Restoring Health Holistic Wellness Center

Restoring Health Holistic Wellness Center A chiropractic and functional medicine wellness center. Dr. Dana O'Keefe DC, CCSP®

Maca has become a go-to herb for hormone support, but what does it really do?Maca is a root that may help:Support libido...
12/10/2025

Maca has become a go-to herb for hormone support, but what does it really do?

Maca is a root that may help:

Support libido and sexual function
Improve energy and stress resilience
Promote hormonal balance, especially during perimenopause

But not everyone responds to maca the same way and quality, dose, and timing matter.

If you're curious about using maca for hormone health, stress, or low libido, we can help you figure out if it fits your body's needs.

The holidays don't have to mean exhaustion, bloating, or burnout. Try these simple tips to help you feel grounded, not f...
12/09/2025

The holidays don't have to mean exhaustion, bloating, or burnout. Try these simple tips to help you feel grounded, not frazzled:

Start your mornings mindfully... before checking your phone.
Eat real food first, then enjoy the treats you truly love.
Take a walk after big meals to support digestion.
Schedule "nothing time" to let your nervous system reset.
Get 7-8 hours of sleep (your immune system depends on it!).

12/09/2025

The holidays don’t have to feel overwhelming this year.

Neurofeedback can help your brain regulate stress responses, making familiar triggers feel less intense. By training healthier brain patterns, it builds emotional resilience during a season that often brings extra pressure. With the right support, you can experience a calmer, more grounded holiday.

Need a deeper brain-reaching therapy to destress? Give us a call: 321-444-6750

It isn't from eating wrong. It's from stress hormones, sleep disruption, gut imbalance, blood sugar swings, and inflamma...
12/08/2025

It isn't from eating wrong. It's from stress hormones, sleep disruption, gut imbalance, blood sugar swings, and inflammation all pushing your body to store fat. And that fat is stored in the one place it protects you most during stress: your waistline.

When cortisol is high, sleep is broken, digestion is sluggish, and your metabolism is inflamed, your body thinks it's in survival mode. And survival mode = emergency fat storage, especially around the midsection.

So if you feel like you're "doing everything right" but nothing is budging...
Your body is actually just trying to protect you.

But once you understand what's driving your symptoms, you can finally reverse them. If you're ready to get to the bottom of your stubborn waistline, fatigue, or bloating... we are here to help.

Vitamin D isn't just for bones. It supports mood, immune function, hormone health, and energy levels.And deficiency is i...
12/07/2025

Vitamin D isn't just for bones. It supports mood, immune function, hormone health, and energy levels.

And deficiency is incredibly common, especially in fall and winter.

Here are a few subtle signs your D levels might be low:
Low mood or seasonal blues
Bone aches or muscle weakness
Fatigue that won't go away
Getting sick more often
Brain fog

The only way to know? Test your blood levels, then dose appropriately (because too much D can also cause issues!).

Most people need more than they're getting from food or sunshine alone, especially in northern climates or indoors most of the day.

We often think about managing holiday stress, but few people realize how deeply that stress affects the nervous system a...
12/06/2025

We often think about managing holiday stress, but few people realize how deeply that stress affects the nervous system and, in turn, your digestion, hormones, and immune health.

When your body stays in "go mode" for too long, your stress hormones rise, sleep gets disrupted, and your gut feels it too. That's why giving your nervous system real rest with quiet moments, deep breathing, gentle movement, isn't optional. It's essential.

This healthy Gingerbread Smoothie is a must for this time of year - creamy and sweet with a hint of holiday spice.Ingred...
12/05/2025

This healthy Gingerbread Smoothie is a must for this time of year - creamy and sweet with a hint of holiday spice.

Ingredients
1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
1 cup filtered water (if you want it thicker only do 1/2 cup)
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1/2 frozen ripe banana
1 tbsp almond butter
1 tbsp unsulfured, blackstrap molasses
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp grated fresh ginger
1/8 tsp allspice
A pinch sea salt

Instructions
Place all ingredients into a blender and blend on high speed for 60 seconds or until smooth.
Serve immediately.

Recipe adapted from: https://www.healthnutnutrition.ca/2021/12/21/healthy-gingerbread-smoothie

12/05/2025

🌙 WOW Topic: Your Bones Are Detox Organs Too!
By Bianca Botha CLT, RLD, MLDT & CDS

Wait… what? Yes. Your bones aren’t just structural scaffolding — they’re alive, dynamic, and deeply involved in your body’s immune, metabolic, and detox systems.

🦴 Why This is a Game-Changer:

Your bones — especially the marrow inside them — are where:
• Your immune cells are born (B-cells, T-cells, macrophages)
• Old red blood cells are broken down
• Your body stores heavy metals and toxic burdens when the liver and kidneys are overwhelmed
• Chronic infections and inflammation can “hide” in the bone marrow
• Certain bone regions are directly connected to lymphatic vessels!

🧠 Most people think of liver and kidneys for detox… but your skeletal system plays a silent, powerful role in your toxic load and immune function.

💥 WOW Research Insight:

Studies show that in times of chronic inflammation or toxin overload, the body may shunt toxins like mercury, lead, and cadmium into bone tissue — especially the femur, pelvis, and spine.

That means joint pain, fatigue, or even osteoporosis may have a detox or immune origin hidden deep in the bones.

🌿 What This Means for Lymph & Detox Work:
• Lymphatic drainage stimulates bone-adjacent vessels, helping unload waste
• Saunas, rebounding, and gentle movement enhance bone circulation
• Magnesium, boron, vitamin K2, and trace minerals support bone detox
• Infrared and red light therapy on long bones (like thighs or arms) supports marrow regeneration

🌟 Final WOW:

Your bones are living detox engines. They’re not just part of your frame — they’re part of your healing.

Want healthy lymph flow?
Don’t forget your skeleton. 💫

🔬 Research & References:
1. Bone Marrow and Immune Function
➤ NIH – Overview of the Immune System
2. Heavy Metal Accumulation in Bone Tissue
➤ Toxicology Reports – Bone as a Storage Site for Lead and Other Metals
3. Bone-Lymphatic Connection
➤ Nature – Bone Marrow as a Reservoir for Immune Cells
4. Red Light Therapy and Bone Regeneration
➤ Photomedicine and Laser Surgery Journal
5. Sauna and Detoxification Pathways
➤ Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine



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Most people associate mold exposure with respiratory issues, but mycotoxins from mold can directly damage the gut lining...
12/04/2025

Most people associate mold exposure with respiratory issues, but mycotoxins from mold can directly damage the gut lining, contributing to leaky gut, immune dysregulation, and histamine intolerance.

In fact, many patients with persistent gut issues, despite diet and supplements, have undiagnosed mold exposure keeping their system inflamed and reactive.

Mycotoxins disrupt tight junctions in the intestinal wall, which can lead to systemic inflammation, food sensitivities, and brain fog.

If your gut symptoms started or worsened after moving into a new space, especially one with water damage, it may be time to investigate environmental triggers.

Root cause healing starts with personalized data. Book your functional consult for targeted testing and a custom wellness protocol built just for you.

12/02/2025

Think functional medicine is just another healthier way of doing something? Many people misunderstand it, but the truth is it’s actually a personalized approach that looks at the root causes of health issues, rather than just masking symptoms with short-term band aid solutions. By understanding your unique biology, functional medicine helps your body heal and function at its best.

Ready to uncover the root of your health concerns and create a plan that truly works for you? Call us today to schedule your functional medicine consultation and take the first step toward lasting wellness: 📱321-444-6750

A new CDC report just confirmed something many of us suspected, over 55% of the average American's calories now come fro...
11/30/2025

A new CDC report just confirmed something many of us suspected, over 55% of the average American's calories now come from ultra-processed foods.

Ultra-processed foods are the packaged, shelf-stable, highly refined products that often contain artificial flavors, preservatives, seed oils, emulsifiers, and added sugars.

Here's why this matters:
- These foods disrupt your gut microbiome
- They drive chronic inflammation
- They spike blood sugar and promote insulin resistance
- They make it harder to feel full and more likely to overeat

Simple swaps to lower your ultra-processed load:

- Cook a big batch of real food staples each week
- Choose unsweetened, plain versions (yogurt, nut butters, milks)
- Replace packaged snacks with whole food ones (nuts, hard-boiled eggs, fruit + nut butter)
- Shop the perimeter of the store more than the center aisles

When symptoms flare, bloating, fatigue, skin issues, or autoimmunity, many people assume they need to go ultra-restricti...
11/29/2025

When symptoms flare, bloating, fatigue, skin issues, or autoimmunity, many people assume they need to go ultra-restrictive with their diet. And yes, short-term elimination can help uncover food triggers, but long-term healing is more about what you add in than what you cut out. You don't have to live on five "safe" foods to feel better.

Here's what to prioritize for long-term gut and immune support:

- Colorful veggies for fiber and antioxidants
- Clean proteins to support tissue repair
- Healthy fats for blood sugar and hormone balance
- Fermented or bitter foods to support digestion

Healing doesn't mean restriction forever, it means nourishment, diversity, and rebuilding resilience.

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