Potlatch Holistic Haven

04/28/2025

Let’s talk about progesterone, a key player in our hormonal health! 🌟 Progesterone is a hormone that does a lot for us, especially in balancing our moods and supporting reproductive health. It's naturally produced by our bodies and plays a critical role during the menstrual cycle and in maintaining pregnancies.

But progesterone’s benefits go beyond just reproductive health. It’s also known for its calming effects. It can help improve sleep quality and reduce anxiety by acting as a natural sedative. Plus, it supports the brain's function and is often used to enhance mood and cognitive function.

For women approaching menopause, progesterone can be particularly beneficial. It helps counterbalance estrogen and can relieve symptoms of menopause like hot flashes and night sweats. Some studies even suggest that it might help protect against certain health issues like osteoporosis and heart disease.

So, whether you’re dealing with stress, sleep issues, or hormonal imbalances, progesterone might just be the unsung hero you need. As always, it’s important to consult with a healthcare provider to see how you can safely incorporate treatments that support your progesterone levels into your health regimen.

04/21/2025

🌅 Start Your Day Bright! ☀️

Did you know that the way you light up your morning can profoundly impact your health? Incorporating sunlight or bright light therapy into your morning routine is more than just a boost to your mood—it's a vital practice for your overall health.

Morning exposure to sunlight or a bright light therapy lamp can significantly help regulate your circadian rhythms, those internal clocks that dictate everything from your sleep patterns to your energy levels throughout the day. Proper alignment of these rhythms is crucial not only for a good night’s sleep but also for maintaining robust metabolic and thyroid function.

Why is this important? Well, the thyroid gland, which regulates metabolism, is highly sensitive to changes in light and dark cycles. By exposing yourself to bright light in the morning, you help stimulate thyroid function, which can boost your metabolism, improve your mood, enhance your energy levels, and even help maintain a healthy weight.

So, how can you incorporate this into your routine? Try to get at least 20-30 minutes of natural sunlight as early as possible after waking up. If natural sunlight isn't an option, a bright light therapy lamp can serve as an effective substitute.

Embrace the power of light and make your mornings shine brighter! Your body (and your thyroid!) will thank you.

04/14/2025

🌙 Enhance Your Sleep with L-Theanine! This remarkable amino acid, often found in green tea, is also available as a supplement tailored to improve your nightly rest. L-Theanine is celebrated for its ability to promote relaxation without causing drowsiness, making it perfect for settling down at bedtime without feeling groggy the next morning.

L-Theanine works by supporting a calm and relaxed mind, an essential state for initiating sleep naturally and achieving deep, restorative sleep. By fostering a tranquil mind, L-Theanine helps mitigate the mental chatter that can keep us up at night.

In addition to improving sleep, L-Theanine can help balance your mood by facilitating the production of serotonin and dopamine, neurotransmitters that are crucial for emotional well-being and relaxation.

For those looking to improve their sleep quality, a typical dose of L-Theanine is around 100 to 200 mg taken shortly before bedtime. This dosage can help you unwind and prepare for a good night's sleep, enhancing both the ease of falling asleep and the quality of sleep itself.

04/07/2025

Did you know that gelatin is more than just a setting agent for your desserts? 🍮 Gelatin, derived from collagen, is a protein-rich food that plays a crucial role in balancing amino acid intake, particularly by providing glycine and proline. These amino acids are often underrepresented in the modern diet but are essential for a variety of health functions.

Gelatin has been shown to support gut health by enhancing the integrity of the intestinal wall and reducing inflammation. It's also beneficial for joint health, as it helps to rebuild cartilage and provide lubrication. Furthermore, gelatin can help balance the effects of methionine-rich foods (like meats), which when consumed in excess, can raise homocysteine levels and potentially lead to heart problems.

Moreover, gelatin's unique amino acids, glycine and proline, are important for your body's detoxification processes and for supporting the liver in managing toxins efficiently. Gelatin also has a calming effect, potentially reducing stress hormones in the body, which makes it not only a nutritional powerhouse but also a promoter of overall well-being.

Incorporating gelatin into your diet can be as simple as adding it to soups and broths, or making healthy jellies and puddings. It’s a fantastic way to enhance your nutritional intake while enjoying delicious, comforting foods. So, why not give your meals and snacks a healthful boost with this amazing superfood?

04/18/2024

Exciting News for Our Small Town Community!

We're thrilled to introduce a new era of health and wellness right to your doorstep - our functional (natural) medicine business is here to empower every family with affordable, cutting-edge functional medicine coaching.

🗓️ Schedule your appointment online to start your functional medicine journey.

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We offer affordable and cutting-edge functional medicine coaching services for small-town families seeking optimal health and well-being. Be healthy naturally.

03/19/2024

First full day in office! Thankful for a central location with beautiful new floors (awesome
Husband) and lunch from Red Fir Coffee House & Boutique (always yummy yummy soups). Still watching for comfy furniture to round out the space. 🙂

Tuesdays are the day I’m open. Appointments can be made on the website. ❤️

03/14/2024

How to Utilize Glucose Well -- very good info here.

(And Why You Should Care)

01/05/2024

Service Spotlight: One of our comprehensive tests offered is the HTMA (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis).

This test measures the mineral content of hair. Just a small sample of hair from the head actually provides a reflection of the whole body’s mineral status, particularly intracellular (inside the cells) activity- which is difficult to measure via bloodwork.

We will see not just minerals- like sodium, potassium, copper, and magnesium, but heavy metals- like mercury, aluminum, and lead- as well!

It provides a picture of how your thyroid, adrenals, blood sugar, and more are functioning.

12/05/2023

Its official. We are now seeing clients in Potlatch!

11/28/2023

Starting in December, we will be open at our brick and mortar location in Potlatch, ID!

You can book an initial appointment via this link: https://l.bttr.to/2wSjO

Email with questions: kayla@potlatchholistichaven.com