We are back for part II of my weight gain/loss series! In my previous blog, I talked all about how hidden bacteria and toxins, stress, low DHEA, and low vasopressin may be causing you to gain weight (and also preventing you from being able to lose it). In part II, I want to really focus […]

Wellness

April 30, 2025

Why the Scale Won’t Budge: The Hidden Root Causes of Weight Loss Resistance

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Are you feeling like crap, gaining weight, and yet somehow have zero motivation to make a change? You’re not lazy, and it’s not all in your head. What you’re experiencing is very real—and actually very common. As a functional nutritionist, I see this pattern over and over again in my practice. Weight gain, fatigue, brain […]

Wellness

April 17, 2025

Why You’re Gaining Weight (And Feeling Like Crap)

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In the world of metabolic health and weight management, one hormone has been gaining attention for its powerful role in regulating appetite, glucose balance, and energy metabolism: GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1). While pharmaceutical interventions that mimic GLP-1 are making headlines, there are natural, holistic strategies that can enhance your body’s own production and sensitivity to this […]

Wellness

March 4, 2025

Unlocking the Power of GLP-1

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In the world of functional nutrition, the quest for optimal health encompasses not only physical vitality but also mental well-being. In this pursuit, one of the most common things my clients always seem to overlook is the significance of omega-3 fatty acids. Extensive research has shown that EPA, DHA and DPA from fish oil enhances […]

Wellness

May 14, 2024

The Connection Between Omega’s and Mental Health

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