September is here, and at our functional medicine practice, we're excited to kick off Gut Health Month. As a nurse practitioner, I understand the profound impact that a healthy gut can have on your overall well-being. Today, let's dive into what Gut Health Month is all about and why prioritizing...

L-Glutamine is an amino acid with remarkable benefits for your gut health. It acts as a repair and strengthening agent for your gut lining, alleviating digestive issues. Additionally, it has multiple advantages, such as supporting your immune system and aiding post-workout recovery. If you're...

Welcome to our Supplement of the Month feature! This time, we're shining a spotlight on a true health champion: Omega-3 fatty acids. These little wonders offer big benefits for your well-being. Let's dive in!

Why Omega-3s Matter: Omega-3s are the unsung heroes of nutrition. They're like the Swiss...

In a world that's constantly buzzing with activity, it's easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of our daily routines and neglect the very foundation of our well-being - our health. As we embrace Health Awareness Month, it's the perfect time to pause, reflect, and reevaluate our approach to...

Supplement of the Month: Vitamin D

As a Functional Medicine Nurse Practitioner, I'm excited to share the spotlight on an essential nutrient that your skin will thank you for - Vitamin D! Let's dive into why this "Sunshine Vitamin" is a game-changer for your skin's health.

Vitamin D is like a...

As the largest organ of our body, our skin plays a crucial role in protecting us from external elements and maintaining our overall health. Taking care of our skin goes beyond the realm of beauty; it's about nurturing our body's first line of defense. As a Functional Medicine Nurse Practitioner,...

Boost Your Brain with Acetyl-L-Carnitine (ALC)

Did you know that Acetyl-L-carnitine (ALC) is a superstar amino acid that supercharges your body's metabolism, especially energy production? It's like a power boost for your cells!

Animal studies have shown some exciting results -...

June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month at Breakthrough Functional Medicine, where we believe in unlocking the secrets to optimal brain health and empowering individuals to take control of their cognitive well-being. As we dive into the month of June, it's important to recognize and raise...

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and as a functional medicine nurse practitioner, I want to take the time to share some insights about mental health and wellness. Mental health is not only about treating mental illness or psychological symptoms but encompasses a holistic approach to...

Suffering from allergies? Our supplement of the month is Quercetin, and it could be just what you need to combat those pesky symptoms!

Quercetin is a natural antihistamine found in many fruits and vegetables, and it has been shown to help alleviate allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny...

Every month we will pick a supplement that we commonly use here at Breakthrough Functional. We discuss the why, the risk, the benefits, and what we love about these particular supplements. 

As requested- our Supplement of the month for March is about decreasing inflammation! One of...

Around here we love Magnesium! It is an essential mineral that is vital but is often deficient in many people. 

As I have already told many of my patients, if I was stuck on a deserted island and could only bring one supplement with me it would be Magnesium

It helps to regulate the...