Rachel Claire Functional Health

07/23/2025

Thinking about coming off birth control but scared sh*tless?

You’re not alone, and you don’t have to figure it out on your own.

In case you haven't heard... birth control really f*cks with your body (gut, hormones, nutrient absorption, etc.).

This course was designed to walk you through the process step by step...

From understanding your hormones to supporting your body naturally before, during, and after stopping HBC. Plus tools to track your cycle so you don't get pregnant if you don't want to!!

I have been off HBC (hormonal birth control) for over 5 years, pregnancy free ✨

07/02/2025

NEW! Blog post collab with AnnaLaura Brown! Learn about autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto's.

https://annalaurabrown.com/understanding-hashimotos-why.../

Understanding Hashimoto's- learn about what Hashimoto's is and how to understand how it affects your thyroid and your entire body.

07/01/2025

I promise I'm not just a random girl on the internet!

I know what it looks like, everyone is a coach for someting or another trying to sell you something but I'm a real person just trying to reach the women that need help with their health (and this is a real client review, not some weird AI-generated thing).

I actually work 1:1 with people just like you most days of the week.

Meeting with my clients is one of my favorite things to do because we get to talk about their life and what is actually helping or hurting them from achieving their health goals.

Ps. I might start taking "walking clients," aka where we meet for a phone session to accomplish two things...
1. Check in on health goals
2. Both get our steps in!

Whatcha think?

If that appeals to you, the time is NOW. I only have a few more 1:1 spots available this month. Book a free consultation to learn more!

07/01/2025

When I first started coaching, I thought giving nutrition tips was enough.

But the truth is… most of my clients came to me after they'd tried that (and all the supplements under the sun). What they really needed was a partner to help them dig deeper... to look at their gut health, hormones, labs, and lifestyle as one connected system (and to keep them accountable!!)

If you're stuck in symptom-chasing mode and ready for a root-cause approach, I'm here.
It’s one of my favorite things to help women uncover what’s actually going on behind fatigue, bloating, period problems, and stubborn weight gain.

Feel free to DM me if you're in that season and want to talk through the next steps of taking a whole-body approach to your health!

& yes, that is a one-eyed cat named Moon and he is an angel 😇

06/12/2025

Let's discuss!!

04/29/2025

This month marks 2 years in business, and I’m feeling incredibly grateful.
Two years ago, I took a leap of faith to follow a gut feeling.

The feeling that I could do more good in my own business than I could in a corporate coaching job.

It hasn’t always been easy (actually it's rarely been easy)... there's been late nights, growing pains, and plenty of typos lmao but every moment has been worth it because of my clients 🥹

Whether you've been a client, referred someone my way, shared a post, sent a kind message, or cheered me on from afar, thank you.

You have helped build something real, something meaningful, and something that fills my cup.

To celebrate, I'm offering a gift:
For the month of May, you’ll receive an entire month of *free* coaching when you sign up for ANY coaching package.

(Yes, free bc I want to give back in a way that truly matters)

If you've been thinking about getting support for your health, your hormones, your energy, or your gut stuff, now is the perfect time.

Here’s to the next chapter and to continuing this journey together 🥂 🥹🫶

04/14/2025

I’m thrilled to share that I’ve completed my 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 through the American College of Lifestyle Medicine!

Although these programs are traditionally geared toward clinicians, I chose to pursue it as part of my continuing education because I want to better serve the women in my wellness community with the up-to-date research-based data!

04/07/2025

If you frequently experience Type 1 or Type 6/7...
We need to chat!

Free health consultations: https://www.rachelclairehhc.com/services-programs

04/03/2025

What is inflammation?

Inflammation is the body's defense mechanism against injury, infection, or toxins.

It get a bad rep :(

It involves the immune system releasing chemicals to protect and heal tissues.

Chronic inflammation (when this response is constant) can contribute to various health issues, including autoimmune conditions, cardiovascular disease, hormone imbalances, and metabolic disorders.

Markers of Inflammation in Blood Tests:

1️⃣ C-Reactive Protein (CRP)

- CRP is produced by the liver in response to inflammation.
- Elevated CRP suggests acute or chronic inflammation, which could be due to infection, autoimmune conditions, or metabolic dysfunction.

2️⃣ High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP)

- A more sensitive version of CRP, hs-CRP detects low-grade systemic inflammation.

3️⃣ Homocysteine

- An amino acid involved in methylation and detoxification.
- High levels can be triggered by oxidative stress and poor detoxification.

4️⃣ Ferritin (Iron Storage)

- Ferritin stores iron, but it’s also an acute-phase reactant, meaning it rises with inflammation and infection.

5️⃣ White Blood Cell (WBC) Count & Differential

- WBCs fight infections and regulate immune responses.

6️⃣ WBC Differential:

Neutrophils: Increase with acute infections or inflammation.

Lymphocytes: Elevate with chronic infections or viral illness.

Monocytes: High levels can indicate chronic inflammation or recovery from infection.

Eosinophils & Basophils: Increase with allergies or parasitic infections.

Need some testing? Book a free consultation (link in bio)

03/25/2025

When your hormones are "normal"

but your cycle/symptoms are not.

It's common for women to get dismissed in healthcare because most things are blamed on our hormone fluctuations or menstrual cycle. I've been there (w/ 4 different doctors)

The fix? Become your own expert by understanding your labs. Hormones, Explained helps you understand what your blood tests are really telling you.

Download the free guide (link in bio ofc)!

Note: If you haven't had your labs tested in the last 12 months I can help! I work with an MD and NP who can order comprehensive testing. Free health consultations too if ya need it!

03/24/2025

This was actually a "low" part of my
health journey...

I still sometimes think about this photo as my "peak," but then I look at it and remember that this was actually when I was most sick

During that time, I had severe gut issues and I was in constant fear of bloating and stomach pain.

My hormones were all over the place too, I was on and off HBC, and it led post-birth control syndrome (yes, that's real).

Mentally, I was struggling too.. anxiety affected my friendships and relationships. I felt isolated. I felt too anxious to make plans or do more than go to work and go to the gym and come home.

It took me years, but I now understand that true health isn't just about looking fit. it's about feeling good mentally and physically.

And that being lean ≠ being healthy!!

This realization shifted my focus to a more functional and holsitic approach, where the goal is a balanced and healthy life, not just a "perfect" body.

That photo represents a time when I may have looked my best, but it wasn't true health.

As challenging as it has been (and still can be mentally), I'm grateful for the journey that has led me to this understanding.

And now I help women find their "true health" without the diets, HITT workouts, or Ozempic 🙌

If you're tired of trying to keep up with the fitness influencers and want to *feel good* while
looking good.. Let's chat!

Book a FREE health consultation to figure out where to start. Link in bio
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If you're new here:
Hey! I'm Rachel, I'm an NBC-HWC functional health coach. I'm partnered with a network of functional doctors, and together, we help women address hormone, gut, thyroid, and autoimmune problems.

03/14/2025

Who has gotten their hormones tested recently?

Every time I had blood work done, I was told it was "normal" and yet I still dealt with hormonal issues like acne, weight gain, period pain, and irregular cycles.

Sound like you?
Here are the lab ranges you actually need to have healthy hormones... https://www.rachelclairehhc.com/hormones-explained

(this is geared toward premenopausal women)