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Fall Routine

As the Days Get Shorter: Preparing Your Body for Fall

Authored by Dr. Barrett There is something about September that makes me want to reset. The mornings are a little darker. The air starts to feel cooler. The farmers market slowly shifts from berries and tomatoes to squash, apples and

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

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Gut Feelings: Understanding Abdominal Bloating & Finding Relief by Wellness Minneapolis

Gut Feelings: Understanding Abdominal Bloating & Finding Relief

Authored by Dr. Barrett Abdominal bloating and distention are two of the most commonly reported gastrointestinal concerns. Bloating is a feeling of tightness, pressure or fullness in your abdomen. You may even notice a visibly distended abdomen and clothing can

Gastritis: Healing The Stomach

Gastritis: Healing The Stomach

Authored by Dr. Aidanne What is Gastritis? Words that end in the Greek derived suffix “itis” indicate a condition that involves significant inflammation. Gastritis is specifically referring to inflammation of the stomach lining. Exposure to chronic irritation over time can

Birth Control and The Microbiome by Wellness Minneapolis

Birth Control and The Microbiome

Authored by Dr. Barrett These microbes do many things for us. So much in fact that without them it would be difficult for us to survive. They digest certain fibers turning them into short chain fatty acids that we need

Constipation Root Causes and Solutions by Wellness Minneapolis

Constipation Root Causes and Solutions

Authored by Dr. Aidanne Constipation is one of the most common concerns I see. It can impact people at any age. Passing a regular, well formed bowel movement is not only important for our digestive tract, but also our mental

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