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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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This Year, Keep the Gratitude in Thanksgiving

This Year, Keep the Gratitude in Thanksgiving

Authored by Jesse Haas, CNS, LN Keep the THANKS-giving in mind this year as you sit down to your holiday feast. Practicing gratitude – whether through meditation, a gratitude journal, or in some other way – lowers stress and depression

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Holiday Recovery

Authored by Dr. Barrett It’s that time of year again when we have overindulged a bit during the holidays and are ready to get back on track. One of our organs that takes the brunt of holiday food is our

Seasonal Eating: the Foundation for Health

Seasonal Eating: the Foundation for Health

Authored by Jesse Haas, CNS, LN Eating seasonally available foods is a hallmark for traditional and holistic medicine. From Ayurveda to Traditional Chinese medicine, Western herbalism to North American tribal medicine, this simple concept provides the foundation for vibrant health

Writing for Wellness

Authored by Erica Wallace Moore Do you remember when you received your first diary or journal? My first diary had a lock on it to keep my twin sister’s prying eyes away. And though the lock could be opened with

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