Kare Health & Wellness

01/22/2026

We work in functional medicine, of course our workplace reflects how we care! 👏🏼

Healing isn’t just something we talk about, it’s something we practice, together. 💙

01/21/2026

We are deeply grateful to be named the 2026 Faces of Functional Medicine.

This journey didn’t start with recognition, it started with questions, perseverance, and the hope that there had to be a better way to heal. When functional medicine entered our lives, it didn’t just change how we viewed health, it changed our family. It brought clarity where there had been confusion and hope where there had once been uncertainty.

That transformation planted a seed. A calling to take what had so profoundly impacted our own family and find a way to share it with other families searching for answers. What followed was purpose, and a mission that has grown far beyond what we ever imagined.

Today, we stand in awe of how far this mission has reached and of the lives that have been touched along the way. Thank you to every patient who trusted us, believed in a different path, and allowed us to be part of their story.

From our family to yours, we are honored to continue this work, now and into the future. 💙

417 Magazine

01/20/2026

Sometimes the answers you’re looking for don’t show up on “normal” lab work. 👇🏼

Standard panels are great for catching disease, but they often miss the early imbalances that explain why you don’t feel like yourself. Fatigue that won’t lift. Weight changes that don’t make sense. Mood shifts, brain fog, hormone symptoms… the list goes on.

That’s where a functional medicine approach comes in.
We look deeper, at thyroid function, hormones, inflammation, nutrients, and gut health, not just to flag problems, but to understand what’s happening beneath the surface.

Because your body is always communicating.
And when we listen closely, we can often uncover the root causes long before they turn into bigger issues.

At Kare, labs aren’t about numbers on a page, they’re about clarity, context, and helping you finally connect the dots. 🤍

If this resonates, you’re not alone, and there are answers.

01/19/2026

What you eat today sends signals to your hormones tomorrow.

Your body uses the nutrients you give it to build, balance, and regulate hormones — every single day.

Protein, healthy fats, fiber, and micronutrients all play a role in supporting fertility, mood, and energy.

It’s not about eating perfectly — it’s about eating with awareness.

Because your hormones are always listening. 🌿

01/16/2026

If you've been told that your thyroid lab test results are normal, but you still feel exhausted, foggy, moody, or stuck, then it may be time to look deeper.

You deserve care that listens to your experience, not just your standard TSH blood test in Springfield Missouri lab results.

01/16/2026

We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Charles Crist.
The Lyme disease and tick-borne illness community has lost a truly compassionate physician, listener, and advocate.

Dr. Crist dedicated his life to caring for patients who were often unheard and misunderstood. His kindness, curiosity, and willingness to truly listen changed the lives of so many—and helped restore hope when it was most needed.

Our team at Kare Health & Wellness personally learned so much from Dr. Crist. It was an honor to learn from him and work alongside someone who embodied the very best of medicine and humanity.

Our hearts are with his family, loved ones, staff, and all those whose lives he touched.

Thank you, Dr. Crist, for your extraordinary dedication to the Lyme community. 💚🕊️

01/15/2026

EBOO is one of the most advanced therapies we use to support inflammation, fatigue, and chronic symptoms that haven’t improved with traditional approaches.

By filtering, oxygenating, and ozonating the blood, EBOO helps reduce inflammation at the source and supports healthier cellular energy — two of the biggest drivers behind why so many people feel “off” without clear answers.

If inflammation or fatigue have become your new normal, functional medicine offers a deeper look at what your body truly needs. ❤️

01/14/2026

When your provider is running 2 hours behind… 😅

Okay, but hear us out.
At Kare, one of our core values is “We take the time.”

Many patients come to us after years of feeling rushed through appointments that barely scratched the surface. We do things differently. We slow down, listen fully, and take time to understand each person’s situation.

Sometimes those conversations run long, because they matter.
Because people matter.

Care shouldn’t feel rushed. And healing doesn’t happen on a stopwatch.

01/13/2026

Most people spend years searching for answers — not because their symptoms are “normal,” but because their care never looked deep enough.

At Kare, every treatment is designed to support your biology at the cellular level: restoring energy, correcting deficiencies, balancing hormones, and helping your body function the way it was meant to.

From advanced labs to targeted therapies, our approach is simple:
Understand the whole body.

Treat the root cause.

Support long-term healing.

If you’re ready for a year of clarity, confidence, and real progress… you’re in the right place.

Explore our functional medicine services and start your healing journey with us. 💙

01/12/2026

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans were recently updated, marking one of the most meaningful shifts in decades.

The changes reflect a growing emphasis on food quality, adequate protein intake, and minimizing ultra-processed foods — moving away from rigid rules and toward patterns that support long-term metabolic health.

Rather than focusing solely on calories or macronutrient percentages, the guidance highlights what we’ve long emphasized at Kare:
real food, balanced nutrition, and sustainable habits that support the whole body.

As always, nutrition is not one-size-fits-all. These guidelines provide a framework — individual needs still matter.

01/09/2026

Employee of the Year 💙

One of our favorite moments each year is recognizing someone who truly represents the heart of who we are at Kare. From the very beginning, it was clear she would be a crucial part of our mission — and she has exceeded that in every way.

Our Employee of the Year is someone who has grown tremendously in her role while consistently lifting up those around her. She connects with our patients with genuine care, walks alongside them through every step of their journey, and leads with empathy you simply can’t teach.

Over the past year, she has also stepped into leadership with confidence, guidance, and encouragement — becoming someone others naturally look to and admire. We are so proud to have her as part of the Kare family.

🌟 2025 Employee of the Year:
✨ Grace Negre, Health Coach/Clinical Assistant

Thank you for the heart, dedication, and compassion you bring every single day.

01/08/2026

True leadership is leading with heart 💙

Our Excellence in Leadership Award honors someone who shows up every day with dedication to our team, our mission, and the people we serve. She leads with compassion, warmth, and a genuine care that makes everyone around her feel valued and supported.

What makes her leadership so special is her ability to lift others up — always going above and beyond, always wanting the very best for those she serves. Her joy is contagious, her heart is huge, and her example reminds us what true leadership looks like at Kare.

🌟 This year’s Excellence in Leadership Award goes to:
✨ Cheri Meyer, Director of Personnel

We’re so grateful for you and the incredible heart you bring to our team every day.