Tiffany Themas DC, BSN, RN

09/06/2025

Cortisol: Your Body’s Stress Hormone

Cortisol often gets labeled as “bad,” but the truth is—it’s essential for survival. This hormone, produced by your adrenal glands, helps regulate blood sugar, manage inflammation, control your sleep-wake cycle, and gives you the extra energy boost you need in moments of stress.

The problem isn’t cortisol itself—it’s when cortisol stays too high for too long. Chronic elevation can lead to:
• Weight gain (especially around the midsection)
• Blood sugar imbalances
• Weakened immune function
• Disrupted sleep
• Hormonal imbalances
• Brain fog and mood swings

Your body is designed to handle short bursts of cortisol (like running late, tough workouts, or sudden stress). But today’s world often keeps us in “always on” mode, which means cortisol never really gets the chance to come back down.

That’s where these 9 hidden triggers come in (swipe to see!). Poor sleep, high sugar, excess caffeine, skipping meals, chronic stress, and more can all keep your cortisol elevated.

The good news? Small, intentional changes in your daily habits can help bring cortisol back into balance—so your body feels calmer, stronger, and more resilient.

✨ Start by picking ONE trigger to focus on this week and notice how your energy, sleep, or mood shifts.

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09/01/2025

For the love of Herbs!🪴 💕🙌🏻

08/25/2025

✨ Your thyroid does so much more than just regulate metabolism — it influences energy, mood, focus, weight, and even your immune system.

In functional medicine, we look beyond just TSH. While traditional testing often stops there, we dive deeper into T3, T4, Reverse T3, and thyroid antibodies to see the whole picture.

👩‍⚕️ Why? Because low energy, brain fog, or weight changes can still happen even if your “labs are normal.” Functional medicine asks why the imbalance is happening, not just how to cover it up.

By understanding your unique thyroid patterns, we can:
✅ Identify nutrient deficiencies
✅ Support gut and liver health (where conversion happens!)
✅ Calm immune triggers driving autoimmunity
✅ Balance stress + adrenal function that impacts Reverse T3

When we treat the root cause, your body can finally get back into balance. 💛

08/20/2025

Cholesterol often gets a bad reputation, but it actually plays many essential roles in your body. Here’s what it does:

✅ What Cholesterol Does

1. Builds Cell Membranes
Cholesterol is a structural component of every cell membrane, keeping them strong and flexible. Without it, your cells couldn’t hold their shape or function properly.
2. Makes Hormones
It’s the raw material for important hormones such as estrogen, testosterone, cortisol, and vitamin D.
3. Supports Digestion
Your liver uses cholesterol to make bile acids, which help break down and absorb fats and fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K).
4. Protects the Brain
The brain is rich in cholesterol, which is crucial for making neurotransmitters and protecting nerve cells (myelin sheaths).
5. Acts as a Repair Substance
Cholesterol can move to sites of inflammation or damage in blood vessels to help with repair, which is why it’s often found in plaque—it’s there to protect, not cause the damage itself.

⚖️ Balance Matters

The issue isn’t cholesterol itself, but how it’s transported in the blood.
LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein): Moves cholesterol to tissues; can contribute to buildup if oxidation and inflammation are present.
HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein): Helps carry cholesterol back to the liver for recycling or removal.

👉 In short: Cholesterol is not the enemy. It’s VITAL for life—problems only occur when there’s chronic inflammation, oxidative stress, and imbalances in cholesterol transport.

🧪 We test to find the core reason why your Cholesterol maybe too high!

⏭️ Then we try to naturally correct the Core issue to help the body return to homeostasis!
Call us today! 563-499-1507

08/19/2025

07/09/2025

🛌💤 Which Side Should You Sleep On?
RIGHT vs LEFT Explained!
The position you sleep in affects more than just comfort — it can impact your digestion and health! 🍽️🧠

📸 As seen in the image:
🔸 Right Side Sleeping:
When you lie on your right side, gravity pulls gastric juices upward towards the esophagus, increasing the risk of acid reflux and heartburn. This position may also slow down digestion and cause discomfort. 😖🔥

🔹 Left Side Sleeping:
On the flip side, sleeping on your left side allows your stomach and its gastric juices to remain lower than the esophagus, helping reduce acid reflux 🌙 and promote better digestion 💪. It may even improve bowel movement and liver function.

✅ Why Left is Best?
• Supports smoother digestion 🍽️
• Reduces acid reflux 🔥
• Enhances toxin elimination 💧
• Promotes heart health ❤️ (due to better circulation)

🛑 Say goodbye to heartburn and discomfort by simply switching sides at bedtime!

🌟 Pro Tip: Pregnant women are also advised to sleep on the left side to improve circulation to the baby and kidneys. 👶👩‍🍼

👉 Make a small change for a big difference in your health!

06/25/2025

06/03/2025

Unlocking Nutrition: 📊 Learn to read food labels for a healthier you! Look below to discover what to look for! 🔍

05/21/2025

5 Simple Ways to Overcome Stress
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04/09/2025

🌿✨ Wellness Wednesday Alert! ✨🌿
Today, let’s dive into the importance of **Body Detox**! 🌱✨ Detoxing is essential for your health, helping to cleanse your system, boost energy levels, and promote overall well-being. Ready to take the first step towards a healthier you? 💪
Check out the link below to learn more about the benefits of detoxing your body and how it can make a positive impact on your health! 🌟
🔗 https://www.thewellnessway.com/detoxification-a-pathway-to-restored-health/?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Detoxing%20Support%20-%20Six%20Easy%20Things%20You%20Can%20Do%20Today%21&utm_campaign=ADP%20Replay%2004%2F08%2F25

If you're ready to make a change or simply want to incorporate a few extra healthy habits into your routine, I’m here to help! Don’t hesitate to reach out—I’d love to support you on your wellness journey. Call or text me at **563-940-3096**! 📞💚
Let’s make wellness a priority together! 🌈

At The Wellness Way, we take a comprehensive approach to detoxification that is designed to restored your health and vitality!

04/05/2025

Love your Body! It loves you! 💕