How to Get to the Root, Once and For All

Do you relate to any of the following symptoms?

Cravings for sugar and overly processed foods.
Asthma and allergies.
Recurring illness and overuse of antibiotics.
Frequent yeast infections.
Debilitating depression.
Racing thoughts and anxiety.
Headaches and foggy thinking.
Nasty PMS.
Low immune tolerance.
IBS symptoms and gastrointestinal upset.

I experienced all of these… once upon a time

Ten years ago, I wouldn’t have believed you if you told me they were all connected. I went to one specialist for the mood issues, one for the allergies and breathing issues, one for the hormones, never being told that one impacted the other. No recommended treatments looked at root cause resolution.

Nine and a half years ago I was introduced to gut health, nutrition, and supplements to support whole-body healing. And one by one, the issues I had struggled with for a lifetime began improving.

Because of the health I found, I started sharing my story. I won’t stop.

My health journey isn’t linear. It isn’t compartmentalized to symptoms/diagnosis. It’s a collection of puzzle pieces, impacted by my DNA, personal and family trauma history, toxic burden, stress, health issues in utero and through childhood, nutrient sufficiency (or insufficiency), and so much more.

It’s never just one thing.

We must think beyond our labels. Then we can collect the puzzle pieces to restore healing.

If you are feeling burdened by your chronic issues, I am here. I am listening, and I want to partner with you to promote revitalized health in your body.

Let’s put the puzzle pieces together! Reach out if you need support. I’d love to work with you. Learn more about what I do and the labs I offer here.

Learning to Heal From the Spiritual, Mental, and Physical Impact of Trauma

Former two-time guest Andrea Jones and I join forces to get real about how trauma symptoms impacted our lives in the past year. We talk about how these symptoms impacted us physically, mentally, and spiritually, because of course – we are designed as very interconnected humans and you can’t bump one part without impacting another.

If you are experiencing mental or physiological dysregulation, or maybe even a block in your spiritual walk with the Lord, this may be a great way for you to consider how stored trauma may be playing a role.

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Customizing Your Mental Wellness in the New Year

Dr. Stefani Reinold is a board-certified integrative psychiatrist and women’s mental health expert. She is author of the bestselling book, Let Your Heart Out, podcast host of the show, The Dr Stefani Show and It’s Not About the Food. She’s founder of Wholehearted Integrative Psychiatry in Dripping Springs, Texas and the Creator of the HEART Method: a self-led therapy tool helping with emotional self-awareness and resiliency.

In this episode, Dr. Reinold discusses the innovations being made in integrative psychiatry and how to customize a mental wellness toolkit for YOUR unique brain.

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How to Support a Teen with Anxiety or Depression

Even before the pandemic, there was a major spike in teen depression and anxiety. In a post-Covid world, teens are struggling like never before. While there are certainly a myriad of causes that play a role, finding support to treat the root is tricky. Integrative and functional medicine is a way to support the whole child on every level.

Dr. Alina Olteanu is the founder and president of “Whole Child Pediatrics of North Texas”. She is the only pediatrician in the DFW area trained through the prestigious Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine, founded by Dr Andrew Weil. She is board-certified in pediatrics but also in integrative medicine through the American Board of Physician Specialties and the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine. She also has additional training in integrative psychiatry. She has extensive knowledge of herbs, supplements, homeopathy, aromatherapy, functional medicine, energy medicine, mind-body medicine, Ayurveda, and Traditional Chinese Medicine, which she practices in combination with traditional, allopathic medicine.

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Big News: Book Contract and Website Makeover Coming Soon!

Time to share some big news! I just signed a two-book contract with Tyndale Publishing!

It has been my dream since I was a very young girl to be a writer. Before I even dreamed of marrying and having kids, I wanted to write words. Lots of words. I wanted to open people up to worlds and ideas they hadn’t thought of before (there’s a very large container in my garage filled with spiral-bound evidence of this).

Then life happened. Trauma. Mental health mayhem. Meds. More trauma. A surprise pregnancy.

I thought that I needed to give up my dream, let it go and send it back with my other childhood fantasies (like winning an Oscar or singing The National Anthem at the World Series – ha)!

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Protein Ideas

With my coaching clients, I often emphasize the importance of consuming enough protein in our first session. Protein is the only macronutrient we don’t store. We need the amino acids from protein to protect our muscles as we age, support all the tissues in our body, to fuel cellular function, and most importantly (in my opinion), to create neurotransmitters – chemical messengers – that impact how we feel every day.

When you start tracking your protein, and paying attention to how you feel with more or less, it can be a great way to tune into your body’s unique needs for it!

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How Understanding Your Genetic Blueprint Can Reverse Disease

This episode will challenge the notion that genetics determines our health outcomes and shed light on the role of lifestyle factors in shaping our well-being. From debunking the claim that obesity is primarily genetic to uncovering genetic imbalances and finding effective solutions, this episode will leave you inspired and empowered to take control of your own health.

Kashif Khan is an author, speaker, visionary entrepreneur and investor. He is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of The DNA Company, a digital health company that uses genetic insights to develop genomics-based health management applications that offer patients precision healthcare tailored to their unique biology. In his newest title, The DNA Way: Unlock the Secrets of Your Genes to Reverse Disease, Slow Aging, and Achieve Optimal Wellness, Kashif gives an action plan based on your unique genetic makeup to help you live your best life.

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Korean Beef Bowls

It’s been a hot minute since I shared a new recipe. Since most of my favorite recipes are included in my newsletter and resources tab, I haven’t felt the need to create more or overshare. But I couldn’t help it with this one.

BRAIN bowls are my obsession. This is the way I can maximize nutrient density while also making sure that my food is tasty and filling. Eating is a sensory experience that bring safety to the nervous system. I want as many of my senses engaged in the process as possible. This recipe is a perfect example. Per usual, there are so many other ways you can adapt this recipe to your own needs.

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PTSD Awareness Month Part Two: How I Supported My Body with CPTSD Symptoms

Last fall, after trying out a new mind-body therapy, my body was triggered into complex PTSD symptoms. These symptoms included: hypervigilance, disturbing flashbacks and nightmares, irrational fear, irritability, disconnect and distrust in my personal relationships, low self-worth and hopelessness, and an overall sense of waiting for the worst thing to happen.

Due to years of unprocessed, stored trauma, these symptoms were almost debilitating and lasted for close to eight months.

Because I know that trauma is not just in my head, and moving out of trauma involves engaging the whole body, I utilized a handful of tools to find regulation again.

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How Toxic People Harm Your Health

Linda Kreter is a serial entrepreneur, with five successful companies and deep experience from startup to sale. She is the host of the top-ranking Wise Health for Women podcast. She specializes in adaptability and growth, sharing skills and capabilities to intentionally respond – not react – to life’s circumstances. Her lived experience with Durable People Thrive™ and Self-Care and Resilience programs address human problems that may hinder individual progress: fear, uncertainty, self-awareness, values-based living, and especially clarity in communications. In this episode, we explore the concept of toxic people and the long-term impact on your health.

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