system can […]
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