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​Elevate Your Function, Not Your Stress

5/13/2024

 
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Essential takeaways:
  • Stress is becoming far more prevalent and accepted in today’s world and an increasing number of individuals could be classified as chronically stressed.
  • Exposure to a stressor creates immediate biological responses, including stimulation of the sympathetic nervous system, which releases cortisol to enhance functions critical to survival and slow down those that aren't necessary.
  • We have become over exposed to cortisol, which is negatively affecting our health and resulting in metabolic disorders, poor sleep quality, digestive issues, and mitochondrial dysfunction.
  • Creating a functional lifestyle means tailoring your ecosystem to mitigate stress and promote healing.

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OrthoMune: Broad-Spectrum Immune Support

1/11/2022

 
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​There is no doubt about it—winter is here. And, as we all know too well, this means shorter days, more time spent indoors and immune systems that are working overtime to keep us healthy.

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Health Benefits of Weekly Sauna Bathing

3/16/2021

 
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Saunas are a hot topic these days (pun intended) and we can get behind utilizing heat as a tool to boost your immune system and enhance overall health and well being.

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Autophagy: Your Cell's Natural Cleaning Cycle

6/23/2020

 
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The word "autophagy" comes from the Greek language and is translated to "self-eating."

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