What are the opening hours?

Monday 9am - 5pm Tuesday 9am - 5pm Wednesday 9am - 5pm Thursday 10am - 5pm

Upstream Functional Medicine

Home
United States
Colorado Springs, CO
Upstream Functional Medicine

We help individuals and families become the pioneers of their own health and facilitate their body's natural ability to heal.

04/13/2026

The thoughts you nurture have a direct impact on your well-being. 🌞 Positive, mindful thinking can support emotional balance, reduce stress, and help your body thrive. Take time each day to cultivate mental habits that bring health and happiness into your life. 🫶🏻

04/12/2026

🧠 Chronic stress does more than drain your energy. It can interfere with how clearly you think.

Research published in JAMA Network Open found that higher stress levels are linked to changes in cognitive function, including memory, focus, and learning ability. Individuals experiencing elevated stress were also more likely to have unmanaged cardiovascular risk factors and lifestyle challenges like inactivity, weight gain, and smoking. Even when researchers accounted for those factors, people with higher stress were still significantly more likely to experience cognitive difficulties.

❤️ The good news is that resilience can be built. Supporting your body and nervous system through daily habits can help buffer the effects of stress over time.

Helpful stress supportive practices include:
🧘 Regular movement or exercise
🥗 Nourishing, balanced meals
😴 Consistent and restorative sleep
🤝 Meaningful social connection
🧠 Mindfulness, prayer, or spiritual practices

These habits not only help manage stress in the moment, but also strengthen your mind and body so you are better equipped to handle stress long term.

☎️ Want to learn how stress may be impacting your health and what you can do about it? Contact our office to start the conversation.

04/11/2026

Your body and mind work together to support your overall well-being. 🌸 Caring for your body through nutrition, movement, and rest helps your mind guide your choices with clarity and purpose. Treat both with attention and compassion for a healthier, more balanced life. ⚖️

04/10/2026

😰 When gut health is out of balance, the effects can show up far beyond digestion.

A healthy gut supports proper breakdown and absorption of nutrients, maintains a balanced microbiome, and keeps the gastrointestinal tract functioning smoothly. When those systems are stressed, the impact can ripple through the entire body.

🔥 Signs your gut may need extra support can include:

• Frequent illness or lowered immune response
• Hormonal disruption
• Food sensitivities or intolerances
• Anxiety, low mood, or emotional changes
• Unexpected weight changes
• Skin concerns like acne or psoriasis
• Brain fog or trouble concentrating

🌟 Supporting gut health starts with understanding what is happening inside your digestive system and how factors like stress, diet, and lifestyle affect the microbiome.

📞 If you are ready to uncover the root cause behind your gut related symptoms, reach out to our office to begin your healing journey.

04/09/2026

Your body is capable of more than you think. 💪 Often the biggest limits are the ones we place on ourselves. Shifting your mindset can improve not only how you move and perform but also how you feel mentally, emotionally, and physically. Start believing in your body’s potential today. ✨

04/08/2026

Omega 3 fatty acids are often missing from the modern diet, yet they play a powerful role in overall health. ❤️ These essential fats cannot be made by the body, which means we need to get them consistently from food or supplements.

So why do Omega 3s matter?

❤️ Heart health support
Omega 3s help regulate triglyceride levels in the blood, which is an important marker for cardiovascular health.

🌸 Hormone and cycle support
Adequate Omega 3 intake has been shown to help ease menstrual discomfort and support hormone balance through their anti inflammatory effects.

👁 Metabolic balance
Research suggests higher Omega 3 intake may improve insulin sensitivity, supporting stable blood sugar and metabolic health.

🤍 Emotional well being
Studies have linked Omega 3 intake to reduced anxiety during pregnancy and improved mental health support in certain neurological conditions.

🧠 Brain health
Omega 3s play a role in brain function and have been studied for their therapeutic support in conditions like schizophrenia.

The richest dietary sources of Omega 3s come from seafood, especially wild caught fish such as salmon, shrimp, tilapia, and lobster. 🐟 Aim to include fresh, high quality fish regularly to take advantage of these benefits.

Need help creating a nutrition plan that fits your body and lifestyle? Contact our office for personalized guidance. 📩

04/07/2026

Discover bold flavors with this Potato and Olive Quiche! 🥔

This quiche is gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegetarian, making it allergy friendly. You can swap the potatoes for winter squash if you are sensitive to nightshades.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound potatoes (Yukon Gold preferred)

• 6 eggs

• ¾ cup olives in herbs and olive oil

• ½ cup roasted red peppers, chopped

• ½ cup coconut cream

• 3-4 tbsp sesame seeds

• ½ tsp sea salt

• ½ tsp dried oregano

• ½ tsp sumac

• ¼ tsp cumin

• Black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Boil potatoes with sea salt until tender. Drain and cut into eighths when cool.

2. Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a medium casserole dish.

3. Blend eggs, coconut cream, salt, and pepper until combined.

4. Add potatoes, oregano, sumac, and cumin. Pulse a few times so the potatoes stay in small chunks.

5. Pour the mixture into the dish and top evenly with olives and roasted peppers. Sprinkle extra oregano and sesame seeds around the edge to form a nice crust.

6. Bake for 30 minutes until golden and slightly puffed in the center.

Let us know how your quiche turns out in the comments! 😋

04/06/2026

⭐ Self care only works when it is something you can actually sustain ⭐

Wellness should support your life, not compete with it. If a routine feels overwhelming or unrealistic for your schedule, it becomes another source of stress instead of a tool for healing. Lasting health comes from habits that fit into real life, even on busy days 🧡

Here are a few ways to make self care feel doable and supportive:

🛌 Honor rest as part of health
Rest is not the opposite of productivity. Ongoing stress can disrupt hormones and contribute to long term health challenges, making recovery just as important as effort.

🧘 Keep things simple
More is not always better. If a habit feels complicated, hard to maintain, or adds pressure, it is probably not the right fit for you.

🤝 Work with the right support
Choose a provider who values food and lifestyle foundations, recommends supplements thoughtfully, and encourages you to ask questions and stay involved in your care.

When your approach to wellness feels aligned, realistic, and calming, real change becomes possible.

📞 Reach out to our office to begin creating a path to health that feels supportive, sustainable, and true to you.

04/05/2026

Happy Easter! 🌸🐰 Spending time with friends who lift you up isn’t just good for the soul, it’s good for your health too. Strong friendships can reduce stress, boost mood, support heart health, and even help you live longer. 🫶 Celebrate the season by nurturing the connections that make you feel your best.

04/04/2026

🥰 Friendships and meaningful connections matter more than we often realize 🥰

The relationships you build outside of family play a powerful role in both physical and emotional health. Humans are wired for connection. Long before modern life, survival depended on strong social bonds. Research observing social animals has shown that consistent, positive interaction within a group was a key factor in resilience and longevity.

🫶 Here are five ways friendships support your health and well-being 🫶

1️⃣ Friends support a longer life
Large studies have shown that strong social connections are linked to higher survival rates, while chronic loneliness is associated with increased risks for heart disease, anxiety, and depression.

2️⃣ Friends strengthen belonging and self worth
Feeling seen and accepted by even one trusted person can reduce feelings of isolation and support emotional resilience.

3️⃣ Friends help regulate stress
Supportive friendships offer companionship and emotional safety, which can lower stress levels and increase overall life satisfaction.

4️⃣ Friends keep your brain engaged
Good friends encourage growth, curiosity, and healthy challenges. New experiences and shared goals help keep the brain adaptable and support cognitive flexibility.

5️⃣ Friends influence healthy habits
The people you spend time with shape daily choices, from food to movement to mindset. Surrounding yourself with supportive friends reinforces behaviors that support long term health.

When friendships align with your values and bring out your best self, you are actively supporting a key pillar of holistic wellness. That care naturally extends into other areas of your life.

👉 Tag or share this with a friend who has made your life better just by being in it 💛

04/03/2026

Focusing on gratitude is not just good for your mindset it is good for your whole body. 🧘 Taking a moment each day to notice what you are thankful for can reduce stress, boost immunity, support emotional balance, and brighten your overall sense of well-being. Start small and let the ripple effect transform your day. ✨

04/02/2026

🐔 Protein is essential for staying strong and healthy, but getting enough can be tricky, especially for women.

Protein is constantly being used in the body, so we need to replenish it through foods or supplements. If we don’t get enough, the body starts taking it from other sources. Skeletal muscle is the main protein store, so low protein intake can lead to muscle loss. 💪 This matters because low muscle mass is linked to cognitive decline, insulin resistance, inflammation, and more.

How much protein you need depends on many factors including body size, age, s*x, activity level, hormones, and genetics. ⚖️

Work with a knowledgeable practitioner to calculate your protein needs and create a plan to get them throughout the day. Focus on whole food sources like:
🥚 Eggs
🍗 Chicken breast
🦃 Ground turkey
🐟 Tuna
🥜 Nut butters
🌱 Black beans
🌰 Almonds and pecans

📲 Message us if you want guidance on getting the right nutrients for optimal health.

Address

1915 Democracy Point, Suite 200
Colorado Springs, CO
80908

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm

Telephone

+17194285141

Website

https://www.upstreamfunctionalmedicine.com/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Upstream Functional Medicine posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Address
Telephone
Opening Hours
Alerts
Contact The Practice
Claim ownership or report listing

Want your practice to be the top-listed Clinic in Colorado Springs?

What makes us different

Upstream Functional Medicine is a unique player in the wellness industry, taking an innovative approach to providing health and wellness services that will leave you feeling stronger and healthier. We provide our clients with a variety of options when it comes to managing their overall well-being. Make the positive lifestyle change you’ve been wanting; see what Upstream Functional Medicine has to offer you. Upstream Functional Medicine offers all-inclusive packages with an intensive “whole person” approach to treating various medical conditions. We partner with you to help you live a healthier, longer life. This is the only way we want to practice medicine.