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What Does the Liver Have to Do With Hormones?
Your liver does much more than filter your blood. It also helps metabolize estrogen and other hormones, produces SHBG, and works with your digestive system to help eliminate hormone metabolites. Learn why liver health may be an overlooked part of the hormone balance conversation.
Dr. Stephanie Bartolotti
3 days ago7 min read


Why Are My Triglycerides High? A Functional Medicine Perspective
High triglycerides can be a clue to what is happening with your metabolic health. Learn how insulin resistance, blood sugar, diet, alcohol, thyroid function, fatty liver, medications and genetics can contribute—and what you can do about it.
Dr. Stephanie Bartolotti
5 days ago9 min read


GLP-1 Side Effects: Can Acupuncture Help Support Your Body?
GLP-1 medications can cause nausea, constipation, delayed digestion, appetite suppression and other side effects. Learn what to watch for and how acupuncture, nutrition and a root-cause approach may help support your body.
Dr. Stephanie Bartolotti
Sep 228 min read


The Root Causes of Thyroid Imbalance
Thyroid symptoms aren't always as simple as a high or low TSH. Learn eight factors that may contribute to thyroid dysfunction, including autoimmunity, nutrient deficiencies, thyroid hormone conversion, stress and environmental exposures.
Dr. Stephanie Bartolotti
Sep 177 min read


Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs for PMOS: A Whole-Body Approach
PMOS, formerly known as PCOS, can affect much more than the ovaries. Learn how acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and functional medicine can support hormones, ovulation, insulin resistance, metabolic health and fertility.
Dr. Stephanie Bartolotti
Sep 168 min read


The Purpose of Chinese Medicine: Why We Treat Health, Not Just Disease
Chinese medicine is about much more than treating symptoms. Discover how acupuncture, herbal medicine, food therapy, pulse diagnosis, and the ancient concept of Yang Sheng work together to nourish life, recognize patterns of imbalance, and support long-term health.
Dr. Stephanie Bartolotti
Sep 17 min read


Can Acupuncture Help Insulin Resistance and Type 2 Diabetes?
Insulin resistance can develop years before type 2 diabetes. Learn how acupuncture, functional medicine, nutrition, and lifestyle changes can work together to support healthy blood sugar, improve insulin sensitivity, and promote better metabolic health.
Dr. Stephanie Bartolotti
Aug 86 min read


Why You Should Stop Eating at Least 4 Hours Before Bed
Eating late at night may affect more than your waistline. Discover how finishing dinner earlier can support digestion, improve sleep, promote healthy blood sugar, and give your digestive system time to rest.
Dr. Stephanie Bartolotti
Jul 313 min read


Ginger in Chinese Medicine: Why This Powerful Root Deserves a Place in Your Kitchen
You probably have ginger sitting in your kitchen right now—but did you know it's one of the most respected medicinal foods in Chinese medicine? Learn how this remarkable root has been used for centuries to support digestion, relieve nausea, boost circulation, and naturally promote whole-body wellness.
Dr. Stephanie Bartolotti
Jul 304 min read


Why Cholesterol Goes Up During Perimenopause and Menopause: The Hormone Connection Every Woman Should Know
Many women are surprised when their cholesterol rises during perimenopause—even if they're eating well and exercising regularly. Discover how changing hormones influence cholesterol and learn natural ways to support heart health during midlife.
Dr. Stephanie Bartolotti
Jul 265 min read


Can Acupuncture Help Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? A Whole-Body Approach to Restoring Energy
Chronic fatigue syndrome affects much more than your energy—it can impact sleep, concentration, pain, and daily life. Discover how acupuncture and functional medicine may help support your body's natural healing process and improve your quality of life.
Dr. Stephanie Bartolotti
Jul 253 min read


Could It Be Low Blood Sugar? Why It Can Feel Like a Hormone Imbalance
Could your symptoms be caused by unstable blood sugar instead of a hormone imbalance? Learn why low blood sugar can mimic perimenopause and discover practical ways to support balanced energy, mood, and overall health.
Dr. Stephanie Bartolotti
Jul 235 min read


Goji Berry Tea: An Ancient Chinese Medicine Remedy for Healthy Vision
Goji berries have been treasured in Chinese medicine for centuries as a natural way to nourish the eyes, support healthy aging, and promote overall wellness. Learn why these antioxidant-rich berries are considered one of the most powerful medicinal foods and how to make a simple goji berry tea at home.
Dr. Stephanie Bartolotti
Jul 223 min read


Why Do Women Crave Chocolate? The Truth About Hormones, PMS, and Your Brain
Why do women crave chocolate, especially before their period? Discover the science behind chocolate cravings, including the role of hormones, blood sugar, stress, and brain chemistry. Learn practical, natural strategies to support hormone balance and reduce cravings without guilt.
Dr. Stephanie Bartolotti
Jul 224 min read


How Acupuncture Helps Treat Hot Flashes Naturally
Hot flashes are one of the most frustrating symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. Learn how acupuncture may help regulate your body's temperature, improve sleep, calm the nervous system, and provide natural relief so you can feel more like yourself again.
Dr. Stephanie Bartolotti
Jul 214 min read


What Causes Hot Flashes During Menopause? A Chinese Medicine Perspective
Hot flashes are one of the most common symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, but why do they happen? Discover how traditional Chinese medicine explains hot flashes, the patterns that may contribute to them, and natural ways to support your body through this transition.
Dr. Stephanie Bartolotti
Jul 184 min read


How to Treat Anxiety Naturally in Florida: A Root-Cause Approach to Finding Calm
Looking for natural anxiety treatment in Florida? Learn how acupuncture, functional medicine, nutrition, and lifestyle medicine can support a calmer, healthier life through a root-cause approach.
Dr. Stephanie Bartolotti
Jul 164 min read


The Maiden, Mother & Crone: Understanding the Three Stages of Womanhood
Every woman moves through seasons of life. Learn how the Maiden, Mother, and Crone archetypes mirror hormonal transitions and how acupuncture and Functional Medicine can help you thrive at every stage.
Dr. Stephanie Bartolotti
Jul 134 min read


The 10 Early Signs of Perimenopause Most Women Don't Recognize
Perimenopause doesn't always begin with hot flashes. Discover 10 early signs of perimenopause that many women overlook and learn how acupuncture, functional medicine, nutrition, and Chinese herbal medicine can help support hormone health naturally.
Dr. Stephanie Bartolotti
Jul 114 min read


How to Support Healthy Testosterone Levels Naturally as You Age
Discover science-backed lifestyle habits that support healthy testosterone levels naturally, including weight training, nutrition, sleep, stress management, and maintaining a healthy body composition.
Dr. Stephanie Bartolotti
Jul 114 min read
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