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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Eating Seasonally for Better Health: A Functional Medicine PerspectiveIn a world where grocery stores offer strawberries in December and tomatoes in February (that cost a ton and taste like cardboard), it’s easy to forget that nature provides different foods at different times for a reason. From a functional medicine perspective,...
7 Best Spring Foods for a Healthy Gut MicrobiomeSpring is the perfect time to refresh your diet with seasonal, gut-friendly foods that support digestion, balance your microbiome, and boost overall health. As fresh produce becomes more available, incorporating fiber-rich, anti-inflammatory, and probiotic foods can help nourish beneficial gut bacteria and...
Gentle Spring Detox: Supporting Your Body’s Natural Cleansing ProcessSpring is a time of renewal, making it the perfect season to support your body’s natural detoxification pathways. Unlike extreme cleanses or juice fasts, a functional medicine approach to detox focuses on nourishing your liver, gut, and lymphatic system to promote safe...
Spring Reset for Busy MomsAs a mom, life moves fast, and your own well-being can easily take a backseat. Spring is the perfect time to reset your body, simplify your routine, and refresh your home for a season of energy and renewal. This functional medicine-inspired Spring reset for busy moms...
Top 10 Healthy Travel Tips for Spring Break Spring break is a time to relax and recharge, but travel can also bring stress, fatigue, and immune challenges. With a functional medicine approach, you can keep your family feeling their best while enjoying your trip - but also not stressing so...
A Root Cause Approach to Hair LossHair loss can be frustrating and emotional, but it’s also a sign that something deeper is going on in the body. In my practice, I see many women with concerns about hair loss or thinning and we don’t just treat symptoms—we look at root...
Spring Skincare from the Inside OutAs the seasons shift and spring brings warmer temperatures and brighter days, our skin’s needs change too. Winter’s dry air often leaves skin dehydrated, while spring’s increased allergens and sun exposure introduce new challenges. A functional medicine approach to skincare goes beyond surface-level treatments—it looks...
A Holistic Approach to AcneAcne isn’t just a teenage problem—it affects adults, especially women in their 20s, 30s, and beyond. While conventional treatments like antibiotics, birth control, and topical creams may offer temporary relief, they don’t address the root causes of acne. A holistic approach to acne digs deeper to...
Top 10 Heart Health Tips for WomenHeart disease is the leading cause of death for women, yet it often goes undiagnosed until later stages. The good news? There’s so much you can do to protect your heart with simple, daily choices. As a functional medicine provider, I focus on the...
