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Blossom Family Medicine

Blossom Family Medicine is a Concierge Family Medical Practice located in Arlington Heights, IL focused on personalized care for you and your family.

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12/11/2025

We’re honored to share that Dr. Marabella is now Board Certified in Obesity Medicine, earning the designation of Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine (DABOM).

We understand that weight is a complex part of health. It's shaped by biology, hormones, metabolism, stress, medications, sleep, and genetics. Our goal is to create a space where patients feel supported, informed, and respected, no matter where they are in their health journey.

This certification allows Dr. Marabella to deepen the work we already do: helping patients understand the underlying physiology behind changes in energy, metabolism, or weight, and offering care that is grounded in compassion and evidence, never shame or judgment.

Every person’s body tells a different story, and our role is to help make sense of that story with clarity and compassion. If you’re navigating shifts in how your body feels, moves, or responds, you deserve care that meets you where you are.

12/10/2025

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a response to reduced sunlight, and it affects more people than most realize, especially in darker, colder climates.

If you’ve noticed heavier fatigue, a dip in motivation, sugar cravings, or that it’s harder to get moving in the morning, your body may be responding to these seasonal changes. None of it means something is wrong, it simply means your internal rhythm is adjusting to the light around you.
The good news is that there are supportive ways to steady your mood through the winter: morning light exposure, consistent sleep routines, vitamin D evaluation (see our last post all about Vitamin D and how it can work wonders in the colder months), and small daily habits that help regulate your nervous system.

If you’re feeling off this season, be sure to reach out to your primary physican and see how they can help. We’re also here to help answer any question the best we can too.

12/08/2025

Vitamin D plays a quiet but powerful role in how we feel. From mood and energy to immunity and hormone balance, vitamin D is even more important during the winter when levels naturally drop more than most people realize.

When vitamin D is low, your body often sends subtle signals that are easy to overlook: feeling a little more down than usual, achier muscles, fatigue that lingers even after good sleep, or catching every cold that comes around. Some people also notice more brain fog or a dip in motivation this time of year.

If we haven’t checked your levels recently, winter is the perfect moment to do it. And once we understand where your levels are, replenishing vitamin D becomes simple, especially with Blossom’s own high-quality vitamin D available right here in the office. Many patients notice a real shift in their day-to-day energy and overall sense of well-being once their levels are supported.

Your body is built to thrive! Sometimes it just needs a bit more guidance during the darker months.

12/04/2025

Most people think strong bones start and end with calcium, but your bone health is shaped by far more than what’s in your traditional glass of milk.

Bones are living tissue.
They respond to hormones, stress, sleep, muscle mass, diet, and even how much you move throughout the day. And for women especially, changes in estrogen after age 40 can quietly accelerate bone loss long before symptoms appear.

Here’s what really supports long-term bone strength:

• Vitamin D
Essential for absorbing calcium and keeping bones mineralized. Many adults are low without realizing it.

• Magnesium
Helps regulate vitamin D, supports bone density, and plays a role in more than 300 cellular processes.

• Protein
Bones are ~50% protein by volume. Low intake reduces bone strength and slows repair.

• Strength Training & Impact Movement
Your bones respond to pressure. Weight-bearing exercise signals them to stay dense and strong.

• Hormone Balance
Estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and thyroid hormones all influence bone remodeling. Imbalances can speed up loss.

• Gut Health
Your gut absorbs the nutrients your bones rely on. If digestion is off, calcium and vitamin D are often compromised.

• Sleep & Stress
Chronic stress and poor sleep increase cortisol, which can weaken bones over time.

Bone health is whole-body health.
It’s the interplay of nutrients, hormones, movement, and lifestyle, and when those pieces are aligned, your bones stay stronger for decades.

12/03/2025

Desire can shift throughout life, especially during perimenopause and menopause. Hormones, stress, sleep, and emotional connection all play a role in how the body experiences intimacy.

A lower libido isn’t a reflection of who you are, it’s often your body’s way of signaling that something needs attention or support.
The good news? There are effective, evidence-based ways to help restore balance and comfort.

You don’t have to quietly wonder what’s changed. If something feels different, let’s start the conversation.

12/01/2025

There’s no universal roadmap to health, and that’s exactly why medicine should never feel one-size-fits-all.

Two patients can share the same diagnosis and still need completely different approaches. One may need hormone support, another may need stress regulation or nutritional changes. That’s the beauty, and complexity, of the human body.

At Blossom, we look at your whole picture:
your habits, your history, your environment, your stress, and the goals that matter to you.
Because every system in the body is connected. Hormones affect sleep, sleep affects metabolism, stress impacts digestion. When you understand those connections, you can finally stop treating symptoms in isolation and start creating balance.

Personalized care isn’t just a philosophy, it’s how medicine is supposed to work.
When your treatment reflects your story, healing lasts longer, prevention becomes proactive, and you start feeling like yourself again.

That’s the heart of what we do here.

11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, we’re feeling especially grateful — not just for our patients, but for the moments we share with you all year long.

For the stories you tell in the exam room.
For the questions you ask that lead to better understanding.
For the trust you place in us to care for you and your families.

Medicine often moves too fast — but you’ve allowed us to slow it down. You’ve made it personal again. Every conversation, every check-in, every visit reminds us that healthcare is at its best when it’s rooted in relationship, not rush.

At Blossom, we believe healing begins with being seen, heard, and understood. And we’re endlessly thankful to be part of that process with you.

Wishing you a holiday filled with rest, connection, and gratitude — from all of us at Blossom Family Medicine.

11/26/2025

We’re so grateful for every patient who trusts us to be part of their health journey — and for the relationships that make this practice feel personal.

11/25/2025

You are the expert on your own body and that makes you the most important voice in the room.

It can feel uncomfortable to speak up or ask for clarification, especially when appointments are rushed or symptoms feel “small.” But advocacy isn’t confrontation. It’s collaboration.

Preparing questions ahead of time, naming what you’re feeling, and asking for next steps are simple actions that can completely change the outcome of a visit. They create clarity, prevent miscommunication, and ensure your concerns aren’t lost in the shuffle.

You’re not being “difficult” for wanting answers, you’re taking ownership of your health. And that’s exactly what good medicine looks like.

11/21/2025

Stress doesn’t always show up as worry, sometimes it’s the headache that won’t go away, the stomach that’s always off, or the constant feeling of fatigue.

Your body keeps the score. These signals aren’t “just stress” — they’re reminders to slow down and care for yourself.
Start small. Step outside, take a few deep breaths, or give yourself five quiet minutes. It matters more than you think.

11/18/2025

We don’t heal at the same pace we live.

For many women, rest has become something to earn — a reward after every box is checked and every role is filled. But from a medical perspective, rest isn’t optional. It’s part of the prescription.

When you slow down, your nervous system shifts from “fight or flight” into “rest and repair.” Cortisol begins to settle. Blood pressure lowers. Digestion and hormone balance improve. These aren’t small effects — they’re the foundation for recovery and resilience.

The truth is, your body can’t heal in a constant state of urgency.
It needs quiet to regulate, to restore, and to remind you that slowing down isn’t failure — it’s biology.

Rest doesn’t mean you’re doing less for your health.
It means you’re finally giving your body the chance to do what it’s designed to do.

11/17/2025

Aging well isn’t about fighting your body — it’s about learning how to support it.

In your 40s and 50s, hormones shift, metabolism changes, and recovery takes a little longer. But none of that means you’re “slowing down.” It simply means your body needs something different than it used to.

Strength training, balanced nutrition, and hormone support can all help maintain muscle, energy, and focus — the foundation of long-term health.

Your body is designed to adapt. With the right care and consistency, these years can feel strong, clear, and vibrant — not like an ending, but a new phase of balance.

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