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03/12/2026

03/10/2026

What actually causes low testosterone?

Low testosterone isn’t just about aging — and it’s rarely random.
Most of the time, it’s your body responding to deeper stressors or injuries.

Here are the most common root causes I see 👇
• Insulin resistance- Chronically high insulin suppresses testosterone production and increases conversion to estrogen.

• Chronic stress-Elevated cortisol signals survival over reproduction.

• Poor sleep-Most testosterone is produced during deep sleep. Less sleep = lower levels.

• Excess body fat-Fat tissue increases aromatase, converting testosterone into estrogen.

• Chronic inflammation-Gut dysfunction, autoimmune issues, infections, and toxin exposure interfere with hormone signaling.

• Nutrient deficiencies-Zinc, magnesium, and vitamin D are essential for hormone production.

• Endocrine disruptors-Plastics, fragrances, pesticides, and ultra-processed foods disrupt hormone receptors.

• Physical trauma & injuries-Head injuries, concussions, whiplash, or significant physical trauma can disrupt signaling from the brain leading to low testosterone, sometimes months or years later.

• Chronic pain or overtraining-Ongoing pain, excessive endurance training, or inadequate recovery can suppress testosterone through stress and inflammatory pathways.

Bottom line: Low testosterone is usually a signal, not the root problem.

Address metabolic health, sleep, stress, inflammation, injury history, and nutrient status and hormone levels often improve naturally.

However, sometimes you need testosterone replacement therapy, TRT, to help get you back on the right path to feeling better. JSwellness provides a comprehensive lab workup to check your levels and set up a plan to get you back to feeling your best!

03/07/2026

The intake of legumes—beans, chickpeas, split peas, and lentils—may be the single most important dietary predictor of a long lifespan.

The longest living populations reside in the Blue Zones and not only have daily exercise and social support and engagement, but, nutritionally, they all center their diets around plant foods. The population with perhaps the highest life expectancy in the world doesn’t eat any meat at all—the California Adventist vegetarians.

Would just moving along the spectrum towards eating more plants and less animal foods actually improve lifespan? Study participants were given more points for eating plant-based foods, such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, grains, beans, olive oil, and potatoes, and lost points for any animal fats, eggs, dairy, or any type of meat or meat products, including fish. Eating more plant foods, processed or not, resulted in higher scores and longer lives, compared with consuming any kind of animal products. The maximum score was 60, but even scoring just 40 or more was associated with a 40 percent drop in mortality.

This is evidence that increasing intake of plant-based foods and reducing consumption of foods from animal sources may offer a survival advantage for a longer life.

Watch the videos on NutritionFacts.org to learn more:
“Increased Lifespan from Beans” at https://bit.ly/2q7l6OZ
“Do Flexitarians Live Longer?” at https://bit.ly/2OkZKsG
“Paleo Diet Studies Show Benefits” at https://bit.ly/2EFPL1p

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03/05/2026

03/03/2026

How do I choose which type of magnesium to take?

Not all magnesium is created equal —
the type you choose should match your symptoms, not trends.

Magnesium glycinate
👉 Best for:
• stress
• sleep
• muscle tension
• palpitations
Gentle on the gut. Calming for the nervous system.

Magnesium malate
👉 Best for:
• fatigue
• muscle pain
• fibromyalgia-type symptoms
Supports ATP (energy production).

Magnesium threonate
👉 Best for:
• brain fog
• anxiety
• focus
• memory
Crosses the blood-brain barrier.

Magnesium Taurate
👉 Best for:
• heart palpitations
• blood pressure support
• anxiety with cardiac symptoms
• insulin resistance / metabolic syndrome

Magnesium chloride, oxide, citrate
👉 Best for:
• constipation
• sluggish digestion
Draws water into the bowels — not ideal if you’re prone to loose stools.

Magnesium Sulfate (aka Epsom salt soak)
👉 Best for:
• muscle soreness
• stress relief
• relaxation

Pro tip:
If magnesium causes diarrhea, it could either be too much for your body or just the wrong kind.

Takeaway:
Choose magnesium based on what your body needs, not what’s cheapest on the shelf.

02/26/2026

This right here… is the heart of JS Wellness.

I may be the face you see most often, but our little team is the reason everything runs with excellence, compassion, and integrity every single day.

We care deeply about our patients.
We go above and beyond when no one is watching.
We believe in our mission.

I am beyond thankful for this girl, our hometown wellness clinic, and our amazing patients — not just for what they do, but for who they are.

Building this practice has been one of the greatest blessings of my life… but building it with Tristan and my Patients is what makes it special.

Grateful every single day. 💛

02/25/2026

When you stop eating foods with labels,
your hormones start doing the math for you.

Fat loss isn’t always just about eating less —
it’s about lowering insulin and restoring metabolic signals.

Real food wins every time.

02/24/2026

We love our Plated exosomes. Come get yours today at JSwellness!

02/17/2026

Healthy skin isn’t about perfection; It’s about care, consistency, and expert guidance. If you’re ready to invest in skin that looks and fills its best, we’re here to help you start.

Book your skin consultation today!

02/10/2026

Supplements only work if you take them correctly.

Timing and food matter more than most people realize.

Some supplements need fat to be absorbed.
Others are stimulating and should be taken earlier in the day.
Some are calming and work best at night.

Taking the right supplement at the wrong time or without food can mean:
Poor absorption
Upset stomach
Little to no benefit

At JSwellness, we start with assessment and draw labs to help customize what your body needs.