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Ann Shippy MD, 6836 Bee Cave Road # 114, Austin, TX (2026)

05/02/2026

Histamine intolerance is rarely just about food.
It’s about your body’s total histamine load, and your ability to clear it.

Avocado. Aged cheese. Wine. Fermented foods. Chocolate. Leftovers.

These absolutely matter, and diet is a great place to start.

But if you’ve removed these foods and you’re still not feeling well…

it’s time to look a little deeper.❤️

Histamine buildup can show up in ways that don’t always seem connected:

• Bloating, gas, or digestive discomfort
• Headaches or migraines
• Skin flushing, hives, or itching
• Nasal congestion or sinus issues
• Anxiety, irritability, or poor sleep
• Heart palpitations

These symptoms often persist when underlying drivers aren’t addressed.

Stress can suppress DAO, your primary histamine-clearing enzyme.

Poor sleep can reduce overnight histamine breakdown.
Hormonal shifts (especially estrogen) can increase histamine, and histamine can feed that cycle.

👉 Gut imbalances may lead to excess histamine production internally.

👉 Chronic infections can keep the immune system activated.

👉 Environmental toxins can interfere with both production and clearance pathways.

👉 Even dehydration can raise histamine, as the body uses it to help regulate fluid balance.

When these factors stack together, your “histamine bucket” fills faster, and symptoms follow.

Histamine intolerance is not just a food issue.
It’s a load and resilience issue.

Swipe to see more on how each of these factors can contribute

DAO is central to histamine balance. When levels are low, histamine isn’t broken down efficiently, so even small exposures can trigger symptoms.

If histamine intolerance is something you’re navigating, supporting your DAO enzyme can be a helpful tool while you address root causes.

Comment DAO, and I’ll send you the link to my Histamine Support.

Dr. Ann

04/25/2026

If you’re dealing with cravings, energy crashes, blood sugar swings, or trouble maintaining muscle, protein may be the missing piece.

Most people think protein is just for building muscle.

But it’s foundational for nearly every system in your body…from hormone production and detoxification to gut integrity, fertility, immune function, and healthy aging.

Every cell depends on amino acids as raw material for repair, resilience, and regeneration. Protein needs don’t diminish with age- if anything, the need for high-quality protein often increases.👏

Age-related muscle loss (sarcopenia) can begin as early as your 30s. Low muscle mass isn’t just a fitness issue -it’s independently linked to insulin resistance, fracture risk, immune decline, and all-cause mortality.

Protein is one of the most powerful levers you have against it.👏👏👏

A few things you may not know about protein…
Protein supports:

✔ Blood sugar balance and reduced cravings
✔ Hormone and neurotransmitter production
✔ Liver detoxification pathways
✔ Gut barrier integrity
✔ Egg and s***m quality
✔ Longevity and healthspan

Quality and consistency matter as much as quantity.

Prioritize whole food, nutrient-dense sources, and aim to distribute protein throughout the day to support muscle protein synthesis.

See slides 👆 for ways to get in more protein daily. (Paleo diet options).

I often rely on protein powder especially on busy days. My go to is Perfect Paleo Protein powder was designed to fill the gaps supporting protein intake.

Comment PALEO, and I’ll send you the link.

Dr. Ann

04/25/2026

If you’re dealing with cravings, energy crashes, blood sugar swings, or trouble maintaining muscle, protein may be the missing piece.

Most people think protein is just for building muscle.

But it’s foundational for nearly every system in your body…from hormone production and detoxification to gut integrity, fertility, immune function, and healthy aging.

Every cell depends on amino acids as raw material for repair, resilience, and regeneration. Protein needs don’t diminish with age- if anything, the need for high-quality protein often increases.👏

Age-related muscle loss (sarcopenia) can begin as early as your 30s. Low muscle mass isn’t just a fitness issue -it’s independently linked to insulin resistance, fracture risk, immune decline, and all-cause mortality.

Protein is one of the most powerful levers you have against it.👏👏👏

A few things you may not know about protein…
Protein supports:

✔ Blood sugar balance and reduced cravings
✔ Hormone and neurotransmitter production
✔ Liver detoxification pathways
✔ Gut barrier integrity
✔ Egg and s***m quality
✔ Longevity and healthspan

Quality and consistency matter as much as quantity.

Prioritize whole food, nutrient-dense sources, and aim to distribute protein throughout the day to support muscle protein synthesis.

See slides 👆 for ways to get in more protein daily. (Paleo diet options).

I often rely on protein powder especially on busy days. My go to is Perfect Paleo Protein powder was designed to fill the gaps supporting protein intake.

Comment PALEO, and I’ll send you the link.

Dr. Ann

04/21/2026

Your brain is one of the most nutrient-demanding organs in the body, and one of the first to suffer when it’s depleted.

Modern life makes it harder to get what your brain needs:

• Soil depletion reduces nutrients in our food
• Absorption declines with age
• Chronic stress depletes key nutrients faster than we can replace them

It’s increasingly difficult to meet all your needs through diet alone. But you can support your body more strategically.

Targeted support can make a meaningful difference.

👉See slides above👆 for a comprehensive list.

But supplements are just one piece of the puzzle.

True brain health is built daily through:

• A whole-food, nutrient-dense diet
• Regular movement and exercise
• Quality sleep
• Stress management
• Meaningful social connection
• Challenging your brain and learning something new

Because your brain thrives on stimulation, connection, and nourishment.

If you’re ready to take a more proactive approach to your brain health…

Comment BRAIN, and we’ll send you the link to my Better Brain Kit.

Dr. Ann

04/16/2026

If you have Hashimoto’s and you’ve been told your labs are “normal,” but you still don’t feel like yourself, it’s important to look deeper.

In many cases, there is an underlying trigger like mold that has not yet been identified or addressed.

Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis is an autoimmune condition where the immune system mistakenly targets the thyroid. It affects hormone production, energy, metabolism, and many other systems in the body.

And it doesn’t happen in isolation.👏

Hashimoto’s can develop when three factors come together:

👉 A genetic predisposition. But a lack of family history doesn’t rule out Hashimoto’s, which is why symptoms and lab work (TSH, TPO antibodies, thyroglobulin antibodies) are key for diagnosis.

👉 Immune system dysregulation (often rooted in the gut)

👉 An environmental trigger

That third piece is often overlooked❗️
Toxic mold exposure, especially.

👉 Swipe to see how mold impacts Hashimoto’s and signs that mold may be the hidden trigger.

👉👉👉Other triggers include:

✅ Environmental toxins
✅ Hidden infections
✅ Gut imbalances
✅ Hormonal shifts
✅ Ongoing stress or disrupted sleep

Medication can be a helpful tool. But if your goal is to support your body more naturally, you have to address the underlying drivers of immune dysregulation.

If you think mold could be holding you back, comment “MOLD,” and I’ll send you my “It Could Be Mold” guide. It’s a great place to start.

Dr. Ann

04/12/2026

Did you know that s***m can develop with structural and functional abnormalities?

When s***m is suboptimal, it can lead to:

👉 Lower chances of conception
👉 Poor embryo development
👉 Increased risk of miscarriage
👉 Altered placental function and nutrient delivery
👉 Changes in how genes are expressed in your baby

Your s***m reflects what is happening inside your body.

Meaning factors like poor diet, alcohol, environmental toxins, lack of sleep, and chronic stress can contribute to impaired s***m development.

But the good news for men is that s***m take about 90 days to be made!

This is a powerful window of time to influence s***m health.

And EVERY👏 prospective 👏 dad 👏 should use this time before they start trying to conceive.

Refer to the slides 👆 for simple, actionable ways to support s***m health.

For a more comprehensive, guided approach, consider enrolling in the Preconception + Fertility Program.

This program walks you step-by-step through the critical 90-day window to help optimize s***m health, support fertility, and lay the foundation for a healthy future baby.

Comment s***m and I’ll send you the link to learn more.

Dr. Ann

***mhealth

04/07/2026

Struggling with consistent sleep?😴

Sleep is not just rest. It’s when your body repairs, detoxifies, and resets.

While you sleep, your glymphatic system clears waste from the brain, hormones are regulated, and your body restores itself at a cellular level.

Sleep is also essential for memory, mood, metabolism, and fertility❣️

If your sleep is off, it’s often a signal.

Understanding your sleep patterns and identifying the root cause is one of the most important things you can do for your overall health.

Because sleep disruption is often driven by:

👉 Stress and a dysregulated nervous system
👉 Blood sugar imbalances
👉 Hormone shifts
👉 Gut imbalances and inflammation
👉 Toxin exposure that can disrupt hormones and neurotransmitters
👉 Nutrient deficiencies
👉 Environmental factors, including light exposure at night

👉👉👉And over time, poor sleep can contribute to fatigue, hormone imbalances, increased inflammation, impaired detoxification, and metabolic dysfunction.

The supplements above offer both direct and indirect support.

Direct support can help you fall and stay asleep, while indirect support helps address the underlying reasons your sleep may be disrupted.

This isn’t a complete list, but it’s a place to start.💕

If you’d like to learn more, comment SLEEP and I’ll send you my free Sleep Guide.

And one thing not to overlook is sleep apnea.

If you snore, wake frequently, or experience daytime fatigue, it’s worth being evaluated.

Sleep apnea reduces oxygen delivery during sleep and can have a significant impact on overall health if left unaddressed.

Work with your healthcare professional to determine if testing is right for you, and when starting new supplements.

Dr. Ann

04/02/2026

Emerging research continues to show that your gut plays a key role in reproductive function.

When your gut is out of balance, it can lead to inflammation and poor nutrient absorption, both of which can disrupt hormone signaling.

And this can show up in ways that directly impact fertility (for both men and women)

• Ovulation
• Implantation
• Cycle regularity
• Egg and s***m quality

If you’re thinking about pregnancy, your gut is an important place to start.

The encouraging part is that this is something you can support. Small, targeted changes can help create a healthier internal environment for conception and long-term health.

To learn the specific steps you can take, read my latest blog, The Gut–Fertility Axis: Why Healing the Gut Is Foundational for Fertility.

Comment GUT, and I’ll send you the link to read the full article. While it’s one piece of the fertility puzzle, it’s an important one to pay attention to.

Dr. Ann

03/26/2026

In case you missed it, I recently joined Mark Hyman on The Dr. Hyman Show to talk about preconception health and fertility.

One of the biggest topics we covered was mitochondria.

In this clip, we discuss how NAD is often known as a longevity supplement, but it’s actually essential for cellular energy, DNA repair, and mitochondrial function. And how when mitochondrial function declines, egg quality can decline too.

There’s also emerging research showing that NAD support, including IV therapy in certain cases, may help improve fertility outcomes.

If you’re in a season where timing matters, NAD IVs may be something to consider.

If you’re looking for a more accessible way to support NAD, comment NAD, and I’ll send you a link to learn more. 🤍

Dr. Ann

03/24/2026

Fatigue. Brain fog. Poor sleep. Skin changes. Frequent illness. Hormone imbalances. Fertility challenges.

These can all be signs of oxidative stress❗️

Here’s what’s happening at the cellular level: every time your cells produce energy, they also generate free radicals as a natural byproduct.

Under ideal conditions, your body keeps these in check with antioxidants. But when free radical production overwhelms your defenses (due to stress, toxins, poor diet, sleep deprivation, or nutrient depletion), the balance shifts.🫤

Over time, that imbalance can affect how your cells function, accelerate aging, and contribute to a wide range of chronic conditions, including cardiovascular disease, neurodegeneration, metabolic dysfunction, autoimmune disease, and more. (See slides.)

From a functional medicine perspective, the question isn’t just “how do I take more antioxidants?” It’s: Why is the body under so much oxidative stress in the first place?

Because it’s rarely just one thing, and it requires a multi-layered approach. (Swipe for root causes + strategies.)

Antioxidants are most powerful when they work together as a network, not in isolation…the combination matters as much as the individual nutrients.

I’ve put together a Mitochondrial Kit with this in mind. Comment “KIT” and I’ll send you the link.

Dr. Ann

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