Lucerna Functional Medicine

Lucerna Functional Medicine I help women get back their zest for life! Regulating digestion, restoring hormone balance, optimizing fertility.

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Hot take: if you’re not pooping, peeing, and sweating regularly… your wellness routine might be working against you 👀Bef...
04/30/2026

Hot take: if you’re not pooping, peeing, and sweating regularly… your wellness routine might be working against you 👀

Before adding another supplement or protocol, ask yourself—can your body actually get rid of what it’s trying to clear? These are your built-in “drainage pathways,” and if they’re sluggish, toxins, hormones, and inflammation can just recirculate (aka: hello ongoing symptoms 😩).

It’s not glamorous, but it is foundational. Regular bowel movements, staying well-hydrated, and moving enough to sweat are where healing starts. Support your body’s ability to let go first—then everything else works better ✨

03/18/2026

Thinking about a parasite cleanse or gut detox? 🦠

Before diving in, here’s what most people overlook: your gut needs energy and proper drainage first.

If your digestion is sluggish, your liver is backed up, or your cells are low on energy, a cleanse can backfire—bloating, fatigue, headaches, or flare-ups are common.

The order matters:
🌿 Build cellular energy – your cells need fuel to do the work of detoxing
🌿 Support drainage – liver, lymph, gut, and kidneys need to be moving so toxins can exit
🌿 Optimize digestion – absorb nutrients and eliminate properly

Skip these steps, and it’s like trying to clean a house without opening the doors or turning on the lights!

Start with the foundation, then cleanse. Your gut will thank you. 💚

I said what I said...
01/30/2026

I said what I said...

01/29/2026

For years, we’ve been told that anxiety and depression are caused by a “chemical imbalance” in the brain.
But here’s the thing… that explanation stops way too short.

It doesn’t ask the real question 👇
What’s causing the body to become dysregulated in the first place?
Why are neurotransmitters out of balance at all?

When we only focus on symptoms, we miss the bigger picture.

Most doctors aren’t looking at key root causes like ⤵️
• Chronic stress and nervous system overload
• Gut health and nutrient deficiencies
• Hormonal imbalances
• Inflammation and blood sugar instability
• Trauma and unresolved emotional stress

Mental health isn’t just “in your head.”
It’s deeply connected to what’s happening in your body.

When we start asking better questions, we open the door to real, lasting healing. 💭✨

01/27/2026

Let that sink in for a minute...

I realized I can sum up all my New Year’s resolutions into just one simple phrase:✨ BE A REGULAR. ✨A regular at the gym....
01/20/2026

I realized I can sum up all my New Year’s resolutions into just one simple phrase:
✨ BE A REGULAR. ✨

A regular at the gym.
A regular in the sauna.
A regular at church.
A regular in my Women’s Bible Study.
A regular in the health food aisle of the grocery store. 🥗

Nothing extreme. Nothing complicated. Just showing up—again and again.

Because here’s the truth:
💡 Consistency builds habits.
Habits shape lifestyles.
And lifestyles create lasting change.

You don’t have to do everything perfectly. You just have to do the right things repeatedly. Small, faithful steps add up to big results over time.

So this year, I’m choosing progress over perfection and commitment over motivation. I’m choosing to be a regular—even on the days it’s hard, inconvenient, or uncomfortable.

These are things in your diet you might be CONVENIENTLY FORGETTING ABOUT...
12/05/2025

These are things in your diet you might be CONVENIENTLY FORGETTING ABOUT...

11/21/2025

The parasite discussion is usually a jaw dropper....

Ever get that little feeling that something “off” might be going on in your body? 🤔 The idea of parasites freaks people out, but honestly—it’s not as wild as it sounds.

Humans have shared the planet with tiny organisms forever, and we can pick them up through everyday things like food, water, travel, pets, or even gardening. Most of the time, our immune system handles them quietly in the background, and we never notice a thing.

But yes—parasites are something I see in practice ALL THE TIME. So if you’ve got lingering symptoms or risk factors, it’s worth looking into with an experienced practitioner. No panic, no shame—just staying informed about how our bodies really work. 🌿✨

11/18/2025

While these might be extreme cases making headlines...what about all the undetected parasitic infections? Those that fly under the radar?

Because guess what....they've been around for thousands of years and are experts at evading detection. That's what makes them SO HARD to find on a stool test. That's what makes them so difficult to find on imaging or even during surgery with eyes on them.

What evidence do I have to the contrary, you ask? Pictures. Photos I've taken after cleansing and those sent to me by my clients. An entire album on my phone is labeled 'parasite pics'.

You're probably not interested in seeing those...or maybe you are! But I KNOW you want to know how to get rid of them. The answer isn't as straightforward as the question. As it takes someone experienced to help you get the best cleanse with the least amount of detox reactions. That's where I come in!

If you have a host of strange symptoms...things doctors can't explain. Or even if you're raising your hand shouting, 'I know I'm filled with 'em!' I can help. Check out my website and click on 'Book an Initial Consult' to get started.

Let’s talk about something no one likes to mention but everyone needs — 💩 regular bowel movements during a When you’re ...
11/17/2025

Let’s talk about something no one likes to mention but everyone needs — 💩 regular bowel movements during a

When you’re cleansing, your body is working overtime to release built-up waste and toxins. But if things get “stuck,” those toxins can hang around longer than you’d like, leaving you feeling sluggish, bloated, and blah. Given enough time, the liver can even recirculate some of that garbage!

Consistent bowel movements are your body’s way of taking out the trash — making room for better digestion, clearer skin, and more energy. So hydrate, move your body, and listen to your gut — literally! 🚽🌿

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