Prosper Natural Health

Prosper Natural Health Healthcare Solutions to Help You Prosper Prosper Natural Health offers an integrative approach to natural and conventional healthcare solutions.

We are committed to providing excellent patient care to the Olympic Peninsula community in a beautiful waterfront setting. Our Naturopathic Doctors, Dr. Molly Force, Dr. Mary Schroeder, and Dr. Rosalie De Lombaert create individualized treatment programs for each patient designed to allow you to regain and nourish a state of health and well-being. We also provide a fully stocked natural apothecary for all your supplement needs. Within the Prosper Natural Health Wellness Center there are independent mental health counselors and massage therapy practices specializing in many different types of healing touch such as deep tissue massage, cranial sacral massage, hot stone, and therapeutic massage for those recovering from injuries and surgeries. Our goal at Prosper is that every person who comes in our front door feels comfortable and supported. We have created an atmosphere to nourish the body, mind, and spirit while holistically supporting your journey towards wellness.

This is something we hear from clients all the time. They're sleeping lightly. Waking at 3 a.m. Heart racing. Feeling ov...
03/15/2026

This is something we hear from clients all the time. They're sleeping lightly. Waking at 3 a.m. Heart racing. Feeling overwhelmed by things that never used to bother them. And they're told it's just stress.

Stress absolutely plays a role. But during perimenopause, there is also a very real physiological shift happening.

Progesterone is typically the first hormone to decline during this transition. When progesterone drops, the nervous system becomes more reactive to cortisol.
At the same time, estrogen fluctuations can affect serotonin and blood sugar stability. Add poor sleep and chronic stress, and the nervous system can feel like it's running on high alert.

If anxiety feels new or amplified during this season of life, it may be worth looking deeper rather than assuming it's "just stress."

You sleep lighterYour patience is shorterYour anxiety feels differentYour cycle isn't as predictableYour body compositio...
03/14/2026

You sleep lighter
Your patience is shorter
Your anxiety feels different
Your cycle isn't as predictable
Your body composition shifted

Because so many women experience hormonal shifts long before anyone talks about perimenopause.

Drop a hello if you've felt this and let's talk.

Depression doesn't always look like staying in bed. Sometimes it looks like:Getting everything done but feeling numbSmil...
03/13/2026

Depression doesn't always look like staying in bed. Sometimes it looks like:

Getting everything done but feeling numb
Smiling in public and shutting down at home
Feeling exhausted even after resting
Losing interest in things you used to enjoy
Telling yourself you "shouldn't feel this way"

High-functioning depression is real. And mood isn't just about mindset. It can be influenced by inflammation, hormones, blood sugar, nutrient levels, and chronic stress.

You can be productive and still not feel well.

If you're "managing" but not thriving, that matters, and it's worth exploring why.

Creatine is having a moment, and not just in the gym world.Emerging research suggests creatine may support:Muscle streng...
03/12/2026

Creatine is having a moment, and not just in the gym world.

Emerging research suggests creatine may support:

Muscle strength and lean mass
Brain energy metabolism
Cognitive performance under stress
Mood support in certain populations
Perimenopausal muscle preservation

Women naturally store less creatine than men and levels may decline further with age and hormonal shifts.

As always, dosing and context matter, especially in kidney conditions or specific health concerns.

Feeling more reactive to stress lately? Women's hormone systems are cyclical and interconnected. That makes them beautif...
03/11/2026

Feeling more reactive to stress lately? Women's hormone systems are cyclical and interconnected. That makes them beautifully complex, but also more sensitive to ongoing stress.

Lower progesterone over time
Increase anxiety and irritability
Disrupt sleep
Worsen PMS symptoms
Affect ovulation and cycle regularity
Impact thyroid and blood sugar balance

If stress feels different than it used to, there is likely a physiological reason.

Symptoms are not the problem to eliminate... they're messages pointing toward underlying imbalance.None of these are "qu...
03/10/2026

Symptoms are not the problem to eliminate... they're messages pointing toward underlying imbalance.

None of these are "quick fixes." And none exist in isolation.

The goal is understanding why your body is responding the way it is, and supporting it accordingly, with precision and care.

If you're ready to explore your next steps, book an appointment for individualized guidance and thoughtful support.

GLP-1 medications are changing the metabolic health conversation. They can reduce appetite, slow gastric emptying, and i...
03/09/2026

GLP-1 medications are changing the metabolic health conversation. They can reduce appetite, slow gastric emptying, and improve blood sugar regulation. But here's what's often missed: Weight loss does not automatically mean metabolic health.

When appetite drops significantly, many people unintentionally under-eat protein, fiber, micronutrients, and electrolytes.
This can lead to muscle loss, hair thinning, fatigue, constipation, and a slower metabolism over time.

If you're using a GLP-1, your focus should be:

Prioritizing protein at every meal
Strength training to preserve muscle
Hydration + electrolytes
Fiber to support gut health
Monitoring nutrient status

These medications are tools. Long-term metabolic resilience still depends on muscle mass, nutrient density, and nervous system balance.

03/08/2026

Truly looking for preventative care for your health and metabolism? Schedule your no charge meet & greet consult to learn what early cardiometabolic support actually looks likes from a functional medicine prospective. Go to www.ProsperNaturalHealth.com

In women, cortisol and progesterone share the same hormonal building blocks. During periods of chronic stress, your body...
03/07/2026

In women, cortisol and progesterone share the same hormonal building blocks. During periods of chronic stress, your body prioritizes cortisol production. Over time, that can mean lower progesterone levels.
And progesterone is not just a reproductive hormone. It supports mood stability, sleep, stress resilience, and nervous system calm.

When cortisol stays high and progesterone drops, women may notice:

Increased anxiety
Worse PMS
Lighter or disrupted sleep
Cycle irregularities
Feeling wired but exhausted

Fast, affordable, and deeply nourishing, this Simple Sardine Salad delivers protein, omega-3s, and steady energy.Sardine...
03/06/2026

Fast, affordable, and deeply nourishing, this Simple Sardine Salad delivers protein, omega-3s, and steady energy.
Sardines provide high-quality protein and anti-inflammatory fats that support satiety, brain health, and stable blood sugar.

Ingredients
1-2 cans sardines (in olive oil or water), drained
2 cups mixed greens or arugula
1/2 cup chopped cucumber or celery
1/4 cup cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper
1-2 tbsp olives or capers (optional)
1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste

Directions
Add greens and vegetables to a bowl.
Gently flake sardines on top.
Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
Season and toss lightly.
Finish with herbs or avocado if using.

Rather than focusing on isolated complaints or quick solutions, we take time to evaluate the full health picture. Your h...
03/05/2026

Rather than focusing on isolated complaints or quick solutions, we take time to evaluate the full health picture. Your history, lifestyle factors, patterns, and underlying contributors that often go overlooked.

This allows us to address root drivers, not just surface symptoms, and develop a comprehensive plan tailored to the individual.

The goal is to help patients stop cycling through trial-and-error approaches and start making informed, targeted changes that support real improvement.

A comprehensive health evaluation can uncover obstacles, restore depleted systems, and create the conditions needed for the body to heal.

If someone you care about is struggling without answers, share this. There are effective paths forward!

03/05/2026

Why women’s cardiometabolic risk gets missed. Don't be a statistic. Get comprehensive, preventative care with functional medicine experts. Book your free health discovery consult at www.ProsperNatuarlHealth.com

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213 Decatur Street
Port Townsend, WA
98368

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Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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