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01/19/2026

Statins are widely used to lower cholesterol and support heart health, but they can also deplete important nutrients❗ A review in Expert Review of Clinical Pharmacology found that statins may lower:

CoQ10 - vital for energy + heart muscle function
Vitamin D - supports bones, immunity, and cardiovascular health
Vitamins A, E, and K - key for antioxidant protection, vision, and clotting

Why does this matter? Low CoQ10 may contribute to muscle aches and fatigue and long-term depletion of vitamins D, A, E, or K can affect overall health over time.

Supporting your body while on statins involves talking with your provider about CoQ10, including foods rich in vitamin D and fat-soluble vitamins, and periodic blood work to check nutrient levels.

01/18/2026

The truth is, you need cortisol for energy, focus, immune support, and inflammation control.

The real issue? When cortisol gets dysregulated, usually from stress, poor sleep, or blood sugar swings.

That's when symptoms show up. Fatigue, cravings, anxiety, belly fat, irritability, 3 a.m. wakeups... all the fun stuff.

So the goal isn't "low cortisol." It's balanced cortisol.

And if you're not sure what your cortisol is actually doing, we can test it. A diurnal cortisol test (saliva or urine) maps your levels throughout the day so we can see if they're too high, too low, or peaking at the wrong times. It's incredibly helpful for understanding burnout, stress patterns, and energy dips, and it gives us a clear path forward.

01/17/2026

Hormone changes in midlife can affect far more than most people realize. Shifts in estrogen, progesterone and other hormones can influence sleep, mood, cognition, metabolism, bone density and even how you respond to stress. These changes often happen gradually, which makes them easy to overlook until symptoms start stacking up.

Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) is one option many women explore when these shifts begin to impact daily life. Because bioidentical hormones match the body's natural structure, they interact with hormone receptors in a more physiologic way. When used thoughtfully and personalized to a woman's stage of life, BHRT can support clarity, energy, sleep, libido and overall wellbeing.

01/16/2026

If you're feeling chronically exhausted, don't accept "you're just getting older" as an answer. Fatigue is a symptom, not a root cause.

We look at energy production through a systems lens:

💚Are your mitochondria supported?
💚Is your thyroid truly optimized?
💚Are your adrenals firing appropriately?
💚Are you absorbing your nutrients?

Rest isn't enough when your body is struggling to generate cellular energy. You don't need to push through, you need to investigate, and we can help. Stop guessing. Start testing. Book your 1:1 consult and receive a science-backed protocol tailored to your unique biology.

01/15/2026

So many people carry stories, symptoms, and concerns that never get voiced simply because no one asked the right question.
Sometimes the most important part of your health isn't a lab result... it's your lived experience.

What question do you wish someone in healthcare would actually ask you - the one that would make you feel seen, heard, and understood? drop in the comments👇

01/14/2026

Medical anxiety is 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹! It is your nervous system remembering past experiences where you felt dismissed, rushed, confused, or not fully heard. When that memory gets triggered, your body shifts into protection mode. It automatically prepares for the worst-case scenario to protect you.

Here are 3 simple ways to ease that response and calm anxiety before a consult or procedure:

Breathe: Before you enter the building A slow inhale + long exhale helps signal safety to your nervous system.

Bring notes: Write down symptoms, questions, or concerns so your brain doesn't have to hold everything under stress.

Ground your senses: Notice 3 things you see, 2 things you can touch, 1 thing you can hear. This pulls you out of anxiety and into the present.

01/13/2026

Not all magnesium works the same and choosing the right form can make a huge difference depending on your goals. Here's the quick breakdown of these two forms:

Magnesium Glycinate: Think of glycinate as your relax + restore magnesium.

Best for: sleep, stress, anxiety, muscle tension
Benefits include:
Highly absorbable
Gentle on the stomach
Calming effect on the nervous system
Great for people who run "tense," wired, or struggle winding down

Magnesium Citrate: Citrate is your go-to when digestion needs a little help moving along.

Best for: constipation, sluggish digestion
Benefits:
Draws water into the intestines
Helps promote regular bowel movements
Still supports muscles, but less calming than glycinate

As always, speak with your healthcare provider for accurate dosing and recommendations tailored to you.

01/12/2026

Stress, travel, alcohol and disrupted routines can throw off core systems that regulate digestion, hormones and metabolic balance. When those systems fall out of sync, symptoms show up quickly.

Here are key steps that help the body recalibrate:

Bring back predictable meal timing to steady insulin and hunger signals
Shift into a calmer state before eating to support stomach acid and enzyme output
Rebuild microbial diversity gradually to reduce gas
Stabilize blood sugar to calm cravings and afternoon crashes
Take light movement after meals to improve motility and glucose response
Reestablish your sleep rhythm to support cortisol balance
Hydrate consistently to improve bowel function and detox capacity
Consider deeper testing if symptoms linger to assess digestion, microbiome balance or hormone rhythm

These are the same systems the body relies on for smooth digestion, fewer cravings and better energy, especially after a busy season.

01/11/2026

Maintaining the musculoskeletal system is a vital part of your longevity plan. When muscle mass declines or joints become unstable, your entire physiology feels it.

Here's why maintaining muscle + joint health matters more than ever:

Muscles support metabolic health. More lean muscle helps stabilize blood sugar, balance hormones, improve insulin sensitivity, and enhance energy levels throughout the day.

Strong, stable joints protect mobility for life. Joint stability reduces pain, improves posture, and keeps you active, which directly influences cardiovascular, cognitive, and emotional health.

Movement supports immunity + inflammation regulation. Regular, functional strength work reduces chronic inflammation and supports immune resilience, which is especially important as we age.

If you want better metabolism, healthier aging, and a more resilient body... start with your muscles. Try adding 10 minutes of functional strength work to your morning routine. Mini squats, wall sits, resistance bands, glute bridges, planks - it all counts.

01/10/2026

Metabolic health isn't just about calories, workouts, or willpower. It's about how well your systems are working beneath the surface.

Your metabolism is influenced by:
Stress hormones that can slow metabolic signaling
Blood sugar regulation that affects energy, cravings, and fat storage
Sleep quality that determines how your body repairs and responds
Inflammation that interferes with mitochondrial function
Gut health that impacts nutrient absorption and metabolic communication

When even one of these areas is out of balance, you can feel it, no matter how "healthy" your habits look from the outside.

This is why so many people are told "everything is fine," yet still deal with fatigue, weight changes, mood shifts, crashes, and a metabolism that feels stuck. Traditional models often look at single numbers, not interconnected systems.

If you're tired of being told "everything looks fine," it's time for a new approach. Schedule your session and get answers - not just bandaids.

01/09/2026

If wine, sauerkraut, or aged cheese make you flush, itch, or anxious, you might not be allergic. You might be histamine intolerant.
And the root cause? Often, it's a compromised gut lining.

Your small intestine produces an enzyme called DAO (diamine oxidase), which breaks down histamine from foods. But if your gut lining is inflamed or damaged, DAO levels drop and histamine builds up.
This can lead to symptoms like insomnia, hives, headaches, racing heart, and panic-like responses.

We view histamine intolerance not as a standalone issue, but as a signal that gut repair is urgently needed. Instead of avoiding more foods, we focus on healing the gut lining and restoring enzyme function.

01/08/2026

There's a real physiological reason for it. Holiday eating and disrupted routines can throw off digestion, hormones and the microbiome more than most people realize.

Here's what might be happening in your body right now:

Blood sugar swings that intensify cravings
Higher cortisol levels slowing digestion
Shifts in the gut microbiome that increase gas and bloating
Lower stomach acid and enzyme output
Detox pathways feeling overloaded

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