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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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Importance of Detox Pathways with Mold Illness

Why Supporting Detoxification Matters During Mold Recovery Exposure to toxic mold can have a significant impact on overall health. Certain species of mold produce mycotoxins, harmful compounds that can trigger a wide range of symptoms and contribute to both acute and chronic illness. People experiencing mold illness often report symptoms such as: Chronic fatigue Brain fog Headaches Digestive concerns Skin issues Mood changes Poor sleep Allergy-like symptoms While reducing mol

Dr. Caitlan Readhead, ND

Jun 192 min read

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Is It Allergies or MCAS? Understanding the Key Differences

If you struggle with symptoms that seem like allergies but don’t improve with typical treatments, there may be another explanation. While allergies and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) can look very similar, they are actually two different immune responses with different causes and treatment approaches. Understanding the difference between allergies and MCAS can help you determine whether your symptoms require a deeper evaluation. What Are Allergies? Allergies are IgE-med

Dr. Caitlan Readhead, ND

Apr 63 min read

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Rethinking Allergies: Exposure, Environment, and the Power of Food

Allergies are fascinating—and often misunderstood. No one wants to feel sick, so congestion, sneezing, and itchy eyes frequently get labeled as “just allergies.” Sometimes that’s true. Other times, what begins as allergic inflammation can lower resilience and make us more susceptible to recurrent illness, especially with prolonged exposure to triggers. My own journey with allergies reshaped how I understand the immune system, environment, and nutrition—and ultimately led me d

Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT

Mar 164 min read

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The Surprising Link Between Bile Flow and Allergies

Struggling with allergies, histamine intolerance, or hormonal flares? Discover how bile flow, liver detoxification, and gut health influence histamine levels and systemic inflammation.

Dr. Stephanie Hendershot, ND

Mar 24 min read

Eczema Healing Journey: How Diet, Gut Health, and Genetics Shape Skin Recovery

Eczema is a topic that hits close to home for me—born and raised with arms and legs smothered in steroid creams and endless itch. My mother had no choice at the time; few alternative treatments were offered. I remember the stinging, the scratching until I bled, especially during every sports season when shin guards and sweat made my legs erupt in pain. As I entered adulthood, the frequency of flare-ups eased, but the condition quietly lingered. It wasn’t until college—when my

Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT

Nov 17, 20254 min read

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The Gut-Skin Connection: A Naturopathic Approach to Healing Eczema from Within

Eczema, or more precisely atopic dermatitis , is more than just dry, itchy skin—it’s a chronic inflammatory condition that often reflects what’s happening inside the body. Characterized by itching, redness, dryness, and sometimes thickened or oozing skin, eczema is conventionally understood as a multifactorial condition influenced by genetics, immune dysregulation, and environmental triggers. From a naturopathic perspective, however, the skin acts as a mirror of the internal.

Dr. Stephanie Hendershot, ND

Nov 3, 20254 min read