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In fact, I’ve been learning about medicine firsthand for as long as I can remember.
I was born having seizures. As a young child, I broke bones and needed knee surgery. Middle and late childhood brought the onset of migraines and a few more fractures. I struggled with digestion and was often constipated.

In young adulthood, my chronic low back pain began — herniated discs, endless specialists, and trial after trial of treatments. Through college and my 20s, I battled frequent sinus infections, treated with antibiotics every single time. Migraines persisted. IBS persisted. Bones kept breaking. An early diagnosis of osteopenia joined the list.

Yes, I’m a board-certified nurse practitioner, but my deepest source of expertise? I’ve been the patient, too.

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We live in an age of endless health advice. Scroll for 30 seconds and you’ll see two completely opposite “non-negotiable” approaches to wellness… both claiming to be the way. It’s overwhelming, polarizing, and—let’s be honest—a little exhausting.

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While HRT in recent years has been shown to be highly effective in perimenopause — both for managing symptoms and preventing long-term chronic health conditions — not everyone wants, or is a candidate for, prescription therapy. But here’s the good news: everyone can benefit from addressing lifestyle and daily habits.

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If you’ve read my story of how I got here, you know medicine has been a thread running through my entire life

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Old Habits Ditched for Good

General Medicine, Lifestyle

Habits I used to swear by that I’ve since sworn off These are some of the things I used to do and find benefit. But not anymore. 1) green powder drinks2) cardio junkie3) exercising in a fasted state4) multiple small meals and snacking throughout the day5) being attached to my wearable Greens powder drinksFor about […]

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Digestion and Gut Health in Colder Months

General Medicine, Lifestyle, Nutrition

Why Gut Health Matters More in Winter Winter changes everything: shorter days, colder weather, heavier foods, more stress, and plenty of indulgence. While these shifts are part of the season, they also place extra strain on digestion and immunity. Since nearly 70% of your immune system is rooted in the gut, supporting your microbiome during […]

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Beauty From Within

Lifestyle

We all know how crucial it is to choose the right topical products for our skin, but what do you know about improving your skin’s health and appearance from the inside out? With the skin being the largest organ in the body, what we eat and drink throughout the day is the backbone and necessary […]

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I’m on a Mission

General Medicine

I’m on a mission to help you take control of your health… what it really takes to alleviate your symptoms, improve your health and learn to listen to your body’s messages and trust yourself to adapt to the season and life changes that will come. If there is one thing I’ve learned in all my […]

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Change Your Life in 2026 with these Health Habits

General Medicine, Lifestyle

Where many people will be promoting and diving into cleanses and shorter resets starting tomorrow, I encourage you to incorporate new health habits into your routine that are there to stay.  The following (listed in no particular order of importance) are health habits that can change your life.  Now for real talk. Do I do […]

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3 Minute Nonnegotiable Morning Habit

Healing, Lifestyle

Adding something simple to your daily routine can bring lasting positive health benefits. If you know me, I’m all about one small change at a time, and this simple daily habit is something I recommend for most folks. The BIG 6™️ is by Dr. Perry at Stop Chasing Pain and it’s been a staple to […]

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You Already Know What Needs to Change. Here’s Why You Haven’t.

General Medicine

“I know what I need to do. I just need to do it.” I’ve heard this hundreds of times in my years as a primary care nurse practitioner. Someone comes in struggling—with their weight, sleep, energy, or physical health. We talk about what might help. And the response is almost always the same: “I know […]

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A Love Letter to Yoga

Healing

Yoga has been a big part of my life for quite a while. My favorite style has always been vinyasa, and I generally prefer a slower flow with longer holds, compared to a vigorously quicker paced or heated flow. I started practicing regularly in 1999, as a way to get out of my head and […]

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Let’s talk creatine!

General Medicine, Lifestyle

What is it? Creatine is one of the most widely studied supplement in the health and wellness space. Creatine is a naturally occurring compound in our bodies, stored primarily in skeletal muscle. The majority of your creatine supply is shuttled to your muscles during physical activity. The remainder goes to your brain, heart, and other […]

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5 Habits That Improved My Perimenopause Symptoms

General Medicine, Hormone Health

Perimenopause hits us all differently – different ages, different symptoms, different levels of severity. I’m sharing here what my symptoms were/are, and the lifestyle habits I changed to help improve or reduce them. As you have likely figured out by now, this transitional period of time is the furthest thing from a one-size-fits-all. As such, […]

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