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Wellness of the Mind, Body and Spirit provides you with a healthy, holistic foundation and approach to life. Integrative and Functional Medicine.

Board-certified in Integrative Medicine, Dr. Lisa Mainier helps patients in Erie, PA optimize health through lifestyle, prevention, and personalized care. Each client’s care is individualized based on history, genetic makeup, nutritional standing, environmental exposures, previous treatments, and lifestyle issues. Lisa is ready to partner with you to address your health issues and medical conditions in an integrative fashion: as a whole person; mind, body and spirit to inspire you to achieve your personal wellness goals.

10/28/2025

Ginger: A Natural Remedy for Nausea and Digestive Health

Ginger has been used for centuries as both a culinary spice and a healing herb—and for good reason. Its natural compounds, including gingerols and shogaols, provide powerful anti-inflammatory and digestive support.

Key Benefits of Ginger:
• Eases nausea – Effective for motion sickness, pregnancy-related nausea, and post-meal upset.
• Supports digestion – Stimulates saliva and bile production to help break down food and ease bloating or gas.
• Soothes the gut – Calms the intestinal lining and promotes healthy motility.
• Reduces inflammation – Helps manage systemic inflammation that can affect the joints, gut, and immune system.

Enjoy ginger fresh, brewed as tea, or added to meals and smoothies for daily support.

At Salus Integrative Medicine in Erie, PA, Dr. Lisa Mainier helps patients use integrative, evidence-based approaches—including nutrition and botanicals—to support optimal gut and overall health.

Schedule your consultation: https://drlisamainier.com/contact-me/

10/26/2025

Feeling Foggy? Let’s Talk About Brain Fog

Ever feel like your mind is in a haze—forgetful, unfocused, or just mentally tired? You’re not alone. “Brain fog” isn’t a diagnosis, but it can signal underlying issues that affect how your brain functions.

At Salus Integrative Medicine in Erie, PA, Dr. Lisa Mainier takes a whole-person approach to help you regain clarity, focus, and energy by addressing root causes.

Common Triggers:
• Poor sleep quality or irregular patterns
• Nutrient deficiencies or high-sugar diets
• Gut imbalances and inflammation
• Hormonal changes (especially during menopause)
• Chronic stress or lack of movement

Simple Ways to Clear the Fog:
• Eat more colorful vegetables and omega-3-rich foods
• Prioritize consistent, restorative sleep
• Move daily to boost circulation and oxygen
• Practice mindfulness or relaxation techniques

Integrative care can uncover hidden factors affecting your focus, mood, and cognition.
Learn more or schedule a visit: https://drlisamainier.com/foggy-brain-and-poor-focus-causes-and-natural-ways-to-improve-cognition/

10/14/2025

Magnesium is one of the most important foundational nutrients in your body—supporting over 300 biochemical reactions that keep your brain, heart, and muscles healthy. Yet, many people are deficient without realizing it.

What makes magnesium especially powerful is how different forms serve different functions:

Magnesium Citrate – Supports digestion and regularity by relaxing the intestinal muscles, making it ideal for gut health and relieving mild constipation.

Magnesium L-Threonate – The only form known to cross the blood-brain barrier, helping improve focus, memory, mood, and sleep quality.

Magnesium Glycinate – A gentle, highly absorbable form that promotes relaxation, reduces anxiety, and supports muscle recovery.

Choosing the right magnesium supplement means giving your body what it truly needs—whether that’s digestive support, better sleep, or calm focus. Magnesium is a small mineral with big impact, and it’s one of the best places to start for restoring balance naturally.

Contact me to learn more: https://drlisamainier.com/contact-me/

10/12/2025

Stress does more than affect your mood—it can take a serious toll on your metabolic and cardiovascular health. Chronic stress raises cortisol levels, disrupts blood sugar balance, and increases the risk of heart disease over time.

In my latest article I explain how stress impacts your body and offer holistic strategies to restore balance through lifestyle, nutrition, and mind-body techniques.

Read more here:
👉 https://drlisamainier.com/how-stress-affects-metabolic-and-cardiovascular-health/

09/28/2025

Better Than Coffee? Try Matcha Tea

Looking for a natural energy boost without the jitters? Matcha tea—served hot or iced—is packed with powerful health benefits that go beyond caffeine.

Why Matcha Stands Out:

🍵 Rich in antioxidants that fight free radicals
🍵 Anti-inflammatory and supports immune health
🍵 May reduce cancer risk with protective compounds
🍵 Boosts brain health, focus, and calm alertness
🍵 Supports heart and cardiovascular health

Unlike coffee, matcha delivers steady energy and mental clarity thanks to its unique balance of caffeine and L-theanine.

Sip smart—your body and mind will thank you!

09/21/2025

Gut health isn’t just about probiotics! 🌱

Most people have heard of probiotics — the “good bacteria” that support digestion and immunity. But did you know they can’t do the job alone? They need prebiotics, which are the fibers that feed them, and postbiotics, which are the powerful compounds probiotics create that help reduce inflammation, strengthen the gut lining, and even support mood and metabolism.

When these three work together, they keep your microbiome balanced, improve nutrient absorption, and protect your overall health. Unfortunately, stress, diet, illness, and medications can disrupt this balance — which is why it’s so important to know how to nourish all three.

In her latest article, Dr. Lisa Mainier explains the difference between probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics, and how to incorporate them into your diet and lifestyle in a way that supports your long-term wellness. If you’ve ever wondered whether you should be taking a supplement, adding more fiber, or simply choosing the right foods, this breakdown is for you.

👉 Read the full article here: https://drlisamainier.com/probiotics-prebiotics-and-postbiotics/

09/14/2025

🥜💙 Walnuts: The Best Nuts for Omega-3s 💙🥜
Looking for a simple way to support your heart, brain, and hormone health? Walnuts are the top nut source of plant-based omega-3 fatty acids (ALA), making them a powerhouse for overall wellness.

✅ Support cardiovascular health
✅ Reduce inflammation
✅ Boost brain function
✅ Promote hormonal balance

At Salus Integrative Medicine in Erie, PA, Dr. Lisa Mainier helps patients optimize nutrition and lifestyle choices to prevent illness and support long-term health. Adding a small handful of walnuts to your daily routine is an easy, delicious step toward better health.

📍 Salus Integrative Medicine – Dr. Lisa Mainier | Erie, PA
📞 Contact us today: https://drlisamainier.com/contact-me/

09/07/2025

Monosodium Glutamate (MSG): More Than a Flavor Booster

MSG is commonly added to foods to enhance flavor—but did you know it’s also a neurotransmitter? In the brain, glutamate acts as a chemical messenger, influencing mood, cognition, and overall brain health.

For some people, high intake of MSG may be linked to:

▪️Headaches or migraines
▪️Brain fog
▪️Changes in mood or energy
▪️Sensitivity reactions

✅ Tip: MSG often hides on labels under names like “hydrolyzed protein,” “yeast extract,” or simply “flavor enhancer.”

Being mindful of your intake can help protect both your body and your brain.

09/02/2025

Hormonal Optimization for Energy, Focus, and Longevity

Fatigue. Brain fog. Mood swings. Difficulty sleeping. Weight gain. These symptoms may seem like part of a busy life or aging — but they often point to something deeper: hormonal imbalance. At Salus Integrative Medicine in Erie, PA, Dr. Lisa Mainier helps both men and women restore energy, focus, and long-term vitality through safe, personalized hormonal optimization.

Why Hormones Matter for Health and Longevity

Hormones are chemical messengers that influence nearly every system in the body — energy levels, metabolism, sleep, mental clarity, immune function, and more. When hormone levels are too low, too high, or out of sync, they can disrupt your physical and emotional well-being.

Common symptoms of hormonal imbalance in women and men include:

• Low energy or fatigue
• Brain fog or poor concentration
• Decreased libido or sexual function
• Mood changes or anxiety
• Insomnia or disrupted sleep
• Weight gain, especially around the abdomen
• Loss of muscle mass or increased body fat
• Menstrual irregularities (in women)
• Erectile dysfunction (in men)

Dr. Mainier takes a comprehensive, root-cause approach to addressing these concerns — not just treating symptoms, but restoring optimal function.

How Dr. Mainier Assesses Hormonal Health
At Salus Integrative Medicine, hormonal optimization begins with a thorough evaluation of your health history, lifestyle, and symptoms. Dr. Mainier uses:

• Detailed lab testing of key hormones, including estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA, cortisol, thyroid hormones, and insulin
• Assessment of nutrient levels and gut health, both of which influence hormone balance
• Review of lifestyle factors such as stress, sleep, physical activity, and toxin exposure

This integrative assessment ensures that any hormone therapy or lifestyle intervention is grounded in your unique biology.

Personalized, Evidence-Based Treatment Plans

Hormonal optimization with Dr. Mainier is not one-size-fits-all. Treatment plans are customized based on your lab results, goals, and health status and may include:

• Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) using creams, patches, or other safe delivery systems
• Targeted nutritional support including vitamins, minerals, and botanicals that support endocrine health
• Lifestyle changes to optimize sleep, stress resilience, and blood sugar regulation
• Mind-body practices such as mindfulness, breathwork, or yoga, which support hormonal and nervous system balance

Dr. Mainier focuses on safe, low-dose, physiologic hormone support — always guided by evidence and frequent monitoring. Her goal is to help you feel more like yourself again, not to push hormone levels beyond natural ranges.

Hormonal Support for Men and Women

Hormonal changes affect both sexes — though in different ways and at different life stages.
• Women may benefit from hormonal support during perimenopause, menopause, or after childbirth.
• Men may experience andropause, or age-related testosterone decline, leading to fatigue, decreased strength, and mental fog.

Dr. Mainier works with individuals of all genders to improve vitality, protect cognitive health, support metabolism, and promote healthy aging.

Feel Like Yourself Again — with Expert, Integrative Care

Hormonal optimization is about more than numbers on a lab report — it’s about restoring your quality of life, mental clarity, and energy to do the things you love. At Salus Integrative Medicine, Dr. Lisa Mainier offers compassionate, science-based care to help you feel your best—now and in the decades ahead.

Ready to get started? Contact Dr. Mainier at Salus Integrative Medicine in Erie, PA to schedule your consultation: https://drlisamainier.com/contact-me/

Further Reading
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/balance-hormones

08/24/2025

High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS): Hiding in Plain Sight

Food companies know many people avoid HFCS, so they often disguise it under different names on labels. While it may look different, it’s the same added sugar linked to weight gain, fatty liver, and insulin resistance.

Watch out for these hidden names:

🍬 Corn syrup
🍬 Glucose syrup
🍬 Maize syrup
🍬 Tapioca syrup
🍬 Fruit fructose
🍬 Isoglucose
🍬 HFCS-55 or HFCS-90

⚠️ Tip: If a label lists any of these near the top of the ingredients, the product is likely loaded with hidden sugars. Reading labels carefully is one of the best steps you can take to protect your health.

08/17/2025

Struggling with mood swings, constant fatigue, or low energy despite a full night's sleep? Your hormones—and your sleep cycle—may be the missing link. 💤✨

In my latest blog post, I unpack how:

• Lack of deep sleep disrupts key hormones like cortisol (stress), leptin (fullness), and growth hormone (restoration)—leading to mood dips and sluggish mornings
• Reproductive hormones like estrogen and progesterone, especially during menstrual cycles or menopause, can dramatically impact sleep quality and emotional balance
• Syncing your circadian rhythm—with consistent wake times and morning light exposure—can recalibrate your hormones and lift your mood
• Lifestyle tweaks—like cutting evening screen time, prioritizing quality rest, and staying active—make a world of difference!

Ready to sleep smarter and feel more emotionally grounded? Learn how to tune into your body’s rhythm and reclaim your vitality.

https://drlisamainier.com/sleep-mood-and-hormones-how-its-all-connected/

08/03/2025

The terms integrative medicine and alternative medicine are often used interchangeably—but they are not the same. At Salus Integrative Medicine in Erie, PA, Dr. Lisa Mainier helps patients understand the key differences and why evidence-based integrative care is designed to work with conventional medicine—not replace it. If you’re looking for whole-person care that respects both science and the wisdom of lifestyle interventions, here’s what sets integrative medicine apart. Read our latest blog post for more information: https://drlisamainier.com/integrative-medicine-vs-alternative-medicine-why-its-not-the-same/

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