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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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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

Boost Your Mood and Health Naturally: The Science of Kindness and Neurotransmitters

As a Naturopathic Doctor, my approach to patient care extends beyond addressing physical health concerns; I also focus on the mental and...

Dr. Stephanie Hendershot, ND

Feb 23 min read

How Health Coaching Supports Adults with ADHD: Improving Focus, Time Management, and Quality of Life

While Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is often thought of as a childhood disorder, many adults struggle with ADHD, often...

Dr. Kellyann Tomko, ND

Jan 32 min read

Holistic Approaches to Managing ADHD: Exercise, Therapy, and Mindfulness Strategies

As a 28-year-old living with ADHD, I could talk endlessly about the challenges of navigating a world designed for neurotypicals. ADHD...

Mickey Hardy

Dec 16, 20244 min read

How Gluten and Diet Impact ADD: A Holistic Journey to Mental Clarity

The ADD and Gluten Connection Emerging research suggests a potential link between diet—particularly gluten and processed foods—and...

Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT

Dec 9, 20244 min read

ADHD Management: How Circadian Rhythms and Nutrients Can Boost Focus and Mood

Living with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can be challenging, with symptoms like difficulty concentrating, impulsivity,...

Elena DiPerri, CNS, LN

Dec 2, 20246 min read

Is Your Drinking Water Safe? The Hidden Dangers of Manganese Contamination and How to Protect Your Health"

Manganese is an essential mineral required in small amounts for bone formation, blood clotting, and overall metabolic health. However,...

Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT

Oct 28, 20243 min read

Exploring Histamine's Role in Cancer: Implications for Future Therapies

DISCLAIMER: if you are actively receiving immunotherapy or other cancer treatments, please speak with your oncology team before making...

Dr. Kellyann Tomko, ND

Aug 5, 20243 min read

ALZHEIMER'S: Potential Causes and an Integrative Approach

Alzheimer's is a progressive, neurodegenerative condition that worsens over time. It is the cause of 70% of cases of dementia. There are...

Dr. Jenna Scott, ND

Jul 2, 20231 min read

AUTISM: Bowen Therapy

April kicks off Autism Awareness at IVY Integrative! Autism diagnosis has become more common in recent years and now covers a broad...

Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT

Apr 7, 20232 min read

AUTISM: Environmental Links

In 2023, the CDC reported that approximately 1 in 36 children in the U.S. is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Has your...

Dr. Jenna Scott, ND

Apr 4, 20232 min read

AUTISM: Reframing the Way We Understand and Support Autism as a Society

Autism is characterized as a neurodevelopmental condition that impacts behavior, speech, social interaction, and sensory processing....

Dr. Katherine Lewis, OTD, OTR/L

Apr 2, 20234 min read

ALZHEIMER'S: The Importance of Diet, Nutrition and Exercise

Alzheimer’s Disease is a form of Dementia that is more specifically diagnosed by the presence of beta amyloid plaques within the brain....

Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT

Apr 2, 20234 min read

Emotional Spring Cleaning

Spring is emerging from the dark, cold slumber of winter. The grass is turning green, the flowers are beginning to bloom, and there is a...

Karen McKinney, LCMHCA

Mar 6, 20236 min read

CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH: Role of Physical Therapy After A Stroke

You might be familiar with the term “stroke” from a relative, friend or perhaps someone famous on TV experiencing this broad spectrum of...

Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT

Feb 6, 20235 min read

NAC: New Aging Cure?

We all know that “anti-aging” is its own industry and a big one at that. That being said, with the hundreds of supplements and creams to...

Mickey Hardy

Nov 21, 20224 min read

DEPRESSION: Common Misconceptions

Did you know that there have been significant breakthroughs in understanding depression in the past few years? There are multiple new...

Karen McKinney, LCMHCA

Oct 12, 20223 min read

SLEEP: Morning Sunlight & Mental Health

Most people know that they need to get enough sleep every night to promote overall health. In fact, “good sleep hygiene” has become a...

Karen McKinney, LCMHCA

Sep 11, 20225 min read

SLEEP: Best Time to Go to Bed

Did you know there’s an optimal time to go to sleep? That’s right. And if you’re a night owl, you may want to think about moving your...

Dr. Stephanie Hendershot, ND

Sep 6, 20222 min read