Claudia Arregoytia, MD, ND, IFMCP

Claudia Arregoytia, MD, ND, IFMCP Functional Medicine Doctor. Personalized Solutions for Optimal Metabolic Health and Longevity.

12/12/2025

“Enter this new day with a gratitude for this new chance to create your dreams.” -Avina Celeste

12/11/2025

Estrogen & Weight Gain 👇

The fear of gaining weight is one of the main reasons women are often hesitant to take estrogen in any form—whether it’s for contraception or at menopause.

So is the fear valid?

A recent report (involving a complex literature search and a summary of 10 studies) found that NO!

Just the opposite, actually.

Estrogen taken as the pill or as hormone replacement at menopause INCREASED metabolism (resting energy expenditure)—suggesting it may actually protect against weight gain.

I’m not suggesting women should take estrogen to lose weight, but information is power.

The better we understand these mechanisms, the more informed choices we can make.

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Can you relate? There are some patterns I see in the clients who get the best results working with me, and here are some...
12/10/2025

Can you relate?

There are some patterns I see in the clients who get the best results working with me, and here are some of them. They tend to…

▪️Take accountability for their current health state and willing to work to reverse it
▪️ Sense all their symptoms are connected but need help figuring out how
▪️ Believe that it’s possible for the body to heal if you give it what it needs
▪️ Want to make positive changes but feel frustrated by all the mixed and misinformation

If you’re nodding your head to any of those things, then we’re a perfect match!

I use functional medicine to help you get optimal health!

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How to make visualization work for you ⬇️One of the things I see again and again in my patients who create dramatic impr...
12/09/2025

How to make visualization work for you ⬇️

One of the things I see again and again in my patients who create dramatic improvements in their health is that they have a clear vision of their WHY and what they are working toward.

There is no ONE right way to do this, but these steps can get you started:

Be clear on your goal (better digestion, weight loss, less anxiety, or whatever it is)
Write down what your life will look like when you reach your goal. Include lots of details.
Create a visual (drawing, vision board, or just a few key words) to capture this vision.
Place the visual reminder somewhere you will see it every day.
Take one small action every day toward that goal.

I’d love to hear if you have used visualization to reach your goals. Drop me an emoji in the comments if it works for you!

12/08/2025

📢 New Research Alert

Can nutritional supplements help people with acne?

Researchers asked that question in a review of 42 studies just published in JAMA Dermatology.

They found:

🔹 The highest quality studies showed potential benefits from vitamin D, green tea extract, and probiotics.

🔹 Other studies suggested benefits from vitamin B5, omega-3 fatty acids, and gamma linoleic acid.

🔹 Zinc was the most commonly studied nutrient, but it only showed benefit in half the studies. Higher doses were more helpful but were also associated with adverse effects.

This type of review is helpful because it allows us to take a birds-eye view of all of the research to date rather than just one individual study.

It’s limited by only looking at supplements rather than foods and dietary patterns, but it’s good evidence that nutrition can make a difference for skin health!

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12/05/2025

Science-backed benefits of meditation👇

I’ve been talking a lot about mindset, and one of the most common questions coming up is:

How do I change my mindset?

There are lots of ways to go about this, but one science-backed way is through meditation!

Research shows that meditation literally changes the brain to:

✔️ Calm the “lizard brain” (amygdala)
✔️ Reduce anxiety
✔️ Manage eating behaviors
✔️ Increase pain tolerance
✔️ Improve sleep
✔️ Relieve stress

If you’re meditation-curious, you can dip your toe in (just 5 minutes a day!) with an app like HeadSpace of Calm.

Schedule your free discovery call! Link in my bio!

Searching for the right functional medicine support can feel overwhelming. That's why we've created this simple checklis...
12/04/2025

Searching for the right functional medicine support can feel overwhelming. That's why we've created this simple checklist! By following these points and being aware of potential red flags, you'll be well-equipped to find a practice that aligns with your health goals and supports you on your path to vibrant well-being.

Claim your FREE copy now! 🎁 Click the link in my bio

Here’s the difference: 🔹 People with a growth mindset believe they can change. They embrace challenges. They see failure...
12/03/2025

Here’s the difference:

🔹 People with a growth mindset believe they can change. They embrace challenges. They see failure as an opportunity to learn.

🔹 People with a fixed mindset believe they are innately good at something or not. Smart or not. They may be hesitant to try new things for fear of failure.

Truth is—like with all mindsets—that we all fall somewhere along the continuum.

But when it comes to health, I see many benefits of embracing a growth mindset ↗️

When we believe our bodies and brains can change, we are more motivated to better ourselves, whether that’s through what we eat, how we move, or choices we make.

These mindsets were first researched and described by Stanford psychologist, Carol Dweck.

She found that mindset translates to performance.

Mindset work is subtle and may seem less powerful than something like changing your diet.

But our mindset can influence the outcome of everything else we do.

Schedule a free discovery call with me! Link in my bio!

Ways to Get Healthy 🎉I am more committed than ever to helping you achieve optimal health! Here are the ways to work with...
12/02/2025

Ways to Get Healthy 🎉

I am more committed than ever to helping you achieve optimal health!

Here are the ways to work with me:

🔹 At my teaching clinic at Bastyr Center for Natural Health, where I supervise functional medicine medical students.

🔹 At the Wei Wellness, were I take Premera, Regence and Cigna Insurance

🔹 At my telehealth concierge cash based practice

Drop me a message if you’re wondering where to start 💬

I have some HUGE NEWS to share! 🎉I’m thrilled to announce that I’m setting up my new home base at Wei Wellness! This bea...
12/02/2025

I have some HUGE NEWS to share! 🎉

I’m thrilled to announce that I’m setting up my new home base at Wei Wellness! This beautiful new location allows me to expand and enhance the personalized care you’ve come to expect.

I’m ready to help you optimize your health and well-being with a wide range of cutting-edge services, including:

-Functional, Longevity & Lifestyle Medicine
-Personalized Peptide therapy
-Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT)
-Metabolic Optimization & Weight Loss Support
-Advanced Biomarker Testing
-IV Nutrient Therapy & Nutrition Counseling
-Natural Aesthetics & Biofeedback
-Adjunctive & Personalized Primary Care

My books are open! Ready to start your journey to better health?

Great News on Insurance! I accept Regence, Premera, and Cigna.

Visit my website (link in bio!) or book your free discovery call today!

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Kirkland, WA

Telephone

+14255532937

Website

https://linkin.bio/drclaudiaarregoytia

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