Zion Asher Family Physicians, Inc.

01/20/2026

🔥 𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 🔥
"𝘽𝙪𝙧𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙎𝙝𝙞𝙥𝙨"
There’s a powerful idea behind t he phrase “burn the ships.”
It means removing the option to go back; not out of fear, but out of commitment.

When it comes to health, sometimes change doesn’t fail because of motivation.
It fails because the old habits are still sitting right there… within reach.

𝘉𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱𝘴 𝘮𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦:
• Throwing away the foods you know trigger binge eating
• Not finishing the bag just because you paid for it
• Clearing your home of the things that sabotage your goals
• Replacing late-night doom scrolling with a walk, stretching, reading or sleep
• Choosing not to keep what keeps pulling you backward

This isn’t about punishment or perfection.
It’s about removing unnecessary obstacles.
Your brain is wired to choose what’s easiest in moments of stress or fatigue.
So make the healthier choice the easier choice.

If today you’ve decided to move toward better health (physically, mentally, or spiritually) don’t leave an escape route for the habits that harm you.
🔥 Burn the ships.
🔥 Protect the decision you already made.
🔥 Create an environment that supports where you’re going, not where you’ve been.

01/14/2026

𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬
In a world of busy schedules and constant distractions, sitting down for a family meal can feel small; but the impact is anything but.

Research consistently shows that children who regularly eat meals with their families have:
📚 Better academic performance
💛 Lower rates of anxiety, depression, and risky behaviors
🗣️ Improved vocabulary and language development
🥗 Healthier eating habits that persist into adulthood

Even 3–4 family meals per week has been shown to make a measurable difference.
But it’s not just about the food; it’s about the conversation.

One of the most powerful (and simple) questions you can ask during a meal is:
“What did you learn today?”

Asking children to retrieve what they learned helps solidify it in their brain. This is called 𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙖𝙡𝙡, and it’s one of the most effective learning tools we have. When children explain something out loud, they strengthen memory pathways, improve understanding, and gain confidence in their knowledge.

Bonus: you also get insight into what excites them, what confused them, and where they may need extra support.

A shared table, a few thoughtful questions, and a little presence can shape a child’s health—mentally, emotionally, and physically—for years to come.

*𝘙𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘤𝘩 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘴𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘦𝘴 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘈𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘈𝘤𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘮𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘗𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘴, 𝘑𝘰𝘩𝘯𝘴 𝘏𝘰𝘱𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘪𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘱𝘦𝘦𝘳-𝘳𝘦𝘷𝘪𝘦𝘸𝘦𝘥 𝘴𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘸𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘴𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘧𝘪𝘵𝘴.

01/09/2026

🌡️ Cold and flu season is in full swing—arm yourself with these basics to support your body and recover stronger!

Rest up and hydrate like a pro 💧
Frequent handwashing + cough/sneeze etiquette
Load up on whole foods rich in vitamins (think colorful fruits/veggies!)
Consider proven basics like vitamin C, D, and zinc (chat with your doc on dosing)

The key? Acting early when symptoms start. Studies show prompt, personalized intervention can shorten illness duration and get you back on your feet faster.
At Zion Asher, we specialize in timely support to help you recover quicker and avoid complications. Direct access means we're here when you need us most.

Not a member yet? That's okay! We welcome one-time urgent care visits for quick needs (membership is still the most cost-effective option long-term). We'll provide insurance billing codes/a superbill if needed, so you can submit for potential reimbursement from your plan—no guarantees on coverage, as it depends on your insurer.

*The above is for educational purposes only and is not medical advise. Please ask your doctor before making supplement or diet changes.*

01/07/2026

🚨 NBC News spotlighted what's becoming the biggest shift in healthcare: 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞!
What started as a niche idea has now exploded into thousands of practices across America—doctors and patients everywhere are ditching insurance hassles for a better way:
✅ More time with your doctor
✅ Same-day or next-day appointments
✅ Affordable, straightforward monthly pricing
✅ Real focus on YOU
Everyone's making the switch because it just works better.
Watch the NBC segment and see why DPC is the future! 📺

What was a niche aspect of medical care just a few years ago has exploded to thousands of practices across the country. In direct primary care, medical provi...

01/06/2026

🌟 𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 🌟
𝘚𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘎𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘵𝘩 𝘓𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘴 𝘓𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘓𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘎𝘰

Not every January change has to be about adding more — more goals, more routines, more expectations.

Sometimes the healthiest shift is subtracting one small thing that quietly drains you.

Mindless scrolling late at night.
Saying yes when you’re already exhausted.
Filling every quiet moment with noise instead of presence.

These habits may feel harmless, but over time they cost us:
• Sleep quality
• Attention and connection
• Nervous system regulation
• Mental clarity

Even small reductions can make a meaningful difference. Less stimulation at night supports better sleep. More presence supports stronger relationships. Fewer stress inputs give the brain and body room to reset.

This week, consider choosing one small habit to loosen your grip on — not perfectly, just intentionally.

Growth doesn’t always come from doing more.

01/05/2026

🗓️ Happy New Year! As we kick off 2026, a quick reminder: Your health insurance plan from last year has likely changed.

Many employer-sponsored plans are seeing cost increases this year (around 6-7% on average, per recent surveys), higher deductibles, or shifts in what's covered. What was included in 2025 might look different now—and insurance companies can sometimes make it tricky to keep the care you need.

The good news? If your plan is still covering something important but the insurer is pushing back on continuing it this year, Dr. Lauren has a perfect track record so far (batting 100%!) on prior authorizations and appeals for our patients. We're in your corner to fight for the coverage you deserve.

Zion Asher members enjoy predictable costs and unlimited access without the insurance runaround.
Curious if DPC is right for you? DM us or visit our site to learn more! 💪

01/02/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐞𝐭 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞:
𝘍𝘪𝘹 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧. 𝘋𝘰 𝘣𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳. 𝘛𝘳𝘺 𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘦𝘳.

For many people, that pressure shows up as food rules, aggressive workout plans, or unrealistic expectations that fade by February. But true health — the kind that lasts — is rarely built through extremes.

This year, we encourage a different kind of reset. One that focuses on restoration, resilience, and whole-person well-being.

Read More 👇

Rethink New Year’s health goals with a whole-person approach that supports mental, physical, and nervous system health—without extremes or burnout.

12/31/2025

𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 – 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟏𝐬𝐭

Our office will be closed tomorrow, January 1st.

If you have an urgent medical concern that truly cannot wait, please contact us by the end of business today.

We will be back in the office on January 2nd to care for scheduled appointments and same-day needs.

We wish you a safe and Happy New Year. 🎉

12/31/2025

📞 Part of a Day in Direct Primary Care 📞

Here’s a peek at the outgoing call log. Each call? Usually just 5 minutes or less—following up on test results, answering patient questions, or addressing a minor illness. (The 34 sec one was a call back that went to VM, Dr. Lauren is not that fast 😆)

What makes this so different from a traditional clinic?
In most practices, even something this quick requires:
- Taking off work
- Driving to the clinic
- Sitting in the waiting room (sometimes for who knows how long)
- Sitting in the exam room to wait for the doctor

All for a conversation that could be wrapped up in under five minutes.
In Direct Primary Care, we prioritize your time and convenience:
- Staff and patient messages provide context ahead of time, so calls are efficient
- Quick questions and follow-ups happen by phone or secure texting
- You spend less time commuting, waiting, and stressing—and more time living

Of course, some things need an in-person visit, and longer discussions are best face-to-face. But these small, simple touchpoints add up to saving hours—without sacrificing your care.

💡 Your time is valuable—your healthcare should respect that.

12/29/2025

🌿 𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲: 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 🌿

Real self-care isn’t always a massage or getting your nails done.
Sometimes it’s taking five intentional minutes to reset your nervous system:
🌬️ A few deep breaths.
🚶‍♀️ A short walk outside.
☕ Sitting quietly with your coffee as the sun comes up.

These small, simple moments don’t look impressive — but they matter. They lower stress, improve focus, and help your body and mind handle the rest of the day with more calm and clarity.

You don’t need an hour. You don’t need perfection.
Just a few minutes to yourself.

Start small. Do it daily. That’s real self-care.

12/25/2025

12/23/2025

Healthy Habits can be maintained during Holidays without missing out on the tasty treats too.

🎄 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🎄

As we head into Christmas week, I want to encourage anyone who’s working on healthier habits; especially if food feels stressful this time of year.

You do not have to give up cinnamon rolls to make progress.
You just don’t need to eat four of them for breakfast 😉

This plate (pictured here from Thanksgiving morning) is a great example of what balance can look like—and it’s perfect for something like Christmas morning after gifts are opened:
• One small cinnamon roll (less than 140 calories, go light on the icing)
• ½ cup blueberries + ~⅓ of a banana
• One Chobani yogurt

Here’s the key lesson: 𝙨𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚𝙨 𝙬𝙚𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙨 𝙞𝙨𝙣’𝙩 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙩𝙖𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙤𝙤𝙙 𝙖𝙬𝙖𝙮—𝙞𝙩’𝙨 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙖𝙙𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙧𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨.

The carb (the cinnamon roll) was already going to happen. Instead of skipping it and feeling deprived, I added:
✔️ Protein (yogurt)
✔️ Fiber, volume, and micronutrients (fruit)

This combination helps with:
⚖️ Blood sugar stability
😌 Satiety (you actually feel full)
🚫🍪 Fewer cravings later in the day

𝑬𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒕𝒐𝒕𝒂𝒍𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒕𝒆:
Calories: ~350–380 calories
Protein: ~15 grams

👉 If you don’t love yogurt, you can absolutely swap it for two eggs, which is roughly equivalent in calories and protein.

Healthy eating during the holidays isn’t about perfection. It’s about 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞, 𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞—learning how to enjoy festive foods without turning the whole day into a sugar crash.

Progress doesn’t stop in December.
Sometimes it just has a cinnamon swirl in it ❤️