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“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
Why Can't I Lose Weight? It May Not Be Your Willpower
Quick Summary Have you been eating less, exercising more, and still watching the scale refuse to budge? You're not alone. Many people assume weight loss is simply a matter of eating fewer calories and exercising more. While healthy eating and regular movement are important, they're not the whole story. Hormones, insulin resistance, thyroid function, chronic stress, poor sleep, inflammation, medications, and muscle mass can all influence how your body stores and burns energy.
What Happens Inside Your Body During Shockwave Therapy for Back Pain?
Shockwave therapy uses acoustic waves to trigger blood flow, collagen remodeling, and pain receptor desensitization — restarting the body's own healing process for chronic back pain that hasn't responded to conventional care.
Why Your Neck Pain May Not Be Coming From Your Neck
Persistent neck pain that keeps coming back? The real cause is often your upper back, shoulders, or posture — not your neck. Learn how Thrive Chiropractic & Functional Health in Branson, MO treats neck pain at its root.
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