Organic Living Makeover

02/23/2026

If anxiety feels physical…

If you feel numb but overstimulated…
If labs look normal but you don’t…

Minerals may be part of the picture.

This is why I test.

If you want to understand the calcium shell pattern and how it affects anxiety, start here → https://organiclivingmakeover.com/blog/f/calcium-shell-why-strong-women-feel-numb-and-wired

02/21/2026

Your body is not failing you.

It may be protecting you.
When women stay in survival mode for years, their mineral patterns adapt.

Sometimes that adaptation looks like anxiety + emotional flatness at the same time.

That’s not a personality flaw.
It’s a calcium pattern.
I wrote about it this week → https://organiclivingmakeover.com/blog/f/calcium-shell-why-strong-women-feel-numb-and-wired

02/19/2026

Ever notice how you can look calm on the outside…

but feel completely shut down underneath?
You might not be burned out.
You might be emotionally insulated.

There’s a mineral pattern I see often in women who feel anxious… but also flat at the same time.

They’ll say things like:
• “I feel wired inside but numb.”
• “I overreact to small things but can’t access real joy.”
• “I’m exhausted from being strong.”

On HTMA testing, this often shows up as something called a calcium shell.

When calcium builds up in the tissues from prolonged stress, it acts like insulation.

It buffers.
It dulls.
It protects.

But protection mode isn’t meant to be permanent.

You aren’t broken.
Your body may just be in survival mode.

If you’ve ever been told “everything looks normal” but you still feel off… this might explain why.

I break it down here: https://organiclivingmakeover.com/blog/f/calcium-shell-why-strong-women-feel-numb-and-wired

02/17/2026

Do any of these feel familiar?

• Tired but wired
• Emotionally numb
• Brain fog
• Low thyroid symptoms with normal labs
• Feeling strong but secretly exhausted

This is a pattern I see frequently on HTMA testing called a calcium shell.
It’s not weakness. It’s physiology.

I explain what this means and why it matters here →

You look capable. You get things done. You push through.

02/17/2026

“How much protein should I be eating?”

This is one of the most common questions I hear — and the most important answer is this:

👉 There is no one-size-fits-all number.
Protein needs depend on:

Stress levels

Nervous system state

Hormones

Activity level

Mineral balance

Many women with anxiety are unknowingly under-eating protein — especially earlier in the day — which can keep the nervous system stuck in survival mode.

Instead of chasing a number, start here:

• Are you eating protein consistently?
• Are you pairing it with carbs and fat?
• Does your body feel steadier after meals?

Your body gives better feedback than a calculator ever will.

I personally used an inexpensive online test to determine what balance of proteins fats and carbs is best for me personally. I sometimes use it in practice now as well.

02/13/2026

When it comes to protein powders, I keep it simple.

There is no “perfect” brand — but there are better questions to ask.

Look for:
• minimal ingredients
• no artificial sweeteners
• something your body actually tolerates

Protein powder should support your nervous system — not stimulate it or irritate digestion.

And remember: protein powder is a tool, not a requirement. Whole-food protein always counts, and consistency matters more than perfection.

If a protein helps you feel steadier, clearer, and calmer — it’s doing its job.

Gentle support, and clean ingredients matter most! I have been using the same alkalizing protein powder for more than a decade. 🎉

~Dr. Kelly

02/13/2026

If you rely on plant protein — or want to include more — here’s what matters most:

Plant proteins can absolutely be supportive, but they need to be:

✔ varied
✔ sufficient
✔ paired well

Some of the best plant protein sources include:

Pea Proteins

Lentils and beans

Tofu and tempeh

Quinoa

Nuts and seeds

For women with anxiety, it’s especially important that plant protein intake is adequate, not just present. Too little protein — even from “clean” foods — can keep the nervous system feeling unsafe.

Gentle nourishment matters.

02/12/2026

Many women try to eat “perfectly” to feel better…
and end up feeling more anxious instead.

Skipping meals, cutting too many foods, or worrying about every ingredient can keep the body in a constant stress response.

The nervous system doesn’t need perfection.
It needs consistency, nourishment, and support.

Gentle steps often help the body calm far more than strict rules ever do.

You’re not broken. Your nervous system can learn to feel safe again.

Have you ever noticed anxiety getting worse when you don’t eat enough or go too long between meals?

02/12/2026

One of the most common things I hear from women with anxiety is:

“I should be fine… but I don’t feel fine.”

Life may look stable on the outside, but inside there’s tension, restlessness, or exhaustion that never fully goes away.

This is often the nervous system staying in stress mode longer than it should—not a personal failure.

When the body gets the right support, it can begin to feel calm again.

You’re not broken. Your nervous system can learn to feel safe again.

02/11/2026

Many women with anxiety don’t feel panicked all the time.

They feel tired… but wired.
They feel tense… even when nothing is wrong.
They feel like they can’t fully relax, no matter how hard they try.

And often, they wonder:
“What’s wrong with me?”

Nothing is wrong with you.

A nervous system that has been under stress for a long time simply needs support and time to feel safe again.

You’re not broken. Your nervous system can learn to feel safe again.

Can you relate to this feeling?

02/11/2026

Are all dietary carbohydrates bad for you?

For many anxious women, cutting carbs actually makes anxiety worse — even if it’s labeled “healthy.”

Carbohydrates are the body’s preferred fuel, especially for the brain. When carbs are too low:

Blood sugar becomes unstable

Stress hormones rise

Anxiety symptoms intensify

This can look like:
• shakiness
• racing thoughts
• irritability
• nighttime anxiety

Carbs aren’t the enemy.

The right carbohydrates — paired with protein and fat — help your nervous system feel steady instead of threatened.
Your body isn’t asking for restriction.
It’s asking for balance.

02/10/2026

Hi, I’m Dr. Kelly.

I help women calm anxiety and restore nervous system balance so they can feel clear, calm, and more like themselves again.

After working with many women and going through my own journey, I began to see that anxiety isn’t just about thoughts. Sleep, nutrition, mineral balance, and daily lifestyle patterns all play a role in how the body responds to stress.

One of the patterns I see most often in women with anxiety involves mineral imbalances and nervous system stress.

I put together a free guide called:
“The 3 Mineral Patterns I See Most in Women with Anxiety.”

If you’d like to understand what might be contributing to your anxiety and where to start, you can get it here:
health.anxietyresetmethod.com/opt-in

If you’re feeling overwhelmed or stuck, you’re not broken—and you’re not alone.

You’re not broken. Your nervous system can learn to feel safe again.