Atlanta Integrative & Internal Medicine

Atlanta Integrative & Internal Medicine Atlanta Integrative and Internal Medicine is a fully integrated medical practice offering holistic a

Atlanta Integrative and Internal Medicine is a fully integrated medical practice offering holistic and alternative as well as traditional medicine. The goal of a Functional medicine physician is to discover and treat the root cause of illness and allow the body to heal itself given the proper nutritionals and removal of toxins.

Let’s clear something up: birth control does not balance your hormones.It actually shuts down your natural hormonal cycl...
10/28/2025

Let’s clear something up: birth control does not balance your hormones.
It actually shuts down your natural hormonal cycle and replaces it with a synthetic version. And while the pill can mask symptoms like acne, painful periods, or irregular cycles, it doesn’t fix what’s causing them. In many cases, symptoms come right back, or even get worse, when you stop taking it.

If you’ve ever said:

• “My doctor put me on the pill to fix my period.”
• “It helped for a while, but now I feel worse.”
• “I still have mood swings, bloating, and fatigue even on birth control...”

Synthetic hormones can’t replicate the rhythm, feedback loops, or long-term benefits of your own cycle. Real hormone balance happens when we look at root causes like gut health, blood sugar, liver detox, nutrient status, and chronic stress.

You're working out consistently, eating clean, pushing hard… and somehow, you're still gaining weight.Here's what most f...
10/27/2025

You're working out consistently, eating clean, pushing hard… and somehow, you're still gaining weight.

Here's what most fitness plans forget to tell women: High-intensity workouts like HIIT are powerful, but when done too often, especially without proper recovery, they can work against your body.
Excessive HIIT can increase your cortisol (your body’s main stress hormone), disrupt your blood sugar, and even suppress your thyroid function. Over time, this leads to increased inflammation, stubborn belly fat, disrupted sleep, and major fatigue.

This is especially true for women in their 30s, 40s, and beyond, when hormonal shifts make the body more sensitive to stress of any kind.

💡 So what should you do instead?

✨ Strength training 2–3x per week
✨ Daily walking to support metabolism without raising cortisol
✨ Yoga, Pilates, or breathwork for nervous system recovery
✨ Prioritizing rest, sleep, blood sugar balance, and protein intake

If your workouts are making you feel puffy, tired, or stuck, your hormones might be asking for something different.

Your gut is home to trillions of microbes, and the more diverse they are, the better they can support your digestion, im...
10/12/2025

Your gut is home to trillions of microbes, and the more diverse they are, the better they can support your digestion, immunity, and metabolism.

When diversity drops, your body sends signals. Three common signs:

1️⃣ Frequent bloating or irregular bowel movements – your gut struggles to process food efficiently.
2️⃣ Weakened immunity – you catch colds easily or take longer to recover.
3️⃣ Difficulty managing weight – metabolism slows when your gut is out of balance.

Low microbiome diversity means less resilience, more inflammation, and reduced nutrient absorption. The good news? Your gut can change, diversity can be rebuilt with the right foods, lifestyle, and support.

If you suspect your gut health is holding you back, we can help you uncover imbalances and create a plan to restore your microbiome.

Sometimes the foods we eat every day are the very ones triggering our symptoms. That’s where an elimination diet can be ...
10/11/2025

Sometimes the foods we eat every day are the very ones triggering our symptoms. That’s where an elimination diet can be a game-changer.

By removing certain common trigger foods for a few weeks and then reintroducing them one at a time, you can clearly see which ones your body loves… and which ones it’s fighting against. It’s not about restriction forever, it’s about gathering clues and creating a diet that truly works for your body.

This isn’t just guesswork, it’s a structured, intentional way to uncover hidden food sensitivities that can affect digestion, energy, mood, hormones, and skin health.

If you feel like something might be off, we can help you create a plan that’s effective, nutrient-balanced, and sustainable. Book your consultation today!

Dark circles can be a clue that your body is struggling with deeper imbalances, especially in your gut or liver.When dig...
10/10/2025

Dark circles can be a clue that your body is struggling with deeper imbalances, especially in your gut or liver.

When digestion is off, nutrient absorption suffers. Low iron, B vitamins, or antioxidants can make the skin under your eyes appear darker. Chronic gut inflammation can also cause blood vessels in that delicate area to dilate, making shadows more visible.

Your liver is another key player as it’s your main detox organ. If it’s overburdened by environmental toxins, processed foods, or chronic inflammation, your body may show signs through your skin, including puffiness or discoloration under the eyes.

Instead of just covering up with concealer, it’s worth asking: Why is my body showing this sign? Addressing gut health, supporting liver function, and optimizing nutrient intake can make a visible difference.

Both can be signs that your body’s natural sleep rhythms are out of sync, but for very different reasons.💤 If you strugg...
10/09/2025

Both can be signs that your body’s natural sleep rhythms are out of sync, but for very different reasons.

💤 If you struggle to fall asleep, it could be due to high evening cortisol, blue light exposure, or an overactive nervous system that hasn’t had time to wind down.
🌙 If you wake up in the night, blood sugar drops, hormone changes, or even liver detox patterns might be to blame.

Sleep isn’t just about hours in bed, it’s a reflection of your hormonal balance, nutrient status, stress response, and even gut health.

So tell us in the comments, are you a “can’t fall asleep” or “wake up at 3am” person?

Supplement timing can make the difference between your body absorbing what it needs… and your expensive vitamins ending ...
10/08/2025

Supplement timing can make the difference between your body absorbing what it needs… and your expensive vitamins ending up in the toilet.

Here are a few key tips for better absorption:

🌱 Fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) → Take with a meal containing healthy fats so your body can absorb them properly.
🌱 Magnesium → Often best in the evening to support muscle relaxation and better sleep.
🌱 Iron → Take on an empty stomach with vitamin C for better absorption—but avoid pairing it with coffee, tea, dairy, or calcium supplements, which block uptake.
🌱 Probiotics → Generally taken 30 minutes before meals or with a light snack (unless the label says otherwise).
🌱 B vitamins → Best in the morning, as they can boost energy and may keep you awake if taken late.

If you’re taking supplements but not seeing the results you hoped for, we can help you optimize what you take, when you take it, and how your body uses it.

This Gut Healing Salad Dressing is a functional food powerhouse, blending healthy fats, fermented miso for probiotic ben...
10/07/2025

This Gut Healing Salad Dressing is a functional food powerhouse, blending healthy fats, fermented miso for probiotic benefits, and nutrient-dense nutritional yeast for a savory, cheesy flavor (without the dairy).

Ingredients
⅓ cup oil, extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
juice of 2 lemons
¼ cup vinegar, red wine
¼ cup white miso paste
⅓ cup nutritional yeast
1 tablespoon oregano, dried
2 garlic cloves, grated
½ teaspoon salt

Instructions
In a bowl, whisk together the EVOO or avocado oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, white miso paste, nutritional yeast, dried oregano, grated garlic, and salt until well combined.
Transfer the vinaigrette to a jar or airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Recipe adapted from: https://nicolejaques.com/gut-healing-salad-dressing

Your cycle is like a monthly report card on your hormones, nutrient status, stress levels, and even gut health. Subtle c...
10/06/2025

Your cycle is like a monthly report card on your hormones, nutrient status, stress levels, and even gut health. Subtle changes in timing, flow, or symptoms can be early clues that something’s out of balance, long before it shows up on standard lab work.

When you track, you can:

✨ Spot patterns in mood, energy, and cravings.
✨ Time workouts and nutrition for each phase of your cycle.
✨ Identify signs of hormonal imbalances like low progesterone, estrogen dominance, or thyroid issues.
✨ Support fertility or healthy perimenopause transitions.

The best part? You don’t need anything fancy, just a notebook or a simple app to log cycle days, symptoms, and changes. Over time, you’ll build a detailed picture of your hormonal rhythm, making it easier to work with your body instead of against it.

You’ve noticed your hair thinning. You bring it up at your checkup… and you’re told “everything looks normal.”Here’s why...
10/05/2025

You’ve noticed your hair thinning. You bring it up at your checkup… and you’re told “everything looks normal.”

Here’s why that happens:

👉 Symptoms like fatigue, mood changes, or hair loss are often blamed on stress or age.
👉 Routine labs may miss subtle imbalances in iron, thyroid, or hormones.
👉 Your hair, skin, and hormone health aren’t always connected in standard care.

A new study just found that people taking vitamin D3 (2,000 IU a day) kept their telomeres—those protective caps on your...
10/04/2025

A new study just found that people taking vitamin D3 (2,000 IU a day) kept their telomeres—those protective caps on your DNA—longer over four years compared to those on a placebo.

Why does that matter?

Telomeres naturally shorten as we age, and shorter telomeres are linked to things like chronic inflammation, weaker immunity, and higher disease risk. In this study, vitamin D users had telomeres that looked almost three years “younger” than the non-vitamin D group.

We already know vitamin D helps with immunity, mood, and bone health, but this research suggests it may also slow one of the body’s fundamental aging processes.

Most people jump straight to worrying about their heart when they feel palpitations but sometimes, the issue starts with...
10/03/2025

Most people jump straight to worrying about their heart when they feel palpitations but sometimes, the issue starts with a simple nutrient deficiency.

Magnesium is one of the most important minerals for heart health. It helps regulate your heart’s electrical signals, keeps rhythm steady, and supports muscle relaxation, including your heart muscle.

When magnesium is low, those electrical signals can misfire, making your heartbeat feel irregular, fluttery, or even like it’s “skipping” a beat. Stress, poor diet, certain medications, high caffeine intake, and even intense exercise can all deplete magnesium levels.

If magnesium deficiency is the cause, supporting your levels through diet and targeted supplementation can help restore calm, not just to your heart, but to your whole body.

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