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Not all prenatals are created equal. Many store-brand formulas check the "basic vitamin" boxes but miss out on the forms...
11/21/2025

Not all prenatals are created equal. Many store-brand formulas check the "basic vitamin" boxes but miss out on the forms and doses your body can actually use during preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum.

Here's what to look for:
- Folate (not folic acid)
- Active B vitamins (like methylated B12 and B6)
- Choline for baby's brain development
- Iron (only if you need it!)
- Gentle forms of magnesium and calcium

And watch for:
- Synthetic dyes
- Low-dose everything
- "One-a-day" formulas with poor absorption

Whether you're planning, pregnant, or postpartum, your prenatal should be targeted, bioavailable, and supportive.

This Apple Pie Fall Smoothie is delicious and nutritious, and tastes just like apple pie!Ingredients2 medium apples, cor...
11/20/2025

This Apple Pie Fall Smoothie is delicious and nutritious, and tastes just like apple pie!

Ingredients
2 medium apples, cored
1 cup milk, dairy or non-dairy
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
pinch of ground cardamom
1 scoop vanilla protein powder

Instructions
Throw all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth and to your desired consistency.
Pour into tall glasses, sprinkle with some cinnamon, and enjoy!

Recipe adapted from: https://www.aheadofthyme.com/healthy-apple-pie-fall-smoothie

11/20/2025

Post-viral fatigue has a look. Low energy, fuzzy thoughts, a body that never quite powers down. 🔄🧬 Most people don’t connect those lingering symptoms to their immune system, mitochondria, or hormones still recovering from the fight. And while supplements have their place, they won’t do much until that inflammation clears. This is exactly what my recovery program is built for: restoring energy at the root, not just chasing symptoms. Comment BOOK to grab one of the 4 spots I just opened this month.

If you wake up with puffy, swollen eyes your body is trying to tell you something. This can be a subtle sign that your c...
11/19/2025

If you wake up with puffy, swollen eyes your body is trying to tell you something. This can be a subtle sign that your cortisol rhythm is off and your stress hormones aren't cycling the way they should.

Here's how it works:

- Cortisol is meant to rise in the morning to wake you up, reduce fluid retention, and get your metabolism going.
- But if your cortisol is low when it should be high (a common pattern in burnout or HPA axis dysfunction), your body can't regulate inflammation or fluid balance efficiently.

This often leads to:

- Morning puffiness around the eyes and face
- Feeling groggy or heavy even after 8+ hours of sleep
- Brain fog or a slow start
- Craving coffee or sugar to "kick in"
- Waking up more tired than you were before bed

If this sounds familiar, your body is asking for support!

11/19/2025

You can’t supplement your way out of long COVID. 💊😩 Not if inflammation is still standing in the way. I see it all the time: people loading up on vitamins, IV drips, and immune boosters but still dragging through the day. Why? Because if your mitochondria are struggling, your body can’t use those nutrients the way you think it can. The key isn’t more, it’s being smarter. Start with calming inflammation, stabilizing your blood sugar, and rebuilding your cellular energy from the inside out.

Hormonal shifts can start years before menopause, and the signs are often missed or mistaken for stress or burnout.Here ...
11/19/2025

Hormonal shifts can start years before menopause, and the signs are often missed or mistaken for stress or burnout.

Here are 5 subtle signs you might already be in perimenopause:

- Middle-of-the-night wakeups that never used to happen
- Mood swings, anxiety, or unexpected irritability
- Menstrual cycles that are heavier, shorter, or all over the place
- Brain fog or forgetfulness creeping in
- Weight gain that's hard to explain

These aren't "just signs of aging" they could be your hormones asking for support.

Chronic skin issues like acne, eczema, and rosacea are often treated with creams, antibiotics, or elimination diets. The...
11/18/2025

Chronic skin issues like acne, eczema, and rosacea are often treated with creams, antibiotics, or elimination diets. These may reduce symptoms temporarily, but they rarely address why the problem keeps coming back.

Your skin is closely connected to your gut, immune system, and detox pathways. When the gut lining becomes compromised, or the microbiome is imbalanced, it can trigger systemic inflammation that shows up on the skin.

Key contributors include:
- Gut dysbiosis (too much bad bacteria, not enough good)
- Leaky gut, allowing inflammatory molecules into the bloodstream
- Sluggish detox function, especially in the liver and lymphatic system
- Food sensitivities or low digestive enzyme production

If you're reacting to everything, experiencing flares without a clear cause, or finding that nothing topical is working anymore, it's time to look deeper.

It's easy to end up taking 10+ supplements when you're trying to "do all the right things." But just like with food or m...
11/15/2025

It's easy to end up taking 10+ supplements when you're trying to "do all the right things." But just like with food or medications, more isn't always better and can even create new imbalances if not carefully tailored.

Supplements should support your body's healing, not overwhelm it.

Why more isn't always better:
- Over-supplementing can stress your liver
- Some nutrients compete with each other
- You may be masking symptoms instead of addressing the root
- Your body's needs change over time

Functional support is most effective when it's personalized, intentional, and adjusted over time, not just stacked endlessly.

11/15/2025

If you’ve ever completely blanked in the middle of a conversation, forgot what someone just said, or caught yourself staring into space...👀 You’re not rude. You’re overloaded. We’ve been told brain fog and forgetfulness are just normal with age, but your brain is actually waving a big red flag. And if you ignore it? Things only get worse. There are ways to train your focus, memory, and real-time processing, and they’re way simpler than you think.

Milk thistle has been used for centuries to support liver health, but does it really work?Here's what the research (and ...
11/14/2025

Milk thistle has been used for centuries to support liver health, but does it really work?

Here's what the research (and clinical experience) says:

- May help protect liver cells from toxins
- Supports antioxidant activity (thanks to silymarin)
- Can aid liver enzyme balance in some individuals
- Generally safe and well-tolerated when used properly

But...

- It's not a "detox pill" and won't undo a weekend of wine and takeout
- It works best when paired with lifestyle strategies like hydration, sleep, and real food

Milk thistle can be a helpful tool but think of it as support, not a solution.

Perimenopause often starts long before your periods stop, and its symptoms are easy to miss or blame on stress, aging, o...
11/13/2025

Perimenopause often starts long before your periods stop, and its symptoms are easy to miss or blame on stress, aging, or "just life."

From sleep disruption and mood changes to brain fog and unpredictable cycles, these signs could point to hormonal transitions already underway.
Understanding what's happening gives you the power to take action, through testing, nutrition, and targeted support.

11/13/2025

They’re done being told everything looks normal when they feel anything but. 😤🩺 Normal doesn’t always mean healthy. And if you’ve been told to just keep an eye on it while your energy, mood, or weight spirals… you’re not imagining it. Functional medicine looks at your labs through a whole different lens. One that’s focused on thriving, not just avoiding disease. If you’re ready to stop feeling dismissed and start feeling like you again, comment BOOK below. I’ve got a few discovery call spots open this week. 💬

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