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Dr. Kenny Mittelstadt - Functional Medicine

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Dr. Kenny Mittelstadt - Functional Medicine

Functional Medicine & Acupuncture
Dr. Kenny Mittelstadt
DACM, DC, L.Ac., IFMCP

11/01/2025

😔 Feeling anxious... low... irritable... or just emotionally flat?

You’re not alone. And you’re not broken.

Your emotional health isn’t just about mindset... it’s often a reflection of your biology, chemistry, and environment.

If you’ve been struggling to feel like yourself again, it might be time to look under the hood.

Here’s what functional testing can help uncover:

🧠 Cortisol Levels
Your stress hormone isn’t just about energy... when it spikes or crashes at the wrong times of day, it can trigger anxiety, mood swings, panic, or burnout.

💬 Neurotransmitter Imbalances
Low serotonin, GABA, or dopamine can affect sleep, focus, motivation, and how you feel day to day. Testing can guide more targeted nutrition and lifestyle support to rebalance your brain chemistry.

🌿 Micronutrient Deficiencies
B vitamins, magnesium, zinc, and omega-3s all play a role in your mood, stress tolerance, and cognitive clarity. Deficiencies here are more common than most people think.

🦠 Gut Health Markers
Did you know your gut produces nearly 90% of your serotonin? If there’s dysbiosis, inflammation, or leaky gut, mood symptoms like irritability, sadness, or mental fog can follow.

✨ Functional testing helps you stop guessing... and start getting answers.
Because your mental health matters. And your body has a story to tell.

💡 Curious what your labs might reveal?

📲 Book your FREE 15-minute Health Clarity Consult through the link in bio... or DM me to explore functional testing options that actually make sense of what you’re feeling.

10/30/2025

✨ Stay aligned with your own energy...and let people meet you there. ✨

Not everyone will understand your healing choices.

The early bedtime.

The morning walk instead of brunch.

The supplements, the meditation, the boundaries.

That’s okay.

Your job is not to convince anyone.

Your job is to stay in integrity with you.

When you align with your body’s needs...your pace, your capacity, your intuition...you create space for real healing.

And the right people?

They’ll meet you in that space. 💛

So breathe.

Keep listening inward.

You don’t have to shape-shift to be accepted.

🌿 Alignment over approval. Every time.

Where in your life are you learning to honor your own energy?

👇 Let’s normalize this in the comments.

10/29/2025

…and it’s not just a cliché.

It’s a truth you feel when your energy runs low…

When brain fog steals your focus, or pain hijacks your plans.

When you're “doing everything right,” but your body still says otherwise.

Here’s the shift:

Your health is NOT a luxury.
It’s NOT selfish.

It’s foundational.

Because when your body works with you instead of against you...

🧠 Your mind is clearer
💛 Your mood is steadier
🌿 Your purpose feels more accessible

That’s the kind of wealth I want for you.

Not just in labs or metrics...but in how you feel, function, and show up for life.

✨ Ready to explore what’s really going on with your health?

Let’s uncover your root causes and build a plan that fits your life.

Book your FREE 15-minute Health Clarity Consult through the link in bio.

👇 What would you do more of if you felt consistently well?

10/28/2025

😵‍💫 Struggling with brain fog, exhaustion, or feeling “off” no matter how much you rest?

It might not just be burnout or stress...

Candida overgrowth could be part of the picture.

While Candida is a normal part of the gut ecosystem, when it becomes imbalanced, it can trigger low-grade inflammation... disrupt neurotransmitter production... and increase gut permeability (aka leaky gut).

This can put extra strain on your immune system and mimic or even contribute to symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS/ME).

If you’re dealing with unexplained fatigue alongside bloating, food sensitivities, or frequent yeast infections... your gut might be sending you a message.

✨ Functional testing helps take the guesswork out so we can uncover the real root of what’s going on.

💡 Want clarity on whether Candida or gut imbalances are draining your energy?

📲 Book your FREE 15-minute Health Clarity Consult through the link in bio... and let’s explore what your body’s been trying to tell you.

10/27/2025

Grinding your teeth at night?

It’s not just a dental issue...it’s a nervous system signal. 😬🌙

Bruxism (teeth grinding) is often dismissed as a bad habit, but it’s usually a deeper message from your body.

It’s commonly linked to:
🧠 Chronic stress or anxiety
😴 Sleep disruptions or disordered breathing
💥 Imbalances in your nervous system (think sympathetic overdrive)

Left unaddressed, it can lead to:
• Jaw pain and dental damage
• Tension headaches
• Fragmented, unrestful sleep
• Fatigue and irritability during the day

✨ The key to healing isn’t just a mouthguard...it’s identifying why your body is stuck in tension mode at night.

Ready for natural strategies that support both your sleep and your nervous system?

👉 Read the full blog for root-cause insights that might be affecting sleep and practical tools:

https://drkennymittelstadt.com/improving-sleep-quality/

10/24/2025

Looking for a refreshing, gut-friendly treat that satisfies your sweet tooth without the blood sugar crash?

This no-bake Greek yogurt tart has you covered. 🍓✨

It’s gluten-free, protein-packed, and filled with nourishing ingredients your body will thank you for.

Ingredients:
• 15 pitted Medjool dates (about 230g), soaked in warm water for 10 minutes*
• 3/4 cup (100g) unsalted cashews*
• 3/4 cup (100g) unsalted almonds
• 1 cup (250g) Greek yogurt (plain or any flavor)
• Assorted sliced fresh fruit

Instructions:
1. Spray the bottom of a 9-inch tart pan, cake pan, or pie dish with nonstick spray. Line with parchment paper (a circle slightly larger than the pan works well).

2. Soak dates in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain and slice in half.

3. In a food processor, pulse dates, cashews, and almonds until a sticky dough forms.

4. Press evenly into prepared pan and partially up the sides.
Spread the Greek yogurt over the crust. Decorate with fresh fruit.

5. Optional: Mix fruit preserves with a little water and brush over the fruit for a glossy finish.

6. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day. Leftovers will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.

✨ Gut-supportive, naturally sweet, and loaded with antioxidants...this is a dessert that works with your body, not against it.

Recipe adapted from: https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/greek-yogurt-fruit-tart/

10/23/2025

Still not feeling like yourself after a round of antibiotics? It might be your gut. 🧠🌿

Antibiotics are powerful...but they don’t just wipe out the bad bacteria.

They also disrupt the good microbes your body relies on for:
• Clear thinking
• Stable energy
• Strong immunity
• Balanced mood

This gut imbalance can lead to symptoms like:
😵‍💫 Brain fog
😴 Chronic fatigue
😟 Anxiety or low mood
💩 Digestive issues that won’t go away

✨ Healing your gut isn’t just about popping a probiotic.

It’s about rebuilding bacterial diversity, nourishing your gut lining, and choosing the right foods to restore balance from the inside out.

Want to feel like yourself again? It starts with your microbiome.

👉 Learn how to repair your gut after antibiotics in the latest blog:
https://drkennymittelstadt.com/antibiotics_and_gut_health/

10/22/2025

Leaky gut doesn’t just affect digestion. It can quietly deplete key nutrients your body depends on to heal, energize, and stay balanced.

Here are 5 deficiencies I often see in patients with gut permeability:
1️⃣ Zinc – supports repair and immune defense
2️⃣ Magnesium – helps calm the nervous system and reduce tension
3️⃣ Iron – carries oxygen and fuels your cells
4️⃣ Vitamin D – regulates immunity and mood
5️⃣ B vitamins – power metabolism and brain function

When your gut barrier is compromised, absorption drops and inflammation rises. The result? Fatigue, brain fog, low mood, and a sense that your body just isn’t recovering like it used to.

If you’re struggling with these symptoms, it’s worth looking beneath the surface. Healing your gut may be the missing link.

Save this for your next lab review or share with someone working on their gut health. 🌿

10/21/2025

Eating plant-based? 🌿

It can be a beautiful, nourishing choice...but it also requires a bit more strategy when it comes to key nutrients.

Certain vitamins and minerals...like B12, iron, omega-3s, and calcium...are harder to get through plants alone.

And over time, even subtle deficiencies can lead to symptoms like:
⚡ Low energy and brain fog
🩸 Anemia or frequent fatigue
🛡 Weakened immunity
🦴 Bone density loss or muscle weakness

Vitamin B12 is one of the most common gaps...essential for energy, mood, and nervous system health.

Low iron and omega-3s can lead to inflammation, poor focus, or even heart-related concerns.

And without enough calcium or vitamin D, your bone health can quietly suffer.

But here’s the good news:
You can thrive on a vegan or plant-based diet...with the right testing and support.

🔍 I use functional lab testing to help you catch deficiencies early and guide you with targeted nutrition and supplements (like algae-based omega-3s, methylated B12, or gentle iron support).

If you're unsure whether your plant-based lifestyle is covering all your bases, let’s take a closer look.

✨ Book a free 15-minute Health Clarity Consult through the link in bio and give your body the support it deserves.

👇 Are you currently eating plant-based? What’s been the most surprising part of it for you?

10/15/2025

✨ You don’t need a full lifestyle overhaul to start feeling better.

What you do consistently matters more than what you do perfectly.

Simple, daily micro-habits can create powerful shifts in your energy, mood, and resilience over time... and most of them take less than 5 minutes.

Here are 10 micro-habits I often recommend to patients:

☀️ Get 5 minutes of morning sunlight
Support your circadian rhythm and boost natural energy

💧 Drink a glass of water first thing
Rehydrate and help your digestion wake up

🌬 Take 10 slow, intentional breaths
Soothe your nervous system and lower cortisol

🚶 Go for a short walk after meals
Help regulate blood sugar and support digestion

📵 Put your phone away while you eat
Let your body fully enter a “rest and digest” state

🧘 Stretch or move gently for 2–3 minutes
Keep your joints happy and circulation flowing

🛏 Go to bed at the same time each night
Teach your body to trust a natural sleep rhythm

📝 Write down 3 things you’re grateful for
Train your brain toward calm and resilience

💡 Dim lights an hour before sleep
Support natural melatonin release and deeper rest

🚿 End your shower with 30 seconds of cool water
Stimulate circulation and vagus nerve tone

Start with one habit that feels doable... then build from there.

✨ Small changes really do create big momentum.

💬 Which one will you try this week?

If you're ready to create a personalized rhythm for your health, book your FREE 15-minute Health Clarity Consult through the link in bio.

10/09/2025

Tired of chasing symptoms, only to end up right back where you started?

So are most of my patients when they first walk through my (virtual) door.

Because here’s the truth:

Your symptoms are not the whole story.

They’re messengers...pointing to deeper imbalances in the systems that keep your body running.

⚙ Gut + digestion
⚙ Hormones + blood sugar
⚙ Detox pathways + inflammation
⚙ Nervous system + stress response

When one system falls out of balance, it creates a ripple effect.

That’s why functional medicine takes a step back to look at the whole picture.
Not just what’s hurting...but why.

✨ When you treat the system, the symptoms often resolve on their own.

Let’s stop putting band-aids on root causes.

Let’s create a plan that actually supports your body’s natural ability to heal.

👇 Curious what systems might be out of sync for you?

Drop a question or book a free Health

Clarity Consult through the link in bio.

10/08/2025

✨ Feeling “off,” but labs say you're fine?
You're not imagining it.

Your body is wise... and it often sends early warning signs before anything shows up on a report.

Here are a few subtle symptoms and what they might be trying to tell you:

• Chronic hives or surprise skin flare-ups?
Consider reducing high-histamine foods and adding gut-soothing nutrients like quercetin and omega-3s.

• Waking up every night between 1–3 AM?
Try a protein-rich bedtime snack and support gentle detox with dry brushing or calming herbal teas 🌿

• Bloated... even when you’re eating clean?
Slow down, chew more, and consider digestive bitters to support your stomach’s natural rhythm.

• Irritable or anxious before your period?
Support your cycle with leafy greens, magnesium, B6, and cut back on caffeine during your luteal phase.

• Tingling hands or feet out of nowhere?

You may need more B12... think eggs, fish, or nutritional yeast... and don’t underestimate the power of stretching 🧘

Sometimes it’s the small shifts that move the needle the most.

But if symptoms persist, it might be time to dig deeper with personalized testing.

💡 Ready for real answers and a root-cause plan made just for you?

Book your FREE 15-minute Health Clarity Consult through the link in bio and let’s explore what your body’s been trying to say.

👇 Which of these symptoms has shown up for you lately?

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8088 Old Austin Road Unit 2A
Selma, TX
78154

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Thursday	2pm - 7pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Sunday	10am - 5pm

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