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Dr. Alison Lechner

Functional Medicine Doctor

09/09/2025

Your labs may say “normal.”

BUT the research says otherwise.

Even below the diabetes cut-off, elevated A1c is linked to a higher risk of heart disease. This is why at Shine we don’t just look at what’s normal - we look for what’s optimal.

Want to know which labs actually give you the full picture of your cardiovascular risk?

Comment SMARTER and we’ll send you our free Smarter Cardio Panel guide - 10 advanced labs most doctors aren’t even running.

09/05/2025

Standard labs often miss inflammation, insulin resistance, and genetic factors - meaning you could be told everything looks “fine” while real risks go undetected.

That’s why we created the Smarter Cardio Panel - a free guide that breaks down the 10 labs that reveal a more accurate picture of your cardiovascular risk.

👉 Comment SMARTER below and we’ll send you the direct link to download. Prevention starts with the right testing.

09/04/2025

Fall feels like a reset button - new routines, back-to-school energy, and a craving for structure. But here’s the mistake most of us make: we try to fix everything at once.

The result? Burnout and disappointment.

The truth: small resets, done consistently, create the biggest changes. ✨

And here’s the kicker → if you build those habits now, they’ll carry you through the chaos of the holidays.

Whether that’s consistent sleep, a non-negotiable workout rhythm, meal prep hacks, or simple blood sugar habits (like walking after dinner + prioritizing protein in the morning)… your foundation will already be there.

💬 Tell me in the comments: What’s the ONE small reset you’re focusing on this fall?

08/28/2025

Ever wondered why weight loss can feel impossible no matter how hard you try? Your gut microbiome may be playing a bigger role than you think.

In a landmake mouse study published in Science (PMID: 24009397), researchers found that transferring gut microbes from lean mice to obese mice rescued their metabolism — but only when paired with a high-fiber, low-fat diet.

🤔The takeaway: Your microbiome doesn’t just correlate with weight, it may play a causal role in metabolic health. Supporting your gut could help shift your body toward balance.

Practical ways to nourish your gut:
✨Understand your gut health (a stool test is a great start!)

✨Eat fiber-rich, colorful, plant-based foods

✨Minimize ultra-processed foods

✨Prioritize sleep + stress management

Your gut matters more than you think when it comes to weight resistance.

Follow me for more insights on hormone health, longevity, peptides, and heart health.

08/15/2025

Got extra zucchini from the garden? We’ve got you.

This Korean Beef + Carrot Zoodles is sweet, savory, and ready in under 30 mins. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner! 🍜🥩🥕

Ingredients:
3–4 zucchini, spiralized
1 large carrot, julienned
1 lb ground beef + 1–2T sesame oil
Sauce: ⅓ cup coconut sugar, ¼ cup coconut aminos, ½ tsp garlic, 1 tsp grated ginger
1T arrowroot + 2–3T reserved sauce to thicken

Instructions:
1️⃣ Brown beef in sesame oil
2️⃣ Add sauce, simmer 2–3 min
3️⃣ Stir in arrowroot mixture
4️⃣ Add carrots, cook 5–7 min, then zucchini, cook 2–3 min
5️⃣ Finish with sesame oil & sesame seeds

💡 Tip: Medium-high heat + arrowroot keeps sauce thick and veggies tender!

08/14/2025

“It’s too late for me.”
“It’s just my hormones.”
“I’ve tried everything.”

💡Here’s the truth: your body can change - even in menopause.

Two women in their late 50s, two different approaches, one amazing result: fat loss and feeling better than they have in years (and one of them even gained muscle!).

This is what happens when you support metabolism.

📍 Follow me for real, flexible guidance to support your metabolism and hormones.

08/12/2025

Morning routines can make or break your hormones - and most of us are unknowingly setting ourselves up to feel drained, bloated, or anxious before the day even really begins.

I see it all the time with clients (and I’ll be honest, I’ve been there too). We grab our phones first thing, skip hydration, rush to coffee, and stay stuck inside without moving or getting sunlight.

But these simple habits? They mess with your cortisol rhythm, digestion, and energy more than you realize.

👍The good news? These are 5 habits you can actually start tomorrow that help reset your hormones and digestion in under 20 minutes.

Pick one, try it, and watch how your day shifts. Your body and brain will thank you.

If you want more science-backed, real-talk hormone tips follow me

08/05/2025

Real food is the answer.
Real nourishment is the answer.
Trusting your body — and reconnecting with its power to bring you back into balance.

Not depriving it.
Not counting every calorie.
Not pushing yourself to absolute exhaustion at the gym.
Not blaming yourself when your body doesn’t respond the way it “should.”

Just… real food.
Real support.
Real healing.

🧐Sharing a few slides from a recent Washington Post article that finally says what many of us already know: this isn’t about willpower. It’s about biology - and the way modern food, stress, and misinformation have disrupted it.

Your body isn’t broken.
It just needs a little more real.

👉 If you’re into this kind of honest, grounded approach to nourishment, hormones, and metabolism — follow along . This is what I talk about here.

08/01/2025

This is HUGE!

Estrogen therapy when used appropriately is a cornerstone strategy for women’s health and longevity, providing clear protection for our brain, heart, and bones.

❕Some large observational studies show a 10-30% reduction in all cause mortality when started appropriately.

Estrogen plays a role in metabolism, immune health in cell senescence pathways and maintenance of telomeres - all supporting estrogens anti—aging properties.

👇Let us know your thoughts in the comments!

07/31/2025

There’s a big difference between what people say they do… and what actually happens in real life.

✨I asked the Shine team to share the real nutrition habits they lean on week after week — no rules, no extremes, no 4-hour Sunday meal preps.

These are the simple, effective strategies that help us eat well without overthinking it:
✔️ Sneaky protein hacks
✔️ Grocery & budget hacks
✔️ What we always keep on hand
✔️ How we cook once, eat twice

If you’ve ever thought: “I want to eat better but I don’t have time to make it a full-time job” — this post is for you.

PS — got a go-to hack that saves you every week? Drop it below — we’d love to hear from you and learn from each other!

Looking for more posts like this? Let us know in the comments!

07/29/2025

People often ask what I actually do to stay consistent with food, fitness, and hydration — especially with a full life and work schedule.

These are the real habits that help me stay strong, nourished, and grounded. No perfection — just strategies that fit into real life.

Curious what works for you too. Any of these resonate?

👉 Stay tuned — part 2 is coming later this week with nutrition hacks from the entire Shine team.

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Arlington Heights, IL
60004

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Tuesday	11am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 12pm

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