So many of us are looking for ways to feel healthier, look better, have more energy, and optimize our bodies. The problem? The health and wellness world is saturated with trends promising to help us get there faster. Detox. Fast for more hours. Cut carbs. Eat everything raw. Track every macro. Choose fat-free. Add more protein. Take another supplement. While these trends are often marketed in the name of “health,” they can sometimes leave people feeling more frustrated with their bodies,...

One of the most common patterns I see in my practice is this: A client comes to me with ongoing symptoms—bloating, fatigue, reflux, chronic diarrhea and/or constipation, skin issues, hormonal imbalances, anxiety, food reactions, or stubborn weight and inflammation. They’ve seen their doctor, had labs run, maybe even a colonoscopy and endoscopy or a standard stool test… and they’re told “everything looks normal.” But they don’t feel normal. This is where deeper functional testing—specifically...

When struggling with hormone imbalances or symptoms related to your hormones, it’s common to become fixated on “fixing your hormones.” The problem with this mindset is that hormones are typically the last domino to fall. What that means is we need to focus on the foundations of our health in order for hormones to function and thrive. Hormones are chemical messengers, constantly communicating from one gland or organ to another. If that communication is off, there is always a reason. The true...