Aligned Modern Health

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Holistic, Doctor-led Functional Medicine, Hormone Health, Chiropractic Care, and Acupuncture. Insurance Accepted. Virtual + 18 Clinics.

Book now at AlignedModernHealth.com. Aligned Modern Health is setting a new standard in healthcare empowering people to live their healthiest lives. Our expert medical team goes beyond symptom relief to address the root cause, creating personalized care plans that deliver real, lasting results across Functional Medicine, Hormone Health, Chiropractic Care, and Acupuncture. As the largest, evidence-based holistic health practice in the Midwest, we operate 18 clinics across Illinois, with a rapidly growing telehealth practice serving patients nationwide by 2026. We proudly accept major insurance plans, offer self-pay options, and services are FSA/HSA eligible —making expert care more accessible for more people. Every person is different, so is the way we approach care. This is Healthcare Designed For You. Start your path to better health at AlignedModernHealth.com.

Why did my libido change even though my relationship didn’t?This is one of the most searched hormone questions for women...
02/11/2026

Why did my libido change even though my relationship didn’t?

This is one of the most searched hormone questions for women and men over 35.

Changes in desire are commonly linked to:
•low testosterone
•low progesterone
•stress hormones like cortisol
•perimenopause and menopause
•andropause in men

When these hormones shift, people often feel:
•irritable
•disconnected
•less confident
•less interested in intimacy

This is why we begin with lab and specialty hormone testing. Because desire changes for a reason.

Learn more about your hormone health: https://bit.ly/4r3TE2L

Valentine’s Day conversations often center on romance, but an important part of relationship health is rarely discussed:...
02/09/2026

Valentine’s Day conversations often center on romance, but an important part of relationship health is rarely discussed: hormone health.

Hormones influence mood, emotional regulation, sleep, stress tolerance, energy, and libido. As these shift in midlife, many couples notice changes in connection without understanding the physiological reasons behind them.

Aligned Modern Health is encouraging couples to take a proactive approach by scheduling hormone lab and specialty testing together.

We welcome spouses and partners to attend hormone health visits, because understanding what’s happening in the body can improve communication, empathy, and connection.

Healthy hormone levels are an important ingredient in any thriving relationship.

Book your appointment: https://bit.ly/4bKdDz0

02/04/2026

February is recognized as Heart Health Month, and many conversations understandably focus on blood pressure and cholesterol.

But cardiovascular health is influenced by a broader set of physiological factors — including sleep quality, stress regulation, inflammation, metabolic function, and hormone balance. These systems work together over time to shape how the heart performs and how resilient the body remains.

As Dr. Anne Palovich, DC, shares, heart health is often built through the consistency of daily patterns rather than a single lab value. Hormones, sleep, and stress physiology all play meaningful roles in long-term cardiovascular function.

This month is a valuable reminder that caring for the heart begins with understanding how these interconnected systems influence overall health.

Nearly half of U.S. adults have at least one major risk factor for heart disease and many don’t know it.Heart health isn...
02/04/2026

Nearly half of U.S. adults have at least one major risk factor for heart disease and many don’t know it.

Heart health isn’t just about blood pressure or cholesterol.
It’s about how you sleep.�How you handle stress.�How consistently you move your body.�How stable your blood sugar is day to day.

These are the patterns that shape cardiovascular risk over time. Poor sleep disrupts blood pressure regulation and increases inflammation. Chronic stress keeps cortisol elevated, placing strain on the heart.

Irregular schedules and sleep patterns disturb circadian rhythms — a key regulator of metabolic and cardiovascular health.

Heart health is not a single number on a chart. It’s the result of daily habits that either support or strain your body over years.

Small, consistent choices make a meaningful difference at every age.

February is Heart Health MonthWe look at the everyday habits that support your heart long before symptoms appear. Becaus...
02/02/2026

February is Heart Health Month

We look at the everyday habits that support your heart long before symptoms appear. Because heart health isn’t one moment. It’s movement. Food. Sleep. Stress. Repeated daily, across a lifetime.

No matter your age:
• Kids need play, movement, and real food
• Teens need stress support and recovery
• Adults need insight into hormones, metabolism, and inflammation
• Older adults need strength, circulation, and independence

Small, consistent choices truly add up.

If you’re ready to take a more complete look at your heart health, for yourself or your family, our clinicians are here to help.

55% of women ages 30–35 report moderate to severe perimenopause symptoms, even though many think they’re “too young” for...
01/29/2026

55% of women ages 30–35 report moderate to severe perimenopause symptoms, even though many think they’re “too young” for hormonal transition.

Symptoms that are technically linked to perimenopause — like mood changes, fatigue, brain fog, and sleep disruption — often start years before menstrual cycles stop and can go unrecognized.

That’s one reason why 64% of women ages 36–40 report similarly significant symptoms.

In fact, up to 80% of women experience some form of menopausal transition symptoms at some point, they just may not connect those experiences to hormonal changes.

Perimenopause isn’t about age alone, it’s about variability and pattern, not a single test result. Understanding that context can help you interpret symptoms without self-blame and make informed decisions about support.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4pTkBVI

01/28/2026

Some of the earliest signs of perimenopause are the ones women are most likely to dismiss.

Irregular cycles are often the first shift, but because timing can fluctuate gradually, many women attribute changes to stress or a busy season of life.

Other early signs are even easier to mislabel:
• urinary incontinence
• recurrent UTIs
• subtle changes in skin elasticity and fine lines

These symptoms are frequently chalked up to aging, pregnancy, or lifestyle, when in reality, they can reflect early hormonal shifts tied to perimenopause.

As Dr. Delilah Renegar, DC, MS, and Sandy Thinnes discuss, context matters. Hormonal changes affect more than cycles, they influence connective tissue, bladder support, and collagen turnover long before menopause itself.

Persistent exhaustion in women is frequently normalized — attributed to stress, workload, or life stage — despite eviden...
01/27/2026

Persistent exhaustion in women is frequently normalized — attributed to stress, workload, or life stage — despite evidence linking fatigue, cognitive changes, and mood disturbances to hormonal transitions.

Hormonal systems regulate energy metabolism, stress physiology, sleep architecture, and emotional stability.

During perimenopause and other transitions, changes in estrogen, progesterone, thyroid hormones, and cortisol are strongly associated with declines in stamina, focus, and resilience. Chronic stress and sleep disruption can further compound these effects.

Clinical evaluation that identifies hormone-related patterns can help move care beyond symptom management. When addressed appropriately, women often experience improvements in sustained energy, cognitive clarity, and emotional regulation.

As Jackie Warner, FNP, emphasizes, persistent symptoms warrant deeper evaluation, not dismissal.

01/26/2026

Being told your hormones are “normal” doesn’t always explain how you feel. 
 
Patients are frequently told their hormone levels are “normal” despite ongoing symptoms like fatigue, anxiety, sleep disruption, or weight changes. 
 
As Dr. Anne Palovich, DC, notes, advanced hormone assessment can provide deeper insight into how hormones are functioning within the broader physiological context, shifting the focus from isolated values to actionable patterns. 
 
Interpreting results through this lens supports more informed, individualized decision-making grounded in physiology rather than assumptions. 
 

Why do symptoms often persist when standard lab results are “normal”? Because health is not linear, it’s networked.Clini...
01/23/2026

Why do symptoms often persist when standard lab results are “normal”? Because health is not linear, it’s networked.

Clinical and research perspectives increasingly recognize that physiological systems interact dynamically across hormonal regulation, inflammation, metabolic pathways, circadian biology, stress responses, and the gut–brain axis.

Functional medicine applies a systems-biology framework rooted in evidence: integrating comprehensive clinical history, advanced diagnostics, and longitudinal pattern recognition rather than binary “normal/abnormal” thresholds.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in symptoms without answers, save this, clarity starts with seeing the whole picture.

https://bit.ly/4qtu9I0

01/22/2026

Testosterone therapy is often misunderstood, and that misunderstanding can delay real care.

After sharing how fatigue, low motivation, and low energy can sometimes be linked to hormones, this is the next part of the conversation.

As Dr. Zahra Jafry, MD, explains, testosterone therapy is considered for men, often in their 40s or beyond, who are experiencing symptoms of hormonal decline and have consistently low testosterone levels confirmed through proper evaluation.

When used appropriately and carefully monitored, testosterone therapy can support improvements in energy, mood, and overall well-being—not by pushing the body beyond normal function, but by helping restore balance.

If feeling “off” has started to feel normal, understanding your options is a meaningful place to start.

Read more about Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT): https://bit.ly/49pkps8

Research shows sleep restriction alone can lower testosterone levels, even in otherwise healthy men. And while true test...
01/21/2026

Research shows sleep restriction alone can lower testosterone levels, even in otherwise healthy men. And while true testosterone deficiency affects a smaller percentage of men, it’s often accompanied by vague symptoms like fatigue, low motivation, and reduced focus.

That’s why proper evaluation matters. Testosterone isn’t assessed in isolation. It requires both symptoms and consistently low morning levels.

When low testosterone is confirmed and appropriately treated, studies show improvements in energy, motivation, focus, and mood, with ripple effects that extend beyond individual health.

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