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How Your Digestion Affects Your Mood and Focus

Mackenzie Weis Jones, DNP, FNP-BC

It’s easy to think of your digestive system as just a breakdown factory for food. But in functional medicine, we know it's so much more. Your gut is intimately connected to your brain, influencing everything from how you feel emotionally to how sharp your focus is.

November Supplement of the Month: Probiotics

Mackenzie Weis Jones, DNP, FNP-BC

I can hardly believe I'm typing this, but in all our time doing "Supplement of the Month," we have never dedicated a spotlight to one of the most foundational, game-changing supplements in functional medicine: Probiotics!

The Sugar-Dopamine Connection: Why You Crave Sweets and How It Hijacks Your Brain & Gut

Mackenzie Weis Jones, DNP, FNP-BC

Have you ever finished a perfectly satisfying meal, only to find yourself rummaging through the pantry for something sweet? Or experienced that intense 3 PM craving for a cookie or candy bar that feels almost impossible to ignore? If so, you’re not alone, and it’s not a failure of willpower. It’s a powerful hijack of your brain chemistry, driven by the connection between sugar and a neurotransmitter called dopamine.

Bitter Melon

Mackenzie Weis Jones, DNP, FNP-BC

When it comes to managing appetite and supporting weight loss, nature has provided us with some powerful tools. One such tool is bitter melon (Momordica charantia), a unique fruit that’s long been used in traditional medicine for various health benefits, including appetite suppression. Let's explore how bitter melon can help curb your cravings and contribute to a healthier lifestyle.

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