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Why Have So Many People Been Feeling "Off" This Summer? The Hidden Health Effects of Heat and Wildfire Smoke

Why Have So Many People Been Feeling “Off” This Summer? The Hidden Health Effects of Heat and Wildfire Smoke

Learn how wildfire smoke and extreme heat can increase inflammation, histamine, brain fog, and fatigue, plus naturopathic strategies to support your health.
Hashimoto's Research Update

Hashimoto’s and Gut Health: What New Research Says About the Microbiome

One of the most frustrating experiences for people with Hashimoto's is hearing that their thyroid numbers look "normal" while they still struggle with fatigue, brain fog, digestive symptoms, joint pain, or feeling unlike themselves. For years, these lingering symptoms were
Hashimoto's Research Update

Why You Still Feel Terrible with Normal Thyroid Labs: The Research on Euthyroid Hashimoto’s

One of the most common things I hear from new patients is some version of this: "My doctor ran my labs and said everything looks fine. But I feel exhausted, anxious, and foggy all the time. They told me it
Perimenopause vs Menopause: How To Tell Where You Are And How Functional Medicine Can Help

Perimenopause vs Menopause: How To Tell Where You Are And How Functional Medicine Can Help

Authored by Dr. Barrett Hormonal transitions are universal but your experience doesn’t have to feel out of control. Whether you’re noticing subtle cycle shifts or are well past your final period, understanding the nuances of perimenopause and menopause empowers you

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Does Hashimoto's Increase Your Risk of Heart Disease? by Wellness Minneapolis

Does Hashimoto’s Increase Your Risk of Heart Disease?

Authored by Dr. Wilder When it comes to searching for the root cause of or factors that contribute to heart disease, it’s imperative that you look outside of the heart. If you’re one of the 14 million individuals living with

Diet Doesn't Have to be a Four Letter Word

Diet Doesn’t Have to be a Four Letter Word

Authored by Amber Hanson, LN The word “diet” can feel so loaded. It has multiple definitions, the first being simply the foods a person usually consumes. However, for most of us, the word diet can be negative – something restrictive,

Wellness Foundations

Wellness Foundations

Authored by Dr. Barrett and Jesse Haas, CNS, LN Feeling overwhelmed with all the supplement options out there? This article describes the nutrients we are recommending most often to patients. In functional and holistic medicine we focus on building a

Soak in Self-Care with an Epsom Salt Bath

Soak in Self-Care with an Epsom Salt Bath

Authored by Lynn Salmon-Easter, Reiki Master Taking an Epsom salt bath is an ancient practice that can be carried into contemporary times. Epsom salt is a naturally occurring mineral that was discovered in the 17th century bubbling up from an

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The information shared on this blog is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace individualized medical care. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making changes to your health plan.

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