Dr. Christine Maren

Dr. Christine Maren 👑 Board-Certified Physician, IFMCP, MSCP. We take a root-cause approach to perimenopause, thyroid, gut health, autoimmune disease & metabolism.
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It’s all connected, and so is our care. Dr. Christine Maren is a Functional Medicine physician and the founder of a high-tech, innovative medical practice serving patients in Colorado, Michigan and Texas. She is uniquely trained in the Functional Medicine model to identify and treat the root causes of chronic disease. Her approach to patient care is individualized and personalized, with an emphasi

s on the ways our environment, food and lifestyle choices interact with our genes. She utilizes advanced lab testing to search for a root cause, and seeks the most gentle way to treat the underlying causes of disease. Dr. Maren is board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner (IFMCP). She is a compassionate clinician, speaker and wellness advocate. She is married to a surgeon and together they balance rearwarding careers with raising two beautiful children. Learn more at www.drchristinemaren.com.

Over-functioning is costing women our health—and our freedom.We didn’t choose these roles. We became them to stay safe, ...
08/19/2025

Over-functioning is costing women our health—and our freedom.

We didn’t choose these roles. We became them to stay safe, to be loved, to avoid rejection.

I spent years caught in the cycle of perfectionism, self-reliance, and over-performance—until midlife shined a light on what I could no longer ignore. I didn’t consciously choose the roles I was conditioned for… but now that I see them, I can choose differently.

And I choose myself. I choose to slow down, listen to my body, and honor her innate wisdom.

I see these archetypes in nearly every woman I work with. They may have helped us survive, but survival isn’t freedom. It keeps us stuck in a cycle of stress and health conditions.

When we finally recognize the patterns—and the wounds beneath them—we unlock choice.

On the other side of that choice lies freedom, healing, and wholeness. 💫

You don’t have to stay stuck. You are allowed to rest. To receive. To be loved as you are—not just for what you do.

You might see yourself in one of these. Or, like me, notice aspects of several.

Does this message resonate with you? Leave a comment and let me know which of these archetypes you relate to.

Musings from my week in Mexico.
08/17/2025

Musings from my week in Mexico.

Just returned from the most fabulous trip to the beautiful country of Mexico. Filmed a packed episode with and enjoyed ...
08/16/2025

Just returned from the most fabulous trip to the beautiful country of Mexico. Filmed a packed episode with and enjoyed CDMX, then headed to Puerto Vallarta for a few days at the beach.

Este pais tiene mi corazon. 💜

This trip was special for a lot of reasons. It felt full circle, and I had my family supporting me. This was a welcome change for a woman who’s been hyper independent most of her life.

Thank you to my younger self who decided to study abroad in Guadalajara during college to learn Spanish. My 45 year old self loves that you did that. 🤗

A few of my favorite pics… Do you love Mexico as much as I do?

If you’ve ever been brushed off when you mentioned hot flashes, brain fog, weight gain, insomnia, or low libido…If you’v...
08/15/2025

If you’ve ever been brushed off when you mentioned hot flashes, brain fog, weight gain, insomnia, or low libido…

If you’ve been offered nothing more than birth control pills, antidepressants, or “you’re fine” instead of real answers…

Then I dedicate this certification to YOU. 👑

I’m now a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP)—and one of very few physicians who also holds:

✅ Board Certification in Family Medicine (ABFM)
✅ Functional Medicine Certification (IFMCP)

My work has never been about simply managing symptoms. I help women uncover what’s really going on and create a plan that includes:

✔️ Comprehensive hormone testing & precision HRT
✔️ Gut, weight loss & metabolic support
✔️ Thyroid optimization
✔️ Evidence-based supplements & peptides
✔️ Nutrition & strength training strategies specific for midlife women

And most importantly: my team and I listen. We take your symptoms seriously and treat the whole you.

This certification is part of my continued commitment to serving women with the best tools available.

📌 Follow for more science-backed hormone education, root-cause strategies, and my 5 habits for building resilience and freedom in midlife.

💬 Comment YES if you want my next post to cover the #1 thing I wish every woman knew about hormone replacement therapy.

Before med school, I thought everything alternative was “good” and anything conventional was “bad.”My training in family...
08/14/2025

Before med school, I thought everything alternative was “good” and anything conventional was “bad.”

My training in family medicine taught me that sometimes conventional care is exactly what’s needed. And now, as a functional medicine doctor and Menopause Society Certified Provider, I’ve seen that the best results often happen in the messy middle…

✨ Where research meets intuition
✨ Where prescription meds meet whole foods
✨ Where alternative solutions meet conventional care

It doesn’t have to be either/or. It can be both.

💊 I prescribe hormone therapy and use supplements to support hormone balance

💊 I manage medications and help you build resilience through nutrition and movement

💊 I take a root-cause approach and use Band-Aids when they help you function in the meantime

💊 I interpret labs and trust your body’s innate wisdom

Because healing doesn’t happen in those 15 minutes at the doctor’s office. It happens in all the messy, real-life moments in between.

That’s why you need a doctor who sees the whole you — and champions your health. 👑

If you’re ready to navigate the messy middle with me, comment ‘NEWSLETTER’ to receive exclusive content from me where I cover the truth about gut health, hormone therapy, weight loss, mindset, and everything in between. 💌

Hi, I’m Christine—also known as Dr. Maren. It’s been a while since I’ve introduced myself,so let’s fix that. 💫I’m a Boar...
08/11/2025

Hi, I’m Christine—also known as Dr. Maren. It’s been a while since I’ve introduced myself,
so let’s fix that. 💫

I’m a Board-Certified Physician, Functional Medicine Certified (IFMCP), and now officially a Menopause Society Certified Provider (MSCP).

That means I bring together the best of:

💊 Conventional Medicine
🌱 Functional Medicine
💛 Hormone Expertise

For over a decade, I’ve helped women finally get answers and feel like themselves again by addressing the deeper drivers behind:

❌Fatigue & burnout
❌Pain & inflammation
❌Weight gain & metabolic changes
❌Digestive issues

My primary areas of expertise:

✨ Gut Health
✨ Perimenopause, PCOS, preconception, & other hormone-related concerns
✨ Thyroid & Hashimoto’s
✨ Autoimmune Diseases
✨ Weight loss & metabolic health

And I don’t just bring clinical training—I bring lived experience. I’ve been there, too.

If you’ve ever felt dismissed, rushed, or handed a prescription that didn’t address the real problem, you’re not alone.

That’s why I’m here: to make sure women feel seen, heard, and empowered with data-driven, compassionate care.

Whether you’re new here or have been following for years, I’m so glad you’re part of this community.

I’d love to hear from you 👇

How did you find my page and what’s the #1 thing you’re hoping to learn or heal this season?

Let’s get back to basics and talk about how my team and I can help you create the foundation for lifelong health—so you ...
08/08/2025

Let’s get back to basics and talk about how my team and I can help you create the foundation for lifelong health—so you can reclaim your radiance at every stage of life. 🙏
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We take a comprehensive 3-pillar approach that understands how your hormones, gut health, nutrition, and lifestyle all work together.:
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Step 1️⃣: Address the Root Cause ⚡️⁠ We dig deeper than symptoms to find real answers to your health issues by investigating:⁠
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✔️ Gut health
✔️ Environmental toxins⁠
✔️ Autoimmune conditions⁠
✔️ Metabolic dysfunction⁠
✔️ Nutrient deficiencies
✔️ Trauma's impact on your body⁠
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Step 2️⃣: Optimize Hormones 💊⁠
We fine-tune your hormones with precision through:⁠
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✔️ Body-identical hormone replacement therapy⁠ (BHRT)
✔️ Expert thyroid optimization⁠
✔️ Strategic weight loss solutions⁠ including microdosing GLP-1
✔️ Targeted supplementation⁠
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Step 3️⃣: Build Resilience 💪
We help you create sustainable change through our 5 foundational habits:⁠
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✔️ Protein-centric, high fiber whole foods nutrition⁠
✔️ Strategic strength training⁠
✔️ Low-tox living⁠
✔️ Sacred sleep⁠
✔️ Breaking free from stress & survival mode⁠

The result?

We’ll help you reclaim your radiance and write your next chapter of health. 💫 ⁠
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If you’ve been considering working with a functional medicine doctor, nutritionist, or health coach…⁠
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And are seriously invested in feeling your best…⁠
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Put your crown on, Queen. You’ve come to the right place. ⁠👑
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We’re currently taking new patients in CO, MI, & TX. ⁠ Visit www.drchristinemaren.com to learn more about our patient programs and snag a spot on our calendar before spaces fill up!

Just some thoughts I’ve had recently on the hidden layers of healing. 🤍 Share and leave a comment if this resonates, and...
08/06/2025

Just some thoughts I’ve had recently on the hidden layers of healing. 🤍

Share and leave a comment if this resonates, and follow for more.

Rebekha thought her best years were behind her.She was exhausted, relying on sugar to get through the day, battling hear...
08/04/2025

Rebekha thought her best years were behind her.

She was exhausted, relying on sugar to get through the day, battling heartburn, and barely sleeping.

Doctors told her everything looked “normal”… but she knew something was wrong.

One year later, she’s sleeping soundly, free from heartburn, steady in her energy, and hiking every week at age 70.

Her story is proof: you don’t have to settle for “just getting older.”

Healing is possible when we look at the whole picture. 💫

What’s one thing you’d love to do again if you had your energy back?⁠

Here’s something most people don’t realize…👉 PCOS is a syndrome, not a disease. That means the symptoms and causes can v...
07/31/2025

Here’s something most people don’t realize…

👉 PCOS is a syndrome, not a disease.

That means the symptoms and causes can vary widely—from acne and weight gain to ovulatory dysfunction and post-pill hormonal chaos.

There’s no one-size-fits-all solution.

That’s why I approach PCOS with functional, individualized care. And why root-cause healing matters more than ever if pregnancy is a goal.

If you’ve been diagnosed (or you suspect something deeper is going on) know this:

There are real, sustainable solutions that go beyond Band-Aids and quick fixes.

I wrote a full article explaining this—what’s driving PCOS, the new diagnostic criteria, and how I approach healing.

Visit https://drchristinemaren.com/functional-medicine-approach-pcos/ to read it now—or tag a friend who needs to know she has options. 💕

Autoimmune symptoms are frustrating, unpredictable, and often misunderstood.But here’s something most doctors won’t tell...
07/29/2025

Autoimmune symptoms are frustrating, unpredictable, and often misunderstood.

But here’s something most doctors won’t tell you:

➡️ Muscle is one of your best tools for immune regulation. 💪

It’s not just about metabolism—it’s about producing myokines, balancing hormones, and calming inflammation at the root.

Muscle supports T-reg cell activity and reduces Th17 dominance (big drivers of autoimmune flares).

It also improves insulin sensitivity, which plays a direct role in immune activation.

And it increases mitochondrial function—critical for fatigue and brain fog.

The takeaway?

More muscle = less inflammation and more resilience. 🙏

Don’t let anyone tell you that you shouldn’t work out if you have autoimmune disease. You may just have to train differently. I advocate for strength training and walking.

Start small. Stay consistent. And support muscle growth with protein, sleep, and recovery.

Share with someone who could use this info and visit www.drchristinemaren.com for more on hormone health, autoimmunity, and strength training for women in midlife.

Self-awareness is the key to liberation.When we slow down and start to understand the why behind our patterns—people-ple...
07/24/2025

Self-awareness is the key to liberation.

When we slow down and start to understand the why behind our patterns—people-pleasing, perfectionism, over-functioning, hyper-responsibility—we begin to reclaim the parts of ourselves we’ve silenced or forgotten.

Knowing ourselves isn’t just about introspection.
It’s about telling the truth about our story.

And that truth, once named, is powerful. It loosens the grip of shame and creates space for self-compassion.

With compassion comes freedom—freedom from roles we never chose, expectations that never fit, and coping strategies that no longer serve us.

That freedom creates space to reclaim our voice, our desires, and our inherent worthiness.

And that’s where joy lives.
That’s when we come alive.

Because healing isn’t just about symptoms.
It’s about sovereignty.

Share this with the women in your life who help you come alive. 👑

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Christine Maren D.O. is a board-certified physician and the founder of an innovative functional medicine practice in Colorado, Michigan and Texas. She was introduced to functional medicine after struggling with pregnancy complications and recurrent miscarriages. A functional medicine approach helped to address her own underlying health issues associated with gut infections, food sensitivities, hypothyroidism, hormone imbalance and environmental toxins. Now a mother of three, she’s devoted her professional life to helping others address the root causes of their symptoms in order to restore health, prevent disease, and get their life back. Her approach to patient care is individualized and personalized, with an emphasis on the ways our environment, food and lifestyle choices interact with our genes. Dr. Maren is board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner (IFMCP). She is a compassionate clinician, speaker and wellness advocate. She is married to an orthopedic surgeon and together they balance rewarding careers with raising three beautiful children. Learn more at drchristinemaren.com.