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01/08/2026

Are the new Dietary Guidelines BAD or GOOD?

Hot take: they’re neither.
But they are directionally correct. As a physician who has spent her entire career focusing on nutrition as a foundational health pillar to support quality of life and longevity, I love that

✔ Real foods are finally the priority.
✔ Protein and vegetables are treated like the non-negotiables they are.
✔ “Limiting alcohol” while vague…is honestly appropriate (ideally, it’s zero).
✔ Refined grains are no longer the foundation of the plate—because they’re calorie-dense and nutrient-poor.
✔ Healthy fats are no longer demonized (olive oil, avocado oil, coconut oil—yes, please).

Here’s the truth no one wants to say out loud:

Public health nutrition will never make everyone happy—because humans are NOT Averages.

Guidelines are meant to guide populations, not necessarily *optimize* individuals.

My hope?
We move toward an EAT REAL FOOD culture at scale, while empowering people to deeply personalize nutrition based on their health history, genetics, and goals.

What do you think—step forward, or still missing the mark?

Drop your thoughts, and follow along for more about women’s health optimization and longevity!

12/29/2025

We’re used to coming second — but women deserve the same consideration.
Let’s talk about testosterone.

Yes… that hormone.
Testosterone isn’t just for men.

In women, it plays a role in:
✨ mood
✨ bone health
✨ body composition
✨ libido
Sound familiar?

Everything we prioritize for men’s health is — surprise! — equally important for women, especially as we move through perimenopause and menopause and beyond.

If you’re noticing changes in energy, strength, motivation, or desire, this conversation matters. Many women in this stage of life may be strong candidates for testosterone support as part of a longevity-focused, individualized approach to care.

I sat down with Mike Haney from to decode women, hormones, and why we need to stop treating women’s biology as an afterthought.
🎧 Comment LEVELS for the link to the full podcast episode.

12/23/2025

You’re feeling tired. You get your thyroid checked. Same old, same old. We need to dig deeper.

A standard thyroid panel doesn’t always tell us how well your thyroid is actually functioning — it often just tells us whether you fall inside a reference range.

But your thyroid doesn’t work in isolation.

Nutrients play a huge role in thyroid hormone production, conversion, and signaling. When we look at an in-depth nutrition panel, we can start asking better questions: ✨ Is your body converting thyroid hormone efficiently? ✨ Are nutrient deficiencies slowing things down? ✨ Is this truly a thyroid issue — or a metabolic one showing up as fatigue?

This deeper lens is often where answers finally start to appear.🔍

I sat with Mike Haney from to decode women’s hormones and why “normal labs” don’t always mean optimal health.

🎧 Comment LEVELS for a link to the whole podcast episode.

12/22/2025

If I had a magic wand (and luckily, I do!) here’s the first place I look to help women feel better:
Your hormones.

Hormones influence everything — your energy 🔋 your brain function 🧠 your mood, metabolism, sleep, and overall quality of life

When hormones are out of sync, women are often told to “push through” or that it’s just part of aging.
 But dialing into your hormones is one of the most powerful things you can do as a woman.

In this podcast conversation with Mike Haney from , we break down how to decode women’s hormones, why they matter far more than you’ve been taught, and how metabolic health plays a key role in feeling like yourself again.

✨Comment LEVELS and I’ll send you the link to the whole podcast episode 🎧

12/21/2025

How to fight back against respiratory illness in the winter! 😷🤧 See my approach below when trying to avoid one of my kids illnesses or respiratory infections generally.

1. Vitamin D
10,000 IU daily for 3 consecutive days. I will proactively use this protocol for three days if one of my children becomes ill.
Preferred brand: Metagenics Vit D w K2

2. Vitamin C
At least 1,000 mg, three times daily, for 1–3 days.
I prefer Innate Life powdered Vitamin C with bioflavonoids—it is palatable and effective!

3. Zinc (Gluconate or Acetate) Lozenges.
These are critical. Take one lozenge every 2–3 hours for 1–3 days to limit pathogen adhesion to you!
Zinc can cause nausea, so avoid taking it on an empty stomach.
Preferred brand: Zahler, which also includes a small amount of elderberry (the evidence is less robust on elderberry, but it is a reasonably good adjunct).

4. XClear Nasal Spray
Think of this as mechanically clearing pathogens from the nasal passages. Use one spray in each nostril twice daily during periods of increased vulnerability.
The xylitol in this product helps bind pathogens and toxins. Xclear is the brand. Available online!

5. Fresh Ginger Tea
Fresh ginger has anti-inflammatory and antiviral activity against several viruses. I recommend 2–3 cups daily during the first few days of illness.
Preparation options:

Finely chop fresh ginger root and steep in boiling water for 15 minutes, or

Use a high-powered blender to macerate a larger piece with 3–6 cups of water, then strain. This provides a full day’s supply.

Shared with care, not as medical advice 🙏. Stay well this season!

12/12/2025

Traveling this holiday season? Here are the energy-boosting, blood-sugar-friendly snacks I never fly without ✈️🥜

👉🏼swipe 👉🏼 for my must have snacks for traveling, especially during the crazy holiday season! Nothing is worse than being stuck at the airport or in your car with nothing to eat but a blah granola bar or bag of candy. Just like the plane, car, or train you’re riding in, you need FUEL!⛽️

Candy, cookies and chips are going to leave your tank feeling bumpy and ultimately depleted. Nutrient dense snacks made with balanced, whole food ingredients are going to fill your tank with the right type of energy - your body will be cruising with the stablest of energy 🚘

Don’t let holiday travel drain you—snack smarter ✈️✨

Follow for more helpful tips and tricks!

12/10/2025

IMO… nothing 🤷🏽‍♀️

At , the patient-physician relationship comes first. We take the time (and use the right tools) to understand every piece of your health story — from labs and lifestyle to symptoms and stress.
We’re not rushing you out the door…
 If anything, we want you to tell us MORE.👂

Because healing starts when you’re truly heard.
Learn more about our patient-centered care at the link in bio. 🩺✨

12/05/2025

What matters most is the individualized conversation that allows YOU to understand your options and make choices for your own body when presented with all the information.

The places where I exercise more caution :
🧐 Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
🧐 Acute Liver Disease
🤔 Recent Blood Clots
🤔 Complex Cardiovascular Disease
🤔 Estrogen Depn Active Cancers

Otherwise let’s just talk about it! if you have Fibroids, Endometriosis, Migraines w Aura, Inherited Clotting Didorders, autoimmunity, or anything else…it’s on the table and worth a conversation if you want to have it.

Qualify of Life, Informed Choices, and Autonomy matter in Women’s Health decisions. These midlife hormone changes are an inflection point for a longevity pivot. Let’s be curious so we can pivot you to optimal health!

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The District Center for Integrative Medicine (DCIM), founded and directed by Dr. Anjali Dsouza, heals patients through a deeply individualized and holistic approach to health. We treat individuals with chronic complaints and conditions that persist despite the conventional managed-care model, as well as those looking to achieve the highest level of wellness. By prioritizing the patient-physician relationship, we take the time and resources to understand every aspect of your medical history, as well as nutritional and environmental factors that affect your well-being. Our role is to acknowledge your body’s innate capacity to heal, and to cultivate it.