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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.

Unlock the Power of Gratitude: How Simple Acts Can Boost Happiness and Health

Dr. Kellyann Tomko, ND

1 hour ago2 min read

Unlock the Power of Gratitude: How Simple Acts Can Boost Happiness and Health

What is Gratitude? As the year comes to an end and the holidays pass, there are many opportunities for family and friends to come...

Finding Light in Darkness: How Gratitude Transformed My Life Through Personal and Professional Struggles

Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT

6 days ago3 min read

Finding Light in Darkness: How Gratitude Transformed My Life Through Personal and Professional Struggles

Gratitude has been my guiding light through some of the darkest chapters of my life. One of the most challenging times was during the...

The Mind-Body Connection: How Practicing Gratitude Can Improve Your Health Naturally

Dr. Stephanie Hendershot, ND

Nov 123 min read

The Mind-Body Connection: How Practicing Gratitude Can Improve Your Health Naturally

As a naturopathic doctor, I have long recognized the profound relationship between the mind-body connection and emphasize this during...

Rediscovering Gratitude: How to Embrace Thankfulness This Holiday Season for Better Well-Being

Dr. Yelena Okhotin, ND, LAc

Nov 43 min read

Rediscovering Gratitude: How to Embrace Thankfulness This Holiday Season for Better Well-Being

As we head into the holiday season, a theme that I hope stays central is gratefulness. I’m writing this in October, and I already have...

Individualized Menopause Care: Managing Hot Flashes, Brain Fog, and Cognitive Changes

Dr. Kellyann Tomko, ND

Oct 282 min read

Individualized Menopause Care: Managing Hot Flashes, Brain Fog, and Cognitive Changes

Menopause marks a significant transition in a woman’s life, officially beginning after 12 consecutive months without a menstrual cycle....

Natural Menopause Relief: Herbal and Nutritional Strategies for Hormonal Balance

Dr. Stephanie Hendershot, ND

Oct 213 min read

Natural Menopause Relief: Herbal and Nutritional Strategies for Hormonal Balance

Menopause is a significant life transition marked by the natural decline in estrogen and progesterone production in the ovaries, leading...

How to Support a Loved One Through Perimenopause: A Survival Guide for Partners

Dr. Marissa Boyd, ND

Oct 144 min read

How to Support a Loved One Through Perimenopause: A Survival Guide for Partners

Welcome to the ride of your life! If someone close to you (no names, please) is experiencing the early stages of perimenopause (or...

Effective Osteoporosis Management: Strengthening Bones with Diet, Exercise, and Physical Therapy

Dr. Mièka Bryan, PT, DPT

Sep 302 min read

Effective Osteoporosis Management: Strengthening Bones with Diet, Exercise, and Physical Therapy

According to the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation, osteoporosis affects approximately 10 million Americans, while 44 million have...

Unlock Healthy Aging: The Essential Role of Glucose Management

Elena DiPerri, CNS, LN

Sep 234 min read

Unlock Healthy Aging: The Essential Role of Glucose Management

Aging gracefully is a goal many wellness enthusiasts aspire to achieve. One crucial yet often overlooked aspect of healthy aging is...

3 Holistic Secrets for Aging Gracefully: Ashwagandha, Glutathione, and the Power of Early Sleep

Dr. Stephanie Hendershot, ND

Sep 163 min read

3 Holistic Secrets for Aging Gracefully: Ashwagandha, Glutathione, and the Power of Early Sleep

As we all know, aging is a natural process, but how you age is influenced by the choices you make on a daily basis. As a naturopathic...

Essential Pillars of Healthy Aging: How Mindset, Diet, Exercise, and Community Shape Longevity

Dr. Sarah Kingsley, PT, DPT, RYT

Sep 94 min read

Essential Pillars of Healthy Aging: How Mindset, Diet, Exercise, and Community Shape Longevity

For over a decade, I've dedicated my career as a physical therapist to helping others live their best lives, especially within the...

How Mindfulness Can Help You Age Gracefully: Enhancing Physical, Mental, and Emotional Well-being

Dr. Marissa Boyd, ND

Sep 33 min read

How Mindfulness Can Help You Age Gracefully: Enhancing Physical, Mental, and Emotional Well-being

We have been aging since we were born; it is inevitable. But how we age can significantly impact our quality of life. While genetics,...

How Aging Affects Sleep: Understanding the Changes and Natural Solutions for Better Rest

Dr. Kellyann Tomko, ND

Sep 33 min read

How Aging Affects Sleep: Understanding the Changes and Natural Solutions for Better Rest

Nothing quite compares to a great night’s sleep! A night of uninterrupted sleep leads to a productive day, a better mood, and a higher...

Naturopathic Lifestyle Modifications to Help Prevent Cancer

Chelsea Birch, ND, RH (AHG), CBHT

Aug 264 min read

Naturopathic Lifestyle Modifications to Help Prevent Cancer

Oh, the big "C word." It's scary, I get it. Many of my patients feel the same way and seek additional screenings to ensure they are...

Aging Gracefully: Embrace the Privilege of Growing Older with Healthy Habits

Dr. Katherine Lewis, OTD, OTR/L

Aug 193 min read

Aging Gracefully: Embrace the Privilege of Growing Older with Healthy Habits

What a privilege it is to grow old. And if you are one of the lucky ones, I know what you might be thinking: How can experiencing an...

Understanding Cancer Treatment and Rehabilitation: A Physical Therapist's Guide to Recovery

Dr. Mièka Bryan, PT, DPT

Aug 123 min read

Understanding Cancer Treatment and Rehabilitation: A Physical Therapist's Guide to Recovery

Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the U.S. It encompasses a range of diseases where normal cells transform into cancerous...

Plastic Perils: Understanding How Plastics Disrupt Hormones and Steps to Detoxify

Elena DiPerri, CNS, LN

Jul 294 min read

Plastic Perils: Understanding How Plastics Disrupt Hormones and Steps to Detoxify

In our modern world, plastics are everywhere. From the containers we store food in to the personal care products we use daily, plastic...

How Your Plastic Water Bottle Could Be Making Your Period More Painful: The Hidden Dangers of BPA, BPS, and Microplastics

Dr. Stephanie Hendershot, ND

Jul 213 min read

How Your Plastic Water Bottle Could Be Making Your Period More Painful: The Hidden Dangers of BPA, BPS, and Microplastics

Let’s delve into why this might be the case. But first, let’s review some basics. In today's world, it's widely acknowledged that...

Plastics and Metabolic Health: Understanding the Hidden Dangers

Dr. Kellyann Tomko, ND

Jul 153 min read

Plastics and Metabolic Health: Understanding the Hidden Dangers

When visiting the grocery store, it is obvious that almost all foods are either pre-packaged in plastic or become packaged in plastic...

Plastics and Fertility: The Impact of Microplastics on Male and Female Reproductive Health

Dr. Yelena Okhotin, ND, LAc

Jul 156 min read

Plastics and Fertility: The Impact of Microplastics on Male and Female Reproductive Health

Plastics have been getting a lot of bad press lately. Is it warranted? Are people overreacting? Let’s dive in and see the impact plastics...