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Insulin Resistance: The Hidden Driver of Weight Gain
You’re eating better. You’re exercising. Maybe you’ve even cut calories, stopped eating late at night, and started walking more. But the scale barely moves. Or worse—you keep gaining weight. It’s frustrating. And after a while, it’s easy to think: “Maybe I just need more willpower.” But weight regulation is more complicated than willpower or calories alone. For some people, one piece of the puzzle may be insulin resistance. Insulin resistance can make it harder for your bod
Dr. Jeni St. Onge
Sep 88 min read
Labs Are Normal but You Still Feel Sick... What Functional Medicine Looks For
Quick Summary The World Health Organization has long recognized that health is more than simply the absence of disease. It defines health as "a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity." That perspective aligns closely with the functional medicine approach of understanding the whole person—not just diagnosing disease. That can mean digging deeper than just a quick glance at a limited set of labs offered on yo
Tim St. Onge
Jul 277 min read
The Functional Medicine Root Cause Most People Miss: Stress, Trauma, and the Silent Breakdown of Health
You can eat clean, exercise, and take supplements, but if your body is stuck in a stress response, it will be difficult to fully heal. If you’ve been struggling with your health—digestive issues, autoimmune symptoms, fatigue, or stubborn weight gain—you may have been told: “It’s just your hormones.” “It’s part of aging.” “Your labs look normal.” But what if the real root cause started long before the symptoms? A Pattern We See Every Day In functional medicine, we start to not
Tara Peterson
May 62 min read
Alcohol, Hormones, and Gut Health: A Functional Medicine Perspective
Discover how alcohol affects hormone balance, gut health, and metabolism—and why a short break can reveal powerful changes in energy and digestion.
Tara Peterson
Jan 273 min read
“Why the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Reset Matters — A Functional Medicine Perspective”
Earlier this month, the U.S. government released its most significant nutrition policy update in decades: the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans — and with it, a revamped food pyramid graphic that places real, whole foods front and center of national dietary guidance. Unlike previous versions that emphasized grains and low-fat dietary patterns, this new framework elevates high-quality protein, vegetables, fruits, healthy fats, and even full-fat dairy as foundational.
Tara Peterson
Jan 122 min read
Could Your Thyroid Be Causing Your Fatigue and Weight Gain?
Quick Summary Yes, an underactive thyroid can cause fatigue and weight gain. When the thyroid doesn't produce enough hormones, your metabolism can slow down, leaving you tired, cold, constipated, or struggling with changes in your weight. But thyroid disease isn't the only possible explanation. Here's what you should know: Hypothyroidism can cause fatigue, brain fog, dry skin, constipation, and modest weight gain. Hashimoto's disease, an autoimmune condition, is the most comm
Text Neck: Is Technology Really Destroying Your Spine?
Article about technology and phone use and it's impact on the health of your neck and spine.
Shift Your Mindset from Punishment to Partnership: How Inner Dialogue Shapes Your Health
What if the reason your health plan isn't working has nothing to do with your diet or your workout? Candace Oates lost over 125 pounds and kept it off for 25 years — and she says it started with one thing: changing how she talked to herself. In this episode of Health Hacks, we explore why mindset must come before any tactic.
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