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When many people hear the term “biohacking,” they might picture sci-fi scenarios where humans gain superpowers through cybernetic implants or…

The word “biohacking” has been popping up everywhere lately, from wellness podcasts and health blogs to fitness influencers and high-performance…

Here’s the thing about mom burnout—it’s relentless. Even though May is home to both Mother’s Day and Mental Health Awareness…

Stress is often painted with a broad, negative brush, but not all stress is created equal. In the realm of…

When people talk about “calming the vagus nerve,” they’re really referring to supporting the body’s natural relaxation response. As a…

Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) has gained attention in recent years as a promising tool for supporting everything from mood and…

As a functional medicine practitioner, I’m always exploring innovative treatments to help my patients achieve optimal health. One tool that…

When we think about the benefits of exercise, we often focus on the big wins: lowering A1C levels, crushing our…

The fight-or-flight response has been hardwired into us since the dawn of humanity—a survival mechanism that once helped our ancestors…

As a functional medicine practitioner, I’ve witnessed time and again how deeply stress can affect our health—often in ways we…

Americans stream over 75 minutes of music every day.[1] But how often do we pause to consider that all that…

The arrival of the New Year is the ideal time to ensure you’re meeting challenges with calm – and effectively…

It’s that time of year to evaluate how your past year went and find areas of improvement for the next…

The holiday season is often painted as a time of joy and wonder—but let’s face it, it can also be…

With the recent extra hour from Daylight Savings, it’s a great time to talk about healthy — and not-so-healthy —…

“Tis the season to be jolly.” “It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” “A beautiful sight, We’re happy tonight,…

“Attitude of gratitude.” It’s fun to say, right? Now try it three times, just like you would summon “Beetlejuice.” “Attitude…

Sometimes a little afternoon pick-me-up can become a 36-oz. gas station cappuccino that won’t even fit in your car’s cupholder.…

Now that school is back in session and our chaotic summer plans have come to an end, we have an…

So, you’ve got your eye on Truvaga, or maybe it’s already on its way. Perhaps it’s just arrived, and you’re…

As a functional medicine practitioner, I’m always looking for ways to assess and optimize the body’s innate healing capabilities. One…

For some, the arrival of September beckons back-to-school preparations — a grand and sometimes cruel wind of the alarm clock…

If it takes a National Self-Care Awareness month to put self-care on your radar, odds are that relaxation isn’t already…

When we think about exercising and working out, we quickly conjure images of high-intensity spin sessions, pumping iron in our…

For the past hundreds of years in medicine, we have worked to separate the body into separate sections called systems…

The vagus nerve links mental and physical processes and is a key player in regulating or mind-body connection. Learn how!

For some of us, getting off the couch and saddling up on a dusty beach cruiser for the first time…

It sounds like the plot of a sci-fi B movie: there’s a tiny brain in your gut talking to the…

Maybe you have an audiophile in your life who owns a stereo system that likely costs more than your car…

It’s not novel: the idea of a toolkit as more than a means of securing literal nuts and bolts, but…

Disembodied Voice from the Sky: “Are you aware of stress?” Everyone: “Yes, very aware!” Disembodied Voice from the Sky: “Well,…

Ever notice how the question, ‘How did you sleep last night?’ often prompts a reflexive ‘fine’ response without much thought…

If you’re venturing into the world of vagus nerve stimulation, chances are you’ve encountered transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) along…

Valentine’s Day is a great time to remind ourselves about the importance of relationships in our lives, romantic or with…

The beginning of a new year is the perfect time for self-reflection, but let’s shift the narrative from self-criticism to…

In the spirit of self-improvement for the new year, here are the top ten wellness resolutions to consider, including Vagus…

If you are feeling drained and on the verge of utter exhaustion from life’s demands, you are not alone. Welcome…

In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, mental sluggishness can sneak up on us, casting a fog over…

Our fight or flight response is an evolutionary mechanism that protects us from danger. Your nervous system temporarily increases your…

You’re on the path to unlocking your athletic potential, and guess what? Your secret weapon is closer than you think…

In today’s fast-paced and demanding world, it is easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily…

It’s not selfish or indulgent to practice self-care. In fact, it’s necessary to maintain a healthy, happy, and fulfilling life.…

Do you find yourself constantly catching a cold, frequently overwhelmed and exhausted, or having difficulty concentrating? These can be some…

You are not lazy, unmotivated, or stuck. You’ve likely been living in survival mode for too long, and you’re exhausted.…

It’s an all-too-common problem. You promise yourself that you’ll get the #1 priority on your to-do list done, no matter…

We’ve all heard the expression, “Sleep like a baby.” For those of us who are parents, we know that it’s…

Stress is a natural response to a perceived threat or challenge. It can be both positive and negative and affects…

Long before the late writer Michael Crichton wrote the blockbuster Jurassic Park, he was a medical student in Boston. His…