Welcome to the Well North Functional Medicine Blog where, every week, I post content and articles related to health and wellness using the latest evidence in Functional and Integrative Medicine.
Medicine is an ever evolving field and I strive to keep current with the latest in the literature which I plan to share here with you! I also LOVE learning and this blog is a place where I will share new tips and health information that I find interesting and I hope that you will too! I love covering a wide range of topics from postpartum health to gut health to recipe ideas! If there is a functional medicine topic you want to know more about feel free to send an e-mail (alison@wellnorthfunctionalmedicine.com) and I’ll be sure to add it to the my list of Blog topics to cover!
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Family Gut Health Reset Prioritize your family’s gut health in just one week! Join us this week building healthy habits as a family with a family gut health reset to start the new year! As a mom and functional medicine practitioner, I know firsthand how crucial gut health is—not just for physical...
Creating Intentional Health Goals for the New YearThe start of a new year is a time for fresh beginnings and renewed focus on what truly matters. For many, health goals top the list—but how often do those resolutions fall by the wayside by February? The key to lasting change lies...
The Gift of HealthThe holiday season is a time for connection, gratitude, and joy—but it can also bring stress, overindulgence, and a sense of imbalance. As a functional medicine expert, I believe the key to thriving during the holidays lies in finding harmony between celebrating and nourishing your body. The...
The Power of Light: How Sunlight, Circadian Rhythms, and Blue Light Impact Your HealthIn our fast-paced, technology-driven world, it’s easy to overlook one of the most powerful tools for optimizing health: light. The power of light is seen in all areas of nature - the rhythms of sunlight, the cycles...
Prioritizing Self-Care During the HolidaysThe holiday season is a time of joy, connection, and celebration—but it can also bring stress, overwhelm, and exhaustion. Between family gatherings, busy schedules, and indulgent meals, it’s easy to put your own needs on the back burner and that's why we need to prioritize self-care...
Optimizing Immune Health: Navigating Cold and Flu Season NaturallyAs the seasons shift, so does the focus on our health. Cooler weather brings cozy nights, holiday festivities, and, unfortunately, an uptick in cold and flu cases. As a functional medicine provider, I am always looking to optimize my patients immune health...
Health through the HolidaysThe holiday season is a time of celebration, connection, and, let’s face it, indulgence. While the warmth of shared meals and festive treats feeds the soul, it can also wreak havoc on health if we’re not mindful. As a functional medicine practitioner, I want to help you...
Maintaining Metabolic HealthMetabolic health refers to how efficiently your body creates and uses energy to fuel its systems. It's more than just maintaining a healthy weight—it's the foundation for overall wellness, influencing everything from energy levels and mood to the risk of chronic disease. A metabolically healthy body optimally balances...
Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN): A Functional Medicine Approach to Pain, Inflammation, and Autoimmune DiseaseChronic pain, inflammation, and autoimmune diseases affect millions of people worldwide, often leading to a cascade of health challenges that are difficult to manage with conventional medicine alone. From rheumatoid arthritis to fibromyalgia and multiple sclerosis, these...
