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Verve Health, Ventura, CA (2025)

08/12/2025

Estrogen gets a lot of mixed messaging…
Too much? Too little? Dangerous? Magical?

Here’s the truth: estrogen isn’t your enemy.
Used the right way, it’s one of the most effective tools for protecting brain, bone, heart, and metabolic health in midlife.

The fear largely comes from old studies on synthetic estrogen, used in the wrong form and in the wrong patients. Modern, bioidentical estrogen is different — safer, more precise, and tailored to you.

In perimenopause and menopause, balance and timing matter. With the right form, in the right dose, for the right person, estrogen can be one of your strongest allies.

If you’re feeling the shifts of midlife, you’re not imagining it — and you don’t have to just “live with it.”

08/08/2025

Many women are told they don’t “need” HRT just because they’re still getting a period or they are “too young”.
But here’s the truth: perimenopause can bring major hormonal chaos years before your cycles stop — and early support can make all the difference.

Declining estrogen and progesterone during this stage can trigger symptoms like mood changes, brain fog, sleep disruptions, night sweats, and weight gain. Waiting until menopause to address them often means years of feeling less than your best.

You don’t have to wait for things to get worse before you get help.
Help is here now ↓

📍 In-person in Ventura | Virtual visits across California
🔗 Book your free consultation today

08/06/2025

Have you ever brought real symptoms to a provider and been told it’s just stress?
That you’re too young for perimenopause?
Or worse… to just “wait it out”?

You’re not alone.
We’ve heard these stories from so many women — and it’s not okay.

Here’s what to do if you’re being dismissed or told to “just deal with it” 👇
✨ 1. Trust what you feel.
You know your body better than any lab result. If something feels off — it probably is.
✨ 2. Ask open ended questions.
Instead of: “Are my hormones normal?”
Try:
    •    Could what I’m experiencing be related to perimenopause?
    •    Can we look at patterns and symptoms, not just lab results?
    •    What are my options beyond birth control or antidepressants?
✨ 3. Find a provider who listens — and has real tools.
You deserve care that’s curious, compassionate, and personalized.

At Verve, we see the full picture, not just a lab range or birthdate.
You don’t have to wait to feel like yourself again.

📌 Save this in case you ever need it.
💬 Share your “they said what?” story in the comments if you’ve heard something similar.

07/31/2025

Bright blue. Big benefits.

Methylene blue might sound like something from a science lab—and technically, it is.
But in integrative medicine, it’s becoming a go-to for:
✔️ Sharper thinking
✔️ Better energy
✔️ Mood + mental clarity
✔️ Cellular health + neuroprotection

How does it work?
It supports your mitochondria—the “batteries” of your cells—so they can produce energy more efficiently, especially when you’re dealing with stress, brain fog, or burnout.

But here’s the catch: not all methylene blue is created equal.
Many products on the market are industrial-grade or improperly dosed.

At Verve, we only use pharmaceutical-grade methylene blue, and we help you determine if it’s the right fit as part of a personalized plan.

📌 Save this if you’ve been curious about methylene blue but unsure where to start.
🔗 Link in bio to book a free consult

07/30/2025

Too many women wait until they’re barely functioning to ask for help.

We’ve been conditioned to believe we have to push through, tough it out, and earn the right to feel better.

But you don’t need to suffer to qualify for hormone therapy.

If something feels off, that’s reason enough to explore what’s going on—and get support that actually helps.

✨ At Verve Health, we listen closely, look deeper, and treat the whole picture—not just the lab result.

Because feeling better isn’t something you have to earn. It’s something you deserve.

07/29/2025

“Your testosterone isn’t low enough” is one of the most frustrating things men hear in traditional healthcare.

Many guys get dismissed because their levels fall “in range” — even if they’re experiencing:
    •    Fatigue
    •    Low motivation
    •    Mood changes
    •    Decreased libido
    •    Trouble recovering from workouts

We look at more than just the number.
At Verve, we combine lab values with real symptoms to build a personalized plan — whether that’s testosterone therapy or other options to support long-term vitality.

⚡ Your health deserves more than a 15-minute visit and a shrug.
🔗 Book a free consult and get answers that actually make sense.

07/25/2025

Tired. Unmotivated. Foggy. Low libido. Gaining fat.
So many men are told it’s “just stress” or “maybe depression”…

But what if it’s actually hormonal?
Low testosterone is one of the most underdiagnosed and mistreated conditions in men’s health — and we’re here to change that.

At Verve, we go beyond the basic lab slip.
We look at symptoms + full lab markers to build a personalized plan that works long-term. Because you don’t need another brush-off.
You need answers — and a provider who actually listens.

07/22/2025

Meet Dane Petersen, NP-C, Co-Founder of Verve Health and the newest provider accepting patients in our clinic.

Dane brings a grounded, no-fluff approach to men’s health, hormone optimization, and sustainable weight loss. Whether it’s navigating low testosterone, supporting growth hormone recovery, or addressing metabolic shifts that won’t budge, Dane helps men reclaim their energy, confidence, and clarity.

What sets him apart?
Dane combines his background in kinesiology and functional movement with advanced clinical training and deep spiritual awareness — offering personalized, integrative care rooted in trust, not quick fixes.

Born and raised in Ventura County, Dane’s goal is to reimagine what healthcare can look like:
⚡ Longer, unrushed appointments that actually leave time to listen
⚡ Focused on the whole person
⚡ Personalized plans designed to help people feel their absolute best

Now accepting new patients.
📍 In-person + virtual
🔗 Click the link in bio to schedule your complimentary consultation.

07/16/2025

You didn’t suddenly lose willpower. Your body didn’t betray you. You’re not doing anything wrong.
Weight gain during perimenopause and menopause is often hormonal — not just behavioral.

Here’s what’s really happening under the surface:
• Estrogen drops = more fat storage
• Less progesterone = more bloating
• Cortisol rises = belly fat + sleep disruption
• Insulin resistance = cravings + slower metabolism

Even if you’re eating the same and working out… Your body is operating in a whole new phase — and it needs a new kind of support.

At Verve, we go deeper than “eat less and move more.” We look at the full picture — hormones, metabolism, nervous system, and beyond — so your care actually works.

✨ You deserve to feel good in your body again — and to be taken seriously. Let’s talk. The consult is free, and we actually listen.
*link in bio to schedule

07/14/2025

Back by popular demand…
We’re bringing back our Not Your Mother’s Menopause workshop — because the conversation around midlife health deserves more than outdated advice and one-size-fits-all solutions.

Whether you’re perimenopausal, menopausal, or just hormone-curious, this workshop is your chance to learn how your body is changing — and what you can do to feel stronger, clearer, and more in control.

✨ Come join us Saturday, August 23rd at 10am at Verve Health
✨ Space is limited — RSVP now via the link in bio

Let’s talk hormones, hot flashes, sleep, s*x, weight, and everything in between — no shame, no fluff, just real answers.

07/11/2025

You give your time to everyone else. What would it feel like to give just one hour a day to yourself?
Not for productivity.
Not for anyone else.
Just for your own restoration.

At Verve, we believe real health includes moments of quiet, consistent care — the kind that doesn’t show up on lab results but makes all the difference.
✨ Take the walk.
✨ Sit in silence.
✨ Read the book.
✨ Breathe deeper.

And when you’re ready to go deeper — when you’re curious about how your hormones, metabolism, and energy all connect, we’re here.

Free consultations available — link in bio

05/06/2025

Feeling constantly wired, tired, or like your body is working against you?

Let’s talk about what stress is really doing to your metabolism.

When cortisol (your main stress hormone) stays elevated too long, it can:
– Raise blood sugar
– Store fat (especially in the belly)
– Disrupt hunger and cravings
– Wreck your sleep
– Steal from your other hormones

This is why you might feel inflamed, exhausted, or stuck—even if you’re eating well.

The truth? You can’t out-supplement or out-diet chronic stress.
But when you support your nervous system, everything else starts working better.

📍Want deeper support? We cover this (and so much more) in our Metabolic Harmony Workshop—check the link in bio to join!

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