BeWell Associates

BeWell Associates BeWell Associates is dedicated to helping you achieve vibrant health through science-based, holistic nutrition. Why BeWell Associations? Our clients are complex!

They have complicated health histories and have been to numerous other practitioners without resolution. Here at BeWell Associates, a holistic nutrition practice, we give you individualized attention and create a plan for you based on testing and our 40 years of combined clinical experience. Your first appointment consists of an in depth health history, assessment of needs, and evaluation of diet

and lifestyle habits. We use targeted supplementation and make dietary changes to support your health goals. We may recommend functional testing. You will leave with an easy-to-follow plan that supports your progress and we are available by email for questions and clarification. Each plan is customized for your needs. We work often and successfully with these health concerns:
Autism
Adrenal burnout
Anxiety/Depression
Blood sugar irregularities such as pre-diabetes and insulin resistance
Detoxification
Digestive problems such as acid reflux, heartburn, IBS, etc. Low energy/fatigue
Low thyroid function
Food allergies
Metabolic imbalances
PMS/Menopause
Weak Immunity
ADD/ADHD
Cholesterol correction
Insomnia
Osteoporosis/osteopenia
Weight loss

In a 2014 study by Bala et al., researchers gave healthy adults enough alcohol to reach a blood alcohol level of 0.08%, ...
05/29/2026

In a 2014 study by Bala et al., researchers gave healthy adults enough alcohol to reach a blood alcohol level of 0.08%, the legal driving limit in most states.
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Then they tracked levels of bacterial toxins (LPS) in the bloodstream.
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What they found was striking 👇
After just ONE episode of heavy drinking, endotoxin levels in the blood increased significantly.
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Why?
Because alcohol disrupted the gut barrier, allowing bacterial toxins to pass into circulation - what many people call “leaky gut.”
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Even more interesting:
Researchers found the endotoxin levels stayed elevated until alcohol was FULLY cleared from the body.
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Meaning - As long as alcohol was present, the gut barrier remained impaired.
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Over time, chronic alcohol intake may contribute to:
🚨microbiome disruption
🚨 increased inflammation
🚨reduced beneficial short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs)
🚨mood and anxiety changes
🚨progression toward liver disease
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This isn’t about fear or perfection. It’s about understanding how everyday choices impact inflammation, gut health, and long-term wellness.
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At BeWell, we believe education is empowering 💙

Most people think alcohol is primarily a liver issue. But emerging research shows alcohol may be damaging your gut barri...
05/28/2026

Most people think alcohol is primarily a liver issue. But emerging research shows alcohol may be damaging your gut barrier long before obvious symptoms appear.
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Your gut lining is designed to keep harmful bacteria and toxins INSIDE the digestive tract. Alcohol can weaken that barrier by:
🚨damaging intestinal cells
🚨disrupting the proteins that hold the gut lining together
🚨altering the gut microbiome
🚨increasing inflammation + oxidative stress
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The result?
Bacterial toxins called LPS (lipopolysaccharides) can “leak” into the bloodstream — a process often referred to as leaky gut or endotoxemia.
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And those toxins don’t just affect the gut. Research shows they can trigger inflammation throughout the body, including:
🧠the brain
🫀the cardiovascular system
🩺the liver
😟even mood and anxiety pathways
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At BeWell, we talk a lot about how gut health influences whole-body health — and alcohol is one piece of that conversation many people don’t realize matters.
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Part 2 tomorrow: the study that made researchers rethink alcohol and gut health 👀
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05/27/2026

“Your symptoms are unrelated.” We hear this story ALL the time.
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Joint instability.
Chronic fatigue.
Migrating pain.
Brain fog.
Severe allergies.
Muscle weakness.
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And yet so many people are told:
“There’s nothing connecting these symptoms.”
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At BeWell, we ask a different question:
�👉 What if there is an underlying root cause?
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In this case study, BeWell clinician Danielle Preissing, MS, CNS, LN, IFMCP shares how advanced functional testing revealed patterns of:
▪️oxidative stress + inflammation
▪️impaired detoxification
▪️low glutathione status
▪️chronic immune activation
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Ultimately helping uncover deeper issues including connective tissue dysfunction and mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS).
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This is why functional nutrition matters.
The body works as an interconnected system — and symptoms are often clues, not coincidences.
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If you’ve ever felt dismissed, unheard, or told your symptoms “don’t make sense,” this reel is for you 💙

05/25/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday to BeWell’s founder, Monica Montag! 🎉
Today we’re celebrating the heart behind BeWell 💙
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For more than 30 years, Monica has helped clients uncover the root causes of chronic health struggles through evidence-based nutrition, holistic lifestyle medicine, and compassionate care. As a Certified Nutritionist, Holistic Lifestyle Teacher, and true “health detective,” she has dedicated her life to helping people find healing, hope, and wholeness.
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What started through word-of-mouth and community education grew into the BeWell team and approach we know today. One built on deep listening, functional nutrition, collaboration, and truly personalized care.
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Monica’s passion for learning, innovation, and helping even the most complex cases continues to inspire both clients and clinicians every single day. Whether she’s researching the newest nutritional therapies, mentoring the BeWell team, gardening, walking her dogs, or “airing her brain” outdoors ☀️🌿
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Monica brings wisdom, warmth, and purpose into everything she does.
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Please help us wish Monica the happiest birthday and thank her for the incredible impact she’s had on this community! 🎂✨

05/24/2026

If BeWell has supported you, taught you something, encouraged you, or helped improve your health journey… we’d truly appreciate your support.
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🗳️ Vote for us for 2026 Centre County Favorites here:
VoteCentreCounty[dot]com
Voting ends June 5th at 5 PM!
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We would be so honored to have your vote 💙
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Every day, our team works to help this community feel better through functional nutrition and root-cause care. From hormones and gut health to metabolic health, skin concerns, inflammation, longevity, and preventative wellness.
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Thank you for supporting our small business and our mission to help Centre County thrive 💙
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💡 Did you know that movement can be just as powerful as medication when it comes to supporting mental health?⠀A landmark...
05/22/2026

💡 Did you know that movement can be just as powerful as medication when it comes to supporting mental health?
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A landmark study published in Psychosomatic Medicine found that people with major depressive disorder who exercised regularly (30–45 minutes, 3–5x/week) had remission rates comparable to those taking antidepressants. Even more impressive?
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At a 10-month follow-up, the exercise group had the lowest relapse rate! Just 30%, compared to over 50% in the medication group.
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🌷 And what better time to start moving than spring? With longer days and warmer weather, it’s the perfect opportunity to walk, hike, or jog your way to better mental health.
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✨ At BeWell, we support our clients with personalized, integrative care that treats the whole person, not just the symptoms. Movement, nutrition, sleep, and stress support all play a role in how you feel, and we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
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Call or visit BeWell to learn how we can help you feel more like yourself again, with tools that go beyond the prescription pad.
📍814-234-0785📍
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Study source: Blumenthal JA et al. Psychosomatic Medicine, 2007.

05/21/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday to Rachel Long, MS, CNS! 🎉
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Today we’re celebrating one of BeWell’s incredible clinicians, Rachel! 💙
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Rachel brings so much compassion, knowledge, curiosity, and heart to our team and to every client she works with. Her passion for functional nutrition, root-cause healing, and helping people feel truly well shines through in everything she does.

Whether she’s helping clients balance hormones and improve gut health, creating nourishing recipes, or chasing a toddler around the kitchen while testing new meals 🍽️✨
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🎂Please join us in wishing Rachel the happiest birthday and an amazing year ahead!

05/20/2026

🎉 We have a string of birthday celebrations here at BeWell this month! 🎉
Today we’re celebrating Caitlin Maher, M.S., CNS 💙
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From former BeWell office manager to incredible clinician, Caitlin’s journey has always been rooted in helping others feel their best. Her passion for functional nutrition, root-cause healing, and advocating fiercely for her clients shines through in every part of her work.
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Known around BeWell as a true “health detective,” Caitlin has an amazing ability to connect the dots, dig through complex information, and help clients uncover the WHY behind their symptoms. She brings compassion, determination, and so much hope to the healing process.
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Whether she’s supporting clients, training for another race 🏃‍♀️, experimenting with delicious meals, cuddling her pets, or volunteering in the community, Caitlin brings heart and positivity everywhere she goes.
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Please help us wish Caitlin the happiest birthday and an amazing year ahead! 🎂✨

🎉 BIG NEWS 🎉We’re incredibly honored to share that BeWell Associates has been nominated for the 2026 Centre County Favor...
05/18/2026

🎉 BIG NEWS 🎉
We’re incredibly honored to share that BeWell Associates has been nominated for the 2026 Centre County Favorites!
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This nomination means so much because it comes from this community — the amazing people who trust us with their health journeys, support our mission, and continue to believe in functional nutrition and root-cause care.
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From hormone balance and gut health…
to metabolic health, inflammation, skin concerns, longevity, and preventative wellness…
THANK YOU for allowing us to do what we love every single day.🫶
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✨ Now we need your help! ✨
Please take a moment to vote for BeWell Associates at:
🌟 VoteCentreCounty[dot]com
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🗓️ Key Dates:
✔️ Voting Opens TODAY: May 18, 2026 at 11:55 AM
✔️ Voting Ends: June 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM
✔️ Winners Announced: September 6, 2026
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Every vote truly means the world to our small business and our team. Thank you for being part of the BeWell community! 💙
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🗓️ Today marks Mental Health Action Day, an opportunity for us to move beyond awareness of mental health struggles and i...
05/16/2026

🗓️ Today marks Mental Health Action Day, an opportunity for us to move beyond awareness of mental health struggles and into proactive steps, whether for ourselves, our loved ones, or our community.
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Here are some simple yet impactful strategies to to consider on Mental Health Action Day:
🙏Practice Gratitude: Take a moment to reflect on the things you're grateful for—be it supportive family and friends, a safe home, or even just a beautiful day. Consciously practicing gratitude has been shown to reduce feelings of stress and anxiety.
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🙋‍♂️Volunteer: Getting involved in community organizations and lending a helping hand to others can provide a positive boost and a sense of purpose.
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🧘‍♀️Practice Mindfulness: Dedicate a few minutes to meditation, attend a yoga class, or try some breathing exercises to promote relaxation and reduce stress.
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🤝Seek Help: Remember, it's okay to seek help, whether it's for yourself or someone else. There are numerous resources available to provide support and guidance.
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Let's use Mental Health Action Day as an opportunity to prioritize our well-being and the well-being of those around us.
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Together, we can make a positive difference!
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The World’s Longest-Lived People Don’t Eat Like the Internet Tells You To.✨ Longevity nutrition is less about restrictio...
05/15/2026

The World’s Longest-Lived People Don’t Eat Like the Internet Tells You To.
✨ Longevity nutrition is less about restriction… and more about consistency.✨
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The eating habits of the world’s “Blue Zones” (regions where people regularly live past 100!!!) are surprisingly simple.
Not trendy.
Not extreme.
Not built around protein bars, detox teas, or food rules.
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Researchers analyzed more than 150 dietary surveys from the world’s longest-lived populations and found some powerful patterns:
1️⃣ Beans are a DAILY staple
2️⃣ Meals are built around whole, minimally processed foods
3️⃣ Diets are 95–100% plant-forward
4️⃣ Nuts are eaten regularly
5️⃣ Water is the primary beverage
6️⃣ Added sugar is kept LOW
7️⃣ Animal foods are eaten in much smaller amounts than the average American diet
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At BeWell, we talk often about the power of:
✔️ fiber
✔️ blood sugar balance
✔️ phytonutrients
✔️ reducing inflammation
✔️ eating foods your body recognizes as REAL food
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The “Blue Zones” remind us that health doesn’t usually come from extremes.
It’s built through simple habits practiced over decades.
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Longevity is lifestyle.
Longevity is metabolic health.
Longevity is nourishment, movement, connection, and consistency.
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Which of these habits could you focus on more this season?

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2013 Sandy Drive Ste 201B
State College, PA
16803

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 1:30pm - 5pm

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+18142340785

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