Stewart Chiropractic and Wellness

02/24/2026

Food allergies vs sensitivities!

02/14/2026

Did you know Dr. Nicole now offers Functional Medicine services?! ✨

After 20+ years in healthcare, she kept seeing the same things over and over - conditions that could have been prevented, women being ignored or dismissed at their health concerns, people being told they were “fine” when they felt anything but.

Her focus is:
✨ Women’s Natural Hormone Support + Balancing
✨ Metabolism + Weight Management
✨ Lyme Disease, Epstein-Barr, + Cytomegalovirus management
✨ Chronic Fatigue & Inflammation, Slow Healing + Longevity

Wondering where Dr. Nicole’s experience comes from? 👇🏼

* Doctor of Chiropractic, Logan University
* Master’s in Nutrition + Human Performance, Logan University
* Fellow, International Academy of Medical Acupuncture
* Certified Homeopath and Herbalist
* Critical Care Paramedic
* Trauma Informed Sound Therapy Practitioner
* Applied Bio-Energy Analysis (abea) trained
* Ulan Nutrition Response trained
* Certified Meditation Guide

If you’re looking for something different, we’d be happy to help!

Call/text (813) 946-6283 or email info@drnicolestewart.com to make your convenient online telehealth appointment.

01/25/2026

GLP-1 medications can be powerful tools, but they are not the whole story.

Your body already makes GLP-1 naturally to regulate blood sugar, appetite, and digestion. Synthetic versions simply mimic that signal. Without proper nourishment and root cause healing, the body loses more than weight. It loses muscle, nutrients, and long-term balance.

A holistic approach means:
Supporting the gut
Feeding the body whole food nutrition
Protecting hormones and metabolism
And using micro-dosing wisely as a bridge while lifestyle changes are built

If you stop without changing the foundation, nothing truly healed.
You just paused the symptom.

Micro-dosing allows you to see results while creating sustainable habits so your body can thrive long after medication ends.

Health is not about shrinking.
It’s about restoring function, balance, and vitality.

Healing happens when we work with the body, not override it.

Interested in a guided, holistic, healing GLP journey? DM us! We’d be happy to get you started.

01/09/2026

We LOVE recommending Standard Process supplements for our patients because of their high quality and strong mission. But did you know they also have formulas for your pet?!?

Dr. Nicole knows how important good nutrition is. Not only for humans but also for our beloved furry babies. Even though our pets are incredible and seem to be happy & energetic pretty much ALL the time (especially our crazy puppies 🤣) they have to process a lot of stressors as well.

Proper nutrition in pets is more than just meeting basic nutritional profiles - just like humans! Dogs are exposed to lots of different environmental factors: thunderstorms, adoptions, travel, grooming, medications, vaccines, and other things that are done in an effort to keep them healthy.

Standard Process supplements provide whole food nutrients including:
*Organ and Gland specific nutrients
*Botanicals, amino acids, vitamins, and phytochemicals to support optimal health

Variety is SO important in our pets diets, although most of our furry family members end up eating the same thing day in and day out.

Interested in seeing what is available for your pet? Feel free to reach out or shop at drnicole.standardprocess.com

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*P.S.* Of course we always recommend you double check with your vet 😉 If your vet is not familiar with SP, we’d be happy to pass along more info!

01/08/2026

PART 3 on PEPTIDES:

Continuing my rules for peptides:

4. Water, water, water! Sooo important. If you live in the South like me (or spring/summer up North) add in electrolytes. If not daily, every other day. My favorite are LMNT. Avoid things like Gatorade due to the sugar content and dyes.

5. PROTEIN!! It’s so vital and we don’t get enough. Protein can come from a variety of sources. You don’t just have to eat hormone infused chicken all the time 😜 A good rule of thumb is to eat 1g per pound of goal body weight. Yeah, I get it. It feels like a lot! So 1/2 that. Take your goal body weight, cut it in half, translate that to grams and start there. Ex: goal weight 150 pounds, 1/2 is 75 = 75 grams of protein per day. That’s your first step goal. If you have diagnosed kidney or liver problems, or other underlying issues, then of course you’ll need want to clear that with your specialist. But this is a good first step goal for many people. Because most aren’t even getting 30 grams of protein a day and it’s the building block for so many things in the body.

I hope this has been helpful and you can see why I’m a big proponent of co-management. Rarely do we only ever need ONE thing that will ‘fix it all’. In this day and age, our health can take a village. It’s usually a compounding of things that leads to imbalances in our system which means it might take more than just one approach to fix it 💕

01/08/2026

PART 2:

Think of it as learning a new language. The peptide is an on site translator. You instantly know what someone else is saying to you and you can talk back with them in real time. Your supplemental support is your Duolingo - the app that is teaching you over time how to speak the new language. Eventually, once the translator leaves, you’ll know how to speak this new language. But for now, it’s a fantastic support tool to have along the way.

My rules for starting a peptide:

1. Go to a knowledgeable trusted holistic healthcare professional. Someone that will look at the entire person and give you a solid plan.

2. Have a healthy lifestyle routine. You don’t suddenly have to decide you’re running marathons. Pick a fitness class you enjoy (weights, yoga, Pilates, etc) and start going. Start at once a week. Then go twice a week. Then 3 times. Be kind to yourself. Give yourself grace. Start small and slowly implement new things and see how it fits into your schedule the best. But do prioritize it. Let your family know how important it is to you so they can help you stay on track.

3. Use high quality, whole food based supplements for your digestive system. My favorite is Standard Process. It’s so easy to order them from the office or from another qualified health provider. I do not trust what comes from big box stores or Amazon - sorry not sorry! There’s no way to guarantee the quality of those supplements. No way of knowing how long they’ve been sitting in a warehouse and the temperature control. A study done years ago found that many of the supplements in big box stores had very little to NONE of what it said they had. SP has their own organic farms and source the highest quality nutrients. For how amazing they are, they are INCREDIBLY affordable.

Head back to our feed to see PART 3!

01/07/2026

PART 1:

Ahhh yes. This question. In the world of the internet there are so many statements about peptides. The good, the bad, the ugly.

For anyone that know’s Dr. Nicole, you know she’s never really been one to “conform to the norm” 🤣 So here’s her take on peptides:

Before I ever recommend things to patients, I try them myself. For years I’ve done functional nutrition and it was a lifesaver. Managing hormone imbalances, fighting chronic fatigue, getting my gut health in order. But the weight never changed. Despite working out in the gym for hours. I heard a lot about peptides but was SUPER resistant at first…. Until I got more educated.

What I discovered was it was the method in which they were being used. They were being prescribed to so many people without ANY kind of plan. People just stopped eating, it slowed their digestive system and they lost weight. They also lost precious muscle. They didn’t know they needed to eat high protein, they didn’t know they still needed to weight train, get electrolytes down, take digestive enzymes, etc. They just increased and increased dosage when often it wasn’t even necessary.

Peptides send signals. They tell your body what to do. They don’t permanently change it. So, when these individuals would come off the peptides, they would struggle with the weight returning. Because none of the underlying issues had been addressed. There was no support structure given.

This is where holistic management comes in. With lower doses of peptides (more specifically GLP-1s/GIPs) along with lifestyle + dietary changes and whole food nutrition, people can use peptides like a tool and HEAL their systems at the same time.

If you’re on a GLP/GIP specifically and need support, we’d love to help. If you’re looking into the benefits of peptides let us know! Glad to get you any information you need.

CHECK OUT PART 2 on our feed!

01/07/2026

Today’s peptide highlight: BPC-157 🔥

Why do we love this one? 👉🏼

✨ Supports tissue repair & recovery
BPC-157 has been studied for helping the body repair muscles, tendons, ligaments, and connective tissue. This makes it appealing for injuries, chronic strain, and slow healing patterns. This is a great addition for many that come into our office in order to enhance their healing journey.

✨ Nervous system friendly
Healing happens best when the nervous system feels safe and regulated. BPC-157 appears to support the gut-brain connection, which can indirectly help calm inflammatory stress patterns in the body.

✨ Gut healing support
It plays a role in supporting the gut lining and digestive integrity. Since gut health influences inflammation, immunity, hormones, and even mood, this is a big deal in holistic care.

✨ Whole-body balance, not a band-aid
Rather than masking symptoms, BPC-157 supports foundational healing processes like circulation, cellular repair, and tissue regeneration. This aligns beautifully with a root-cause, systems-based approach.

✨ Complements holistic therapies
It is often used alongside acupuncture, chiropractic care, movement therapy, proper nutrition, sleep support, and stress regulation to amplify results rather than replace them.

Holistic healing is about creating the right environment for the body to do what it already knows how to do: repair, restore, and rebalance. BPC-157 is one more tool that can support that journey when used thoughtfully and under proper guidance.

If you’re curious about peptide therapy, reach out! We’d love to help.

01/05/2026

01/04/2026

This year marks our 8th year in practice! To celebrate that, along with the new year, we have some exciting things that we’re doing this month! 🥳

What’s going on?!?! 👇🏼

1️⃣ New patient Acupuncture visits are only $80 PLUS you receive a $30 voucher for your second visit.
What’s included?
•Comprehensive consultation and exam
•Relaxing treatment in a calming atmosphere that includes aromatherapy, red light, heat lamp, and PEMF (pulsed electromagnetic frequency) to speed up the healing process
•Whole food and herbal recommendations

2️⃣ Dr. Nicole is now offering ONLINE visits for functional nutrition! ✨ Not local? No problem!! Book a new patient online functional nutrition visit and get $20 off! (Normally $79)
What’s Included?
•Comprehensive consultation and examination reviewing medical history, current and past supplements, goals, and the ordering of any lab work if needed (please note that lab work is separate and cost varies on need)
•Discount of 15% on initial order of supplements

3️⃣ Not sure if a full functional nutrition evaluation is what you’re looking for? Or just looking for basic nutritional information? Grab our completely online remote assessment for only $25! You’ll receive an online form to complete, then receive a report directly from Dr. Nicole on recommendations for diet and lifestyle.

4️⃣ Current patients: We are so thankful for you!!! ❤️ Be sure to enter your name in our Wellness Basket giveaway every time you stop in. Whether it be for a treatment or just stopping by to say hello, gain an entry! Refer a friend or family member? Get 5 entries!
Win a basket full of nutritional goodies and bonuses from local area businesses that will help you reach your wellness goals.

These specials last through January. Basket drawing will be held Feb 1st. Please note that specials cannot be combined, although multiple specials can be taken advantage of. Medicare and Insurance restrictions do apply.

01/02/2026

Sometimes we don’t realize how far we’ve drifted from our optimal state of being until we start to heal. As we begin to feel better and better, we suddenly recognize the difference.