Health+Hormones

Health+Hormones I am a certified family nurse practitioner focusing on bioidentical hormone optimization to improve quality of life.

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Last year asked a lot of your body.Stress, skipped sleep, caffeine instead of breakfast, and somehow, you still kept sho...
01/06/2026

Last year asked a lot of your body.

Stress, skipped sleep, caffeine instead of breakfast, and somehow, you still kept showing up.

But here’s what most people miss:

Hormones don’t just bounce back from burnout.

Cortisol, thyroid, and s*x hormones adapt to stress... until they can’t.

Rebuilding resilience isn’t about doing more.

It’s about creating space for your biology to recover.

That’s not laziness. It’s leadership over your health.

If you’re ready to restore energy, focus, and hormonal balance, start by honoring the recovery phase as the most productive one.

→ Learn how we help patients rebuild hormonal resilience from the inside out.

Most people assume lack of discipline is why a diet stops working.But the real issue is often the physiology underneath ...
01/05/2026

Most people assume lack of discipline is why a diet stops working.

But the real issue is often the physiology underneath it.

When hormones or insulin sensitivity are disrupted, your body isn’t in a state that responds predictably to restriction.

In fact, dieting can make things worse.

Here’s why:

• Low or imbalanced hormones (thyroid, testosterone, estrogen, progesterone) slow metabolic signaling. So your body conserves energy instead of burning it.

• High cortisol (chronic stress) increases cravings, disrupts sleep, and encourages fat storage around the midsection.

• Impaired insulin sensitivity makes it harder to regulate hunger, stabilize energy, or access stored fuel. So you eat less… and feel worse.

• Inflammation and poor recovery lower your capacity to train and rebuild muscle, which further slows metabolism.

When the internal systems that control appetite, energy, and metabolism aren’t regulated, no diet can produce sustainable results.

You’re pushing against biology, not behavior.

This is why the most effective starting point isn’t restriction.
It’s regulation.

Once your hormones, insulin patterns, sleep, and recovery are aligned, your body becomes responsive again, and your effort actually works.

→ Curious whether your hormones or insulin sensitivity are impacting your progress?
Start with a personalized metabolic evaluation that shows you what’s really driving the struggle.

New space. Expanded services. A more private experience.Join us for an open house at our new location and take a closer ...
01/02/2026

New space. Expanded services. A more private experience.

Join us for an open house at our new location and take a closer look at how care is evolving — through thoughtful conversations, education, and event-only booking incentives.

📍 440 State Street, Garner, IA
🗓 January 5 | 5–7 PM

Stop by, tour the space, and connect one-on-one.

No pressure. Just clarity.

Big things are happening.We’re stepping into a new chapter, and we’re excited to share what’s ahead.The Perfect Derma Pe...
12/27/2025

Big things are happening.
We’re stepping into a new chapter, and we’re excited to share what’s ahead.

The Perfect Derma Peel is coming soon
A results-driven peel known for visible skin renewal with minimal downtime. More details to come.

New Location:
440 State Street
Garner, IA 50438

Open House
January 5
5:00–7:00 PM

Join us for an evening of light refreshments, conversation, and a first look at our new space. A Biote representative will also be present to answer questions and share education around hormone optimization.

We look forward to welcoming you and celebrating this next phase together.

Merry Christmas 🤍Sending warm holiday wishes your way. May this season bring you rest, reflection, and a sense of quiet ...
12/25/2025

Merry Christmas 🤍

Sending warm holiday wishes your way. May this season bring you rest, reflection, and a sense of quiet joy as the year comes to a close.

It can support multiple life stages when clinically appropriate.
12/23/2025

It can support multiple life stages when clinically appropriate.

It’s about support, balance, and quality of life.
12/22/2025

It’s about support, balance, and quality of life.

We’re on the move.Our in-person office will be closed December 22–January 4 as we prepare for our relocation to our new ...
12/22/2025

We’re on the move.

Our in-person office will be closed December 22–January 4 as we prepare for our relocation to our new space:
📍 440 State St, Garner, IA 50438

We can’t wait to welcome you in.

Open House
January 5 | 5–7 PM
Stop by, see the new space, and say hello.

A representative from Biote will be onsite for anyone who’d like to learn more about pellet therapy.

(This is simply an option — my approach to care remains the same, thoughtful and individualized.)

I’ll also be expanding services to include neurotoxin and filler treatments in the new location.

If you need labs or a follow-up visit during our closure, please reach out — we’ll do our best to coordinate something that works.

Thank you for your patience and continued trust.

It’s often the first signal — not the last.
12/21/2025

It’s often the first signal — not the last.

Many women experience shifts years before menopause is discussed.
12/20/2025

Many women experience shifts years before menopause is discussed.

Chronic exhaustion deserves investigation — not dismissal.
12/19/2025

Chronic exhaustion deserves investigation — not dismissal.

Age, history, lifestyle, and goals all matter.
12/18/2025

Age, history, lifestyle, and goals all matter.

Address

440 State Street
Clear Lake, IA
50438

Opening Hours

Tuesday 8am - 3pm
Thursday 8am - 3pm
Sunday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

+16419384391

Website

https://healthhormonesclinic.practicebetter.io/#/68adea31865adecb4d022eaf/bookings

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