Did you know that healthy fats can temporarily support your dopamine pathway? Dopamine is your brain’s “motivation molecule” — it fuels focus, pleasure, reward, and drive. When it’s low, you may feel unmotivated, foggy, or crave stimulants and sugar just to get through the day. Here’s where fat comes in. Certain fats — especially from foods like avocados, olive oil, walnuts, […]
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If you’ve struggled with stubborn low iron — or oddly high ferritin levels — despite a clean diet and good supplements, your MTHFR gene might be playing a hidden role. And you’re not alone — I’ve been there too. As someone with an MTHFR mutation myself, I’ve seen firsthand (and in countless others) how iron metabolism doesn’t always behave by the textbook when
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1. Toxin Overload Your body uses up a lot of minerals (like magnesium and zinc) just to detoxify environmental toxins, pesticides, plastics, and heavy metals. If you’re overloaded, you may be depleting your stores faster than you can replenish them. 2. MTHFR or Methylation Issues If you have the MTHFR gene variant, your ability to
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Whole-Food Sources + Why We Still Recommend Fish Oil When it comes to supporting your brain, heart, hormones, and gut, omega-3 fatty acids are non-negotiable. But if you’re trying to avoid inflammatory seed oils (like soybean, canola, safflower, etc.), it can feel tricky to get enough—especially from real food. This guide offers a realistic, whole-food-focused
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When you’re under stress (emotional, physical, or mental), your body releases stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline. These hormones increase magnesium excretion through the urine, which means your body uses it up and flushes it out faster. Meanwhile, low magnesium levels can make your nervous system more sensitive to stress, leading to a vicious cycle:More stress → less magnesium →
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As a mom with an MTHFR gene mutation (and a background in holistic health), I’m mindful of what goes into my kids’ growing bodies—especially when it comes to supporting their mood, focus, immune system, and digestion. Here’s a peek into our daily vitamin and supplement routine, plus why I chose each one: ☀️ Morning Staples Before
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Your gut health plays a crucial role in your overall well-being, influencing everything from digestion to immunity and even mood. Among the many players in your gut microbiome, a beneficial bacterium called Akkermansia muciniphila stands out for its potential health benefits. Research suggests that boosting the presence of Akkermansia can improve metabolic health, enhance gut
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Vitamin B12 is an important nutrient that contributes to various bodily processes. It helps with nerve health, DNA synthesis, and red blood cell production. While B12 is naturally found in animal products like meat, fish, and dairy, some people need to take B12 supplements to meet their daily needs. In this blog, we will discuss the
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Magnesium is a vital mineral that plays numerous roles in the body, yet many people are unaware of its significance for overall health and well-being. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the various types of magnesium, their benefits, the crucial functions of this mineral in the body, signs of deficiency, and the importance of
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There are a few common complaints many patients at Modern Medicine will be stepping into my office hoping to resolve. When they come seeking mental clarity, focus, and emotional balance, few substances offer the serene efficacy of L-theanine. This naturally occurring amino acid is found predominantly in tea leaves. It has gained recognition for its
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