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Welcome to our integrative health blog, where our team of holistic practitioners shares their expertise to help you achieve optimal well-being. Each month, we delve into a new theme, providing you with insightful articles, practical tips, and the latest in holistic health trends. Whether you're interested in nutrition, natural remedies, mental health, or physical fitness, our diverse team of experts offers a wealth of knowledge to support your wellness journey. Join us as we explore the multifaceted world of holistic health and empower you to live your healthiest life.

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How Summer Vacations Boost Health: A Seasonal Reset for Mind and Body

Summer is the time of year when many things slow down—the kids are out of school, families take vacations, and outdoor festivities are in...

Dr. Kellyann Tomko, ND

21 hours ago2 min read

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Why Gut Health Is the Key to Whole-Body Wellness: A Naturopathic Doctor Explains

If you’ve been a patient of mine, you’ve likely heard me talk about gut health. Although you might be coming to see me for acne or even...

Dr. Stephanie Hendershot, ND

Jun 303 min read

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The Gut Healing Blueprint: A Clinical Nutritionist’s 3-Phase Approach to Restore Health from the Inside Out

As a Clinical Nutritionist , I am constantly evaluating the health of the gut—not just because it's a cornerstone of digestive function,...

Elena DiPerri, CNS, LN

Jun 234 min read

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How Stress Wrecks Your Gut—and How Naturopathic Medicine Can Heal It

Introduction Gut health is more than just digestion. It’s a critical part of your mental, immune, and hormonal well-being. In a world...

Dr. Marissa Boyd, ND

Jun 164 min read

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Struggling with Bloating, Constipation, or Hunger? Here’s Why Fiber Could Be Your Missing Link

If you're struggling with bloating, constipation, or constant hunger, you might be tempted to reach for quick fixes—laxatives, digestive...

Dr. Yelena Okhotin, ND, LAc

Jun 96 min read

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Gut Health Is Whole-Body Health: How Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Support Your Microbiome

Chinese Medicine and acupuncture have long been used to treat the root causes of indigestion, constipation, bloating, and other digestive...

Ashley Paraiso, LAc, DiplOM

Jun 24 min read

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Why You Should Prioritize Adrenal Health: Signs, Symptoms, and Natural Support Strategies

In our fast-paced world, chronic stress has become an almost expected part of daily life. Yet few people realize the toll it takes on the...

Dr. Stephanie Hendershot, ND

May 273 min read

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Adrenal Fatigue Recovery: A Physical Therapist’s Journey from Burnout to Balance

I've always been a Type A, energetic person—maybe you can relate. Highly athletic, organized, and achievement-driven, I thrived on...

Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT

May 123 min read

Chronic Stress, Cortisol, and Migraines: How HPA Axis Dysregulation Triggers Headaches

Chronic stress can affect the body in many different ways. One adverse effect of chronic stress is the frequent development of headaches...

Dr. Kellyann Tomko, ND

May 53 min read

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Adrenal Fatigue & Burnout: A Woman’s Guide to Recovery and Reclaiming Energy

Adrenal Health: Understanding Burnout and the Path to Recovery Adrenal health is something we’re hearing more and more about every day....

Elena DiPerri, CNS, LN

Apr 305 min read

The Role of Nutrition in Athletic Endurance: Fueling for Peak Performance

The Role of Nutrition in Athletic Endurance Fueling your body for endurance sports is like putting premium fuel in a high-performance...

Elena DiPerri, CNS, LN

Apr 284 min read

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How to Build Endurance for Running: A Beginner’s Guide to Stamina and Strength

Endurance is the ability to sustain an activity, mainly exercise, for an extended period of time. There are different levels of endurance...

Dr. Jeffrey Dunnigan, DC

Apr 213 min read

Natural Allergy Relief: Holistic Solutions That Work With Your Body, Not Against It

Introduction: Allergies are more than just sneezing fits or itchy eyes—they're a signal from your body that something is out of balance....

Dr. Marissa Boyd, ND

Apr 86 min read

Smart Endurance Training: Boost Stamina & Prevent Injuries Efficiently

Endurance is fundamental to athletic performance , whether training for a marathon, engaging in sports, or enhancing daily stamina....

Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT

Apr 73 min read

Boost Athletic Endurance Naturally: Holistic Strategies to Combat Stress & Maximize Performance

Introduction Athletic endurance is the capacity to sustain physical activity over extended periods. It is a multifaceted performance...

Dr. Marissa Boyd, ND

Mar 315 min read

Endometriosis and the Brain: How Chronic Pain Affects Mental Health and Neurology"

Endometriosis is a systemic condition affecting many women of childbearing age. The most common symptoms include chronic pelvic pain,...

Dr. Kellyann Tomko, ND

Mar 243 min read

The Best Herbs for Women’s Health: Natural Support for Every Life Stage

Women’s bodies are amazing, aren’t they? We’re constantly shifting, growing, and evolving—and with each stage of life, our needs change...

Dr. Marissa Boyd, ND

Mar 174 min read

Busting 16 Common Women’s Health Myths: Science-Backed Facts for Every Stage of Life

There’s so much misinformation about women’s health—some passed down through generations, some floating around the internet. It’s easy to...

Dr. Marissa Boyd, ND

Mar 174 min read

Understanding Endometriosis: A Simple Guide to Its Root Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Natural Treatments

Endometriosis is a chronic condition that affects millions of women worldwide. It occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus...

Chelsea Birch, ND, RH (AHG), CBHT

Mar 105 min read

Movement for Every Decade: How to Stay Strong, Energized, and Healthy from Your 20s to 50s and Beyond

Movement and Daily Habits: How to Support Your Body at Every Age Movement and daily habits are the foundation of good health, but let’s...

Dr. Marissa Boyd, ND

Mar 93 min read