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Why Medication Might Be Your Partner in Long-Term Weight Loss

Congratulations! You’ve reached your weight loss goals. Months of dedication to diet, exercise, and perhaps the help of a medication like Ozempic, Wegovy, or semaglutide

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4 Reasons Sleepless Nights Plague Women (and How to Finally Get Rest)

Working in functional medicine, I see countless women with the same weary plea: “I just can’t sleep anymore.” Fragmented sleep, early morning wakefulness, and the

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Acupuncture the Ancient Ally for Modern Healthcare

As a functional medicine practitioner, I’m constantly looking for tools to address the root causes of chronic conditions, not just mask symptoms.   That’s why I’m

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What Fills the Space and Other Questions About a Hysterectomy, Answered

As an integrative medicine practitioner specializing in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), I often encounter women facing the prospect of a hysterectomy. This surgery, while

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6 Foods A Clinical Nutrition Expert Recommends When Taking Semaglutide

Hi everyone, I’m Stephanie, your friendly neighborhood clinical nutritionist! Today, we’re diving into the world of GLP-1 weight loss medications like semaglutide. Now, these meds

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Is Mold Exposure Making You Sick? 3 Reasons to Get Tested and How Functional Medicine Can Help

At Nava Health, we see a concerning number of patients struggling with chronic health issues that defy easy diagnosis. Fatigue, headaches, respiratory issues, digestive problems,

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Understanding Estrogen Dominance

Estrogen, a vital sex hormone, plays a key role in a woman’s health, influencing everything from menstrual cycles to bone density. When estrogen levels become

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Your Body, Your Rules: A User’s Guide to Reducing Internal Inflammation

As an integrative medicine practitioner with a focus on clinical nutrition, I see countless clients walk through my door with a common enemy: chronic inflammation.

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Are Longevity Supplements Right For Me?

As we age, our bodies undergo changes that can lead to a decline in health and vitality if we don’t take action. With an increased

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Progesterone After Hysterectomy – What You Need to Know

Deciding to undergo hormone replacement therapy (HRT) after a hysterectomy is not a given. In addition, deciding whether to include progesterone after hysterectomy or adopt

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A Guide to Sustaining Your Semaglutide Weight Loss

We all know the statistics – obesity rates are soaring, and with them comes a rise in chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and even

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Unveiling the Hidden Culprits: Toxicity, Mold, and Lyme Disease

Chronic illness can feel like a labyrinth. You experience an array of seemingly unconnected symptoms, leaving you frustrated and searching for answers. At our functional

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