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 ([email protected]) and I’ll be sure to add it to the my list of Blog topics to cover!
In addition to this blog, one of my favorite resources for the latest evidenced-based medicine, and is also where I completed my Functional Medicine training, is the Institute for Functional Medicine, click here to learn more!
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Red, White and Blue WellnessThis week we will kick off our Summer Wellness Series with some red, white and blue wellness recipes and hydration tips to keep you going as the summer heats up!!Stay Hydrated and Balanced: Your Guide to Surviving These Scorching Months Summer is the perfect time for travel,...
Mindfulness Exercises for Building Mental Resilience : A Complete GuideIn our fast-paced, constantly connected world, mental resilience has become more crucial than ever. Mindfulness exercises offer a practical way to enhance mental strength and cope with daily stresses effectively. This comprehensive guide will explore various mindfulness exercises specifically designed to...
A Holistic Approach to MigraineJune is Migraine Awareness Month and as a Certified Headache Specialist it is important to me to spread awareness about this disabling Neurologic condition. Three is so much more to migraine than medications alone and I want to spread the word that there can be a holistic...
5 R Gut Restoration ProtocolAt Wild Rice Wellness, we believe that gut health is connected to our overall health (as we discussed in last week's blog HERE!). We also believe that gut health is WAY more than just taking a probiotic, enter the 5 R Gut Restoration Protocol. The Institute for...
How Gut Health Influences Your Total Well-BeingGut health influences overall health, far beyond digestion alone; it is truly the cornerstone of our overall health and wellness. Known as our "second brain," the gut influences everything from our skin clarity to our mental state and even our immune system. In this...
Should You Wear Sunscreen?Should you wear sunscreen? This is a hotly debated topic in the wellness world and you may find compelling arguments on each side. Your dermatologist will tell you to lather up with SPF, seek shade and hide from midday sun. Some holistic health practitioners will tell you...
Strong, Not Skinny Welcome to 2024 where we are focused on health, on being strong, not skinny. Gone are the days of endless cardio and low fat/low carb diets. We know better now and the 90s called, they want their health recommendations back, because let's be honest, these recommendations were not...
Maternal Mental HealthMay is Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month and I am a strong advocate for maternal health, period. From my own experiences that patients have shared with me over the years, maternal health is often neglected or glazed over in the postpartum period. One six week postpartum visit (maybe...