Wendy Shuff

09/01/2025

✨ Still breaking out after high school? You’re not alone.

Adult acne affects up to 50% of women in their 20s–40s — and it’s often linked to deeper root causes, not just your skincare routine. 🌿💛

It’s often a sign of imbalances in hormones, gut health, or inflammation. Your body is trying to tell you something — are you listening?

08/31/2025

If you’re working toward better digestion, fewer food sensitivities, and more energy, these two things are often overlooked but make a big difference:
1️⃣ You need quality, bioavailable protein
Traditional diets emphasized nutrient density, and animal-based proteins provide amino acids, B12, zinc, and iron—all essential for gut lining repair and immune resilience.
2️⃣ Gut health isn’t just about what you cut out—it’s about what you add back in
Many people go low-FODMAP or restrict foods long-term without reintroducing fermented veggies, bone broth, or diverse fiber sources that actually feed a healthy microbiome.
In my practice, I see so many people doing “all the right things” but missing these two pieces.
And that’s where real change begins.

08/30/2025

🌿 Happy Labor Day Weekend! 💛
As we head into this long weekend, I hope you find time to rest, recharge, and celebrate all the ways you’ve worked hard this year.

Wellness is not just about what we do each day — it’s also about creating space for rest, joy, and connection. Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and refreshing Labor Day weekend!

💚 ~ Dr. Wendy Shuff
Live Simply Well

08/29/2025

A new study challenges a common misconception: that dieting will make you feel better.

Researchers analyzed data from 28,000+ adults and found that people on restrictive diets were more likely to report depressive symptoms.

This was especially true if they were:

✔️Male
✔️Overweight or obese
✔️Following diets not supervised by professionals

Why would this be?

Restrictive diets are often low in essential nutrients, like ✨omega-3s, B12, and healthy fats✨

Our brains need these nutrients to function.

Also, low intake of carbs or fats may impair brain health and worsen mood.

Just because a diet looks “clean” or “low-cal” doesn’t mean it’s healthy for your mood, hormones, or brain.
At our practice, we focus on nourishing your body (not depriving it) so that you can feel balanced, energized, and mentally clear.

Feeling low or tired despite “eating clean”?

Comment CURIOUS and we’ll share next steps to help you support both nutrition and emotional wellness 🧡

(BMJ Nutrition, Prevention)

08/27/2025

Read the slides ☝️for answers to the most common questions I get about water and filtration options.

Got another water question? Drop it below! ⤵️

08/26/2025

🐾 **Happy National Dog Day!** 🐾
Share your furry friends with us!

Did you know that our four-legged friends do more than just wag their tails and warm our laps?
Dogs have an incredible impact on our **mental and emotional health**:

✨ Lower stress hormones & blood pressure with every cuddle
✨ Encourage movement and fresh air (hello, daily walks!)
✨ Boost serotonin and dopamine—our “feel-good” brain chemicals
✨ Provide unconditional love and companionship, reducing loneliness
✨ Bring laughter, play, and joy into our homes every single day

Whether you share life with a goofy puppy or a wise old soul, dogs have a way of grounding us, reminding us to live in the moment, and simply **be present**. 💛💚

Today, give your pup some extra belly rubs or a long walk in their favorite spot—you’ll both reap the benefits! 🐶💚
Drop a pic of your pup for us to enjoy! My crew is below!

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08/24/2025

📍Save this for next time you’re looking for a clean product swap.

Which of these swaps is on your radar?

Tell me your favorite clean brand or product in the comments 👇

08/22/2025

Another injection of caffeine will not give you sustainable energy.

Caffeine gives you a temporary boost, but it doesn’t fix the underlying reason you’re exhausted.

In fact, over time, relying on coffee can worsen fatigue by disrupting sleep, spiking cortisol, and depleting key nutrients like magnesium and B vitamins.

If you’re trying to feel more energized and focused, you need to look at what’s draining you—like blood sugar imbalances, nutrient deficiencies, poor sleep, or chronic stress.

In my practice, I focus on root-cause medicine.

We identify what’s really going on underneath fatigue so we can restore energy naturally and sustainably.

Have you fallen for this one?

No shame. Most of us have at some point.

Let’s talk about what does work.

Comment CURIOUS, and I’ll send you next steps on getting started at my practice.

08/20/2025

My top do’s & don’ts for clean indoor air 🏠👇

08/18/2025

When someone has persistent issues like fatigue, brain fog, or skin issues, and nothing else is adding up, I will leave no stone unturned.

One hidden root cause could be exposure to environmental toxins, often built up over time.

Here are a few of the lab tests I use in my practice:

1️⃣ Urinary Toxin Profile
This urine test screens for 173 environmental toxins, including phthalates, benzene, parabens, and xylene.

2️⃣ Methylation Panel
This test gives insight into how well someone’s phase 2 liver detox pathways are working, along with their antioxidant reserves and nutrient status (like B12, folate, and glutathione).

3️⃣ GI-MAP
I run this to assess gut health—specifically leaky gut, microbiome imbalance, and whether the gut is helping or hindering detox efforts.

I don’t run all of these every time.

What I choose depends on the person, their concerns, and their health history.

But when toxic burden is part of the picture, testing gives us clarity and a targeted path forward.

Want to know more about how I use these labs in practice?

Comment LABS or message me for more info.

08/16/2025

08/14/2025

Ever been told your labs are “normal”... but you still feel awful?

That’s because “normal” doesn’t always mean optimal.
A holistic doctor, who's trained in functional lab interpretation, looks at your labs through a different lens—searching for patterns, early imbalances, and root causes, not just disease diagnosis.

Instead of asking, *“Is this in range?”*, we ask:
✨ *“Is this the healthiest range for YOU?”*
✨ *“How do these numbers connect to your symptoms?”*
✨ *“What’s the bigger story your body is telling?”*

Your labs aren’t just numbers—they’re a roadmap to deeper healing. 🩺🌿