Dr. Sasha Taylor

04/09/2025

Worth tuning into!

What Can Lab Testing Reveal About Autism?

Join us April 16th at 2 PM CT for a powerful conversation during National Autism Acceptance Month! We’re bringing together top experts to break down the science behind the Organic Acids Test (OAT) and how it’s changing the game in autism care.
This is your chance to learn the history, hear the case studies, ask the experts directly and dive deep into the science behind Organic Acids Testing (OAT) and its role in functional medicine for autism care. Don’t miss this engaging discussion filled with practical insights for providers and caregivers alike!

📅 Save your spot now! 👉 https://mosaicdx.com/resource/the-organic-acid-test-oat-autism-a-scientific-breakthrough-in-care/

06/18/2024

I am beyond excited to announce my next adventure!

Introducing Radix Integrative Medicine - an exclusive naturopathic practice.

Radix is the Latin term for “root”: a reminder of where we must investigate and focus to fully transform in all aspects of health and life.

The waitlist is open! Please consider joining (no commitment necessary). We will then reach out with more about what conditions we see, how we treat, scheduling and any other questions you may have directly as the information becomes available.

Check out our website, Instagram and Facebook linked in our bio!

05/31/2024

I have been climbing a lot of mountains lately and have big news on the way!

Thank you to everyone that has stuck around, I can’t wait to share more soon! 🤩

03/08/2024

Daily bowel movement? Great! You are part way there.

It is common for patients to come to us believing they have normal bowel movements because they go 1-2 times per day but that isn’t the whole picture!

Consistency is important! Yes, we mean regularly having a bowel movement but what does it look like? Don’t be shy, we want to know!

💩Do you have hard, lumpy, rabbit pellet stool? This could mean you are dehydrated, have slow transit time due to stress, disease, hormonal concerns, etc or your diet is lacking fiber!

💩Is your stool shaped like a sausage or snake, smooth and soft? Your digestion is most likely running properly! (according to consistency)

💩 Is your stool watery, with no solid pieces? This could mean you are dealing with an acute or chronic infection, inflammation in the colon due to disease, stressors, microbiome disruptions, etc or you may have a food allergy or sensitivity.

🚽Check out the Bristol Stool Chart for more types of stools. This information can give us a great clue into your health!

Let us know what conditions or symptoms you’d like to know more about!
We want to help you identify what is common and what is normal (and the difference between the two)! 👇

02/29/2024

Happy Leap Day!

Leap Day comes around once every 4 years and it’s here today!
To celebrate, check out the fun benefits of jumping (or rebounding) for your health.

🔥 A stronger burn. Higher caloric burn occurs while rebounding because we have to work harder against gravity, the mat and springs. The G-Force created during the bouncing movement causes our exercise body to be up to 3x heavier than normal requiring more of a calorie burn to keep up!

🦴 Bone strengthening. The rebounding motion puts more (good) stress on the muscles, tendons and therefore, bones! Bones under more stress are stronger than those under less or no stress. Osteoporosis is a common issue in the older population of both women and men. Bone density and health is important to start considering sooner than later!

🌀 Improved lymph flow. Our lymphatic system plays an important part in defending the body against harmful attacks and supports optimal organ function! Extra fluid and waste accumulation in the body can lead to many concerns from repeated illness to visible and/or painful swelling as well as hormonal, GI and stress disruptions. Rebounding keeps the body flowing well!

So what are you waiting for? Try to incorporate more jumping into your daily life as a celebration to yourself and this 2024 Leap Day!

02/17/2024

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02/15/2024

Feeling more fatigued in the winter? Can’t quite sleep through the night?

It’s not in your head! Winter is a time of less light exposure in every state. Because of this, melatonin, a hormone produced in the brain, is produced at a slower rate. Melatonin regulates our sleep wake schedule or circadian rhythm.

We are programmed to function with the light of day so guess what? We, like other mammals, are made to slow down in the winter months.

This biological drive to hibernate is rarely conducive with societal expectations. Luckily there are many things we can do to jive with the season and improve our sleep.

Check out our blog for more information!

🥰 Dr. Taylor

09/16/2022

❌No Phone Zones❌

One of the best things we did in our household for not only our family dynamic and our child’s developing mental and emotional health but also our own well-being and relationship was to establish a no phone zone!

Constant or overuse of screens can lead to:
•Eye strain & headaches
•Physical issues (weight gain, poor posture, etc)
•Decreased cognitive ability
•Impaired social skills
•Worsening ADHD, anxiety or depression symptoms
•Weakened emotional judgement
•Decreased immune function

The list goes on and on. I am not saying total avoidance is always the answer but limiting the time spent on devices for adults and children has so much benefit!

Some ideas to start implementing less screen time include:
•Have a basket at the door, everyone drops their devices when they come in at least until after dinner or some other gathering.

•Set screen time timers. Screen time mostly in the middle of the day (not first thing or last thing if you can help it).

•Delete apps you find yourself using “too often”. Having to go through using a browser or the old school method can easily deter us from using as often without that instant gratification we are so accustomed to these days!

•If your business depends on posts/social media, use scheduling methods to automatically post!

•Plan simple (or elaborate) non-device related activities for yourself (gardening, exercise, reading a book, write a letter to a loved one), your partner + you (walk in the woods, start a book out loud together, just talk) or your family (board/card games, outdoor activities, basic errands- teach them how to use the post office even!)

One other subgroup we may forget about that benefits from our attention and less device use are our pets! Spend a little extra time loving and nurturing their growth. The benefits are returned tenfold!

01/25/2022

✨ Light therapy ✨

Why would you want to use light therapy in your day to day life?
• May be an affective treatment for seasonal affective disorder (SAD)
• Helps regulate the natural circadian rhythm especially in darker regions and months
• Option for sleep disorders
• Quick recovery from jet lag
• Supports natural & optimal adrenal function
• Adjust to new (usually nighttime) work or life schedules
• Dementia support and possible prevention
• Safe with low side effect profile
• Simple conjunctive treatment with other therapies

Here are some basics to know before starting:
• It is not always indicated (i.e. if you have light sensitive skin or eye damage or in some cases of bipolar disorder)
• Best started in the fall but you can start any time!
• You should sit within 16-24 inches of the light box
• Eyes should stay open but not looking directly at the light
• 10,000 lux is usually the intensity used
• For most cases, 20-30 minutes first thing in the morning is sufficient and should be performed consistently

Personally, light therapy has been quite a game changer for me moving to the American northeast recently! I wish I started to implement it more even when I lived in the southwest through the darker months.

If you would like more information about light therapy, be sure to talk to your provider. This post is in no way intended to replace medical advice from your provider.

Information source: The Mayo Clinic

01/03/2022

Check it out!

What makes Whole Health Reset different?

It’s no secret that most New Year’s goals/resolutions are not met with success—so, what makes this program different? Easy—the Whole Health Reset is not a detox, health challenge or “crash diet.” Instead, the purpose is to:

1.) Make changes slowly and purposefully.

Each week will focus on one specific aspect of health and empower participants to make simple, positive changes designed to build upon one another. By the end of the 12 week program, you will have the tools and habits required to optimize your full day.

2.) Critically analyze your health and the role your environment in creating long-term wellness.

Making changes seems easy—but, truth is it’s very challenging. And there’s a good reason why. While we often don’t realize it, the environment is constantly influencing decision making. This can either set us up for success or unfortunately, facilitate failure. Instead of changing habits first, we are going to focus on changing the environment you operate in—the byproduct is healthy habits and ease of decision making.

3.) Receive ongoing support to ensure success.

Unfortunately, most health challenges or detox programs leave you high and dry to figure it out on your own. But making purposeful changes is challenging and it’s invaluable to have a partner in the journey. The whole health reset incorporates three one-on-one, individual health coaching sessions, allowing you to talk through challenges, troubleshoot obstacles and individualize the challenge to your goals. We believe this is without a doubt the most valuable benefit of the Whole Health Reset!

If you would like to participate or have questions, you can either:

Call the front desk at (860) 963-2250
Email avenamedical@gmail.com

10/18/2021

It's squash soup season! Check out this simple recipe to make your own.

Ingredients:
2 tablespoons avocado oil
1 large yellow onion, chopped
½ teaspoon sea salt
1 (3-pound) butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
½ tablespoon minced fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
3 to 4 cups vegetable broth
Freshly ground black pepper

For serving:
Chopped parsley
Toasted pepitas

Instructions:
1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, salt, and several grinds of fresh pepper and sauté until soft, 5 to 8 minutes. Add the squash and cook until it begins to soften, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes.
2. Add the garlic, sage, rosemary, and ginger. Stir and cook 30 seconds to 1 minute, until fragrant, then add 3 cups of the broth. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook until the squash is tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
3. Let cool slightly and pour the soup into a blender, working in batches if necessary, and blend until smooth. If your soup is too thick, add up to 1 cup more broth and blend. Season to taste and serve with parsley and pepitas

Let us know how yours turns out!
(Source: Love & Lemons)

08/24/2021