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Welcome to our integrative health journal, 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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Understanding Autoimmune Disease: How Functional Medicine Targets Root Causes for Better Management
Autoimmune disease occurs when the immune system mistakenly identifies healthy cells as foreign and attacks otherwise healthy tissue. While conventional treatment approaches to autoimmune diseases often focus solely on symptom management, functional medicine strives to address the root causes of these conditions. Common signs and symptoms of autoimmune conditions can include chronic fatigue, joint and muscle pain, digestive issues, skin changes or rashes, brain fog, swollen g
Dr. Caitlan Readhead, ND
Aug 4, 20252 min read
CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH: Your Heart and Hormones
As a naturopathic doctor, I understand the importance of hormones in maintaining overall health, including cardiovascular health....
Dr. Stephanie Hendershot, ND
Feb 6, 20233 min read
THYROID: Nutrients that Support the Thyroid
The thyroid is a gland that sits at the base of the neck. This tiny butterfly-shaped gland is responsible for metabolism, controlling the...
Dr. Kellyann Tomko, ND
Jan 14, 20233 min read
THYROID: Connection to Increased Injuries?
Happy Thyroid Awareness Month! January is a great month to talk about muscles and exercise. According to a survey of those who plan to...
Dr. Mièka Bryan, PT, DPT
Jan 14, 20232 min read
THYROID: Association and Risks for Frozen Shoulder
Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a disease or disorder in which you begin to lose the function and range of motion...
Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT
Jan 14, 20233 min read
HEART HEALTH: Portion Control
Heart disease is the nation’s number one killer for both men and women; one person dies every 36 seconds in the US from cardiovascular...
Dr. Mièka Bryan, PT, DPT
Apr 20, 20222 min read
HEART HEALTH: Bingo
Did you know this was heart health month? The heart is one of the most important organs in the body and one of the most promoted images...
Dr. Mièka Bryan, PT, DPT
Mar 11, 20223 min read
Heart Health: An Herbal Spotlight
Heart disease is the number one killer of women in the United States. In fact, 1 in 3 women die of heart disease and stroke every year....
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Mar 3, 20223 min read
LOVE YOUR BODY: Image Awareness
Comparison is the thief of joy and the stretcher of truth. Comparison says “I am ill-equipped for the task at hand.” Corinthians 4:7 In...
Dr. Mièka Bryan, PT, DPT
Jan 17, 20224 min read
LOVE YOUR BODY: Natural Products
Everything you put in your body makes a difference. But did you know that everything you put ON your body also makes a difference?! Your...
Chelsea Birch, ND, RH (AHG), CBHT
Jan 3, 20222 min read
Guarding Your Health: How to Reduce Exposure to Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs)
Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDC’s) remain a hot topic in the area of inflammation. EDC’s are an exogenous chemical or mixture of...
Dr. Shanna Greminger, DNP
Oct 25, 20213 min read
Unlocking Thyroid Health: The Why Behind Common Supplements
"Take this for your thyroid, take that for your thyroid." Before you know it, your cupboard is filled with an array of mysterious...
Chelsea Birch, ND, RH (AHG), CBHT
Aug 27, 20213 min read
Empowering Your Thyroid Health: Take Control of Your Diagnosis
Control your thyroid diagnosis, don’t let it control you! Recently, I met a trainer for body builders at the gym who told me about one of...
Dr. Mièka Bryan, PT, DPT
Aug 23, 20213 min read
Recovering from Hypothyroidism: A Personal Journey to Wellness
Let me paint the picture. I was an athlete for the majority of my life. I was a competitive cheerleader from the age of 5 to 18 and then...
Megan Leskody, LMBT
Aug 18, 20216 min read
5 Lifestyle Habits That Decrease Thyroid Medication Efficacy
First things first: If you have been diagnosed with hypothyroidism, this is a condition where we DO highly recommend that you utilize...
Chelsea Birch, ND, RH (AHG), CBHT
Aug 10, 20214 min read
7 Common Signs & Symptoms of Hypothyroidism: Understanding Thyroid Health
Years ago I struggled unknowingly with ALL the signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism...feeling like my body was failing me but having no...
Chelsea Birch, ND, RH (AHG), CBHT
Aug 2, 20212 min read
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