Brain Fog, Fatigue, and Headaches? The Answer Could Be in Your Water Bottle

Feeling sluggish, foggy, or just not at your best? You might be dehydrated. 

At Arbor Health, we’ve seen firsthand how one straightforward change—drinking enough water—can dramatically boost energy, mental clarity, and overall well-being. And the best part? It’s a simple fix. So simple in fact, that it's hard to believe the impact it can have until you try it. 

But before you grab just any drink, let’s talk about the right way to hydrate and how you can make it an effortless (and even enjoyable) habit. 

Are You Dehydrated? Here’s How to Tell 

Dehydration isn’t always obvious. Your body gives subtle (and sometimes surprising) signals that it needs more water....

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Beat the Winter Blues: How Nutrition Can Boost Your Mood Naturally 

Feeling down as the days get shorter? You’re not alone. 

Winter brings cozy sweaters and hot drinks, but for many, it also brings fatigue, low mood, and a general sense of "blah." If you find yourself feeling sluggish, craving carbs, or struggling to stay motivated, it’s not just in your head—it could be Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). 

The good news? What you eat plays a bigger role in your mood than you might realize. Science shows that food directly impacts brain chemistry, energy levels, and even emotional well-being. Small, intentional changes to your diet can help you feel brighter, more energized, and ready to take on the colder months with confidence. 

Let’s talk about how nutrition can...

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7 Everyday Foods that Support Healing and Balance

Have you ever felt like your body is trying to tell you something?

From bloating and fatigue to mood swings and joint pain, these common symptoms might be your body’s way of signaling an imbalance. At Arbor Health, we know how overwhelming it can feel when your health is off track. That’s why we believe in empowering you with tools to heal—starting with food.

Food is more than fuel; it’s medicine. Research shows that diet can directly influence inflammation levels, gut health, hormone regulation, and even brain function. Choosing nutrient-dense, anti-inflammatory foods can do wonders for your health.

Let’s explore seven everyday foods with research-backed benefits that can help you feel better, one bite at a...

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Give the Gift of Health

Holiday Health and Wellness Gifts: Download Our Exclusive Gift Guide

Finding yourself overwhelmed by the holiday shopping frenzy and wondering how to choose gifts that truly matter? We've got you and we’ve made it simple to inspire health, happiness, and vitality in your loved ones with our thoughtfully curated Arbor Health Holiday Gift Guide.

Why Wellness Gifts Matter

Gifts aren’t just about filling stockings—they’re an opportunity to show care and promote well-being. A good gift can spark joy, foster healthier habits, or provide comfort during stressful times. This year, why not skip the ordinary and go for something meaningful?

Our guide is more than a list; it’s a celebration of thoughtful giving....

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How to Thrive This Holiday Season: A Functional Medicine Approach

The holidays can feel like a tug-of-war between joy and stress. While we cherish the laughter, connection, and traditions, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the demands of the season. At Arbor Health, we believe there’s a better way. A Functional Medicine approach helps you stay centered by addressing your unique needs—physically, emotionally, and mentally—so you can navigate the holidays with grace and intention. With a little planning and mindful practices, this season can be not just manageable, but truly meaningful.

Why Is Planning Ahead So Important?

When the holiday whirlwind begins, preparation is your best ally. Here’s how to stay ahead of the curve:

  • Master Your Calendar: Set aside non-negotiable...
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Child & Adolescent Anxiety Disorder: Recovering with Functional Medicine

 

Watch our video: Amber Ratcliffe and Dr. Zendi Moldenhauer discuss Child & Adolescent Anxiety and how Functional Medicine can help your child recover from the inside out and get them back to feeling their best.

Is your child irritable, quick to anger, or have frequent emotional outbursts? Do they avoid age appropriate activities? Do they have trouble sleeping? Have frequent stomach or head aches? Do they bite their nails? Do they trend towards perfectionism, excessive planning, or negative self-talk? 

If so, they might be suffering from anxiety...

If you think your child or teen is suffering from anxiety or depression, you aren’t alone. At least one in five children report experiencing anxiety. Studies...

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Add a DOSE of Joy for Vibrant Health

On a recent trip to the Mindshare Summit, Dr. Zendi and I had the privilege of meeting some amazing innovators in health and wellness. One of our absolute favorites was Radha Agrawal, co-founder of Daybreaker and author of Belong: Find Your People, Create Community & Live a More Connected Life.

After all – who couldn’t use more joy and feelings of deep belonging. We got to dance, laugh, and learn about how to create more joy in our life with this amazing woman and we can’t wait to share it with you!

MORE JOY = healthier, wealthier, more love, less stress, more fertile, more friends, more creativity, anti-aging, less stagnation, less anger, more forgiveness, less isolation and loneliness, less anxiety and...

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Balancing Hormones with Functional Medicine

 

Watch the LiveStream video: Amber Ratcliffe and Justine Shults discuss female sex hormone imbalance and why it may be what is holding you back from feeling your best.

What is a Hormone Imbalance?

Are you irritable, moody, and exhausted all the time, yet have trouble sleeping? Gaining weight despite diet and exercise? You are not alone. Up to 75% of women report suffering from symptoms that could be attributed to a hormone imbalance!

Hormones are important chemical messengers in our bodies such as Estrogen, Testosterone, Progesterone, Cortisol, Thyroid, DHEA, and Vitamin D. They are produced in one type of tissue and then move through the bloodstream to other parts of the body delivering “messages” for that part of...

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Thyroid Disease: Tired Wired Foggy & Fat

 

Watch the LiveStream video: Amber Ratcliffe and Justine Shults discuss thyroid disease and why it may be what is holding you back from feeling your best.

First a little about thyroid disease...

When your thyroid is not functioning optimally, you can feel dull, tired, constipated, gain weight, have dry skin, hair can become dry and even fall out, muscles and joints might ache, periods become irregular, you might have fertility problems, brain fog, sugar and carb cravings (your body is desperate for energy!), high cholesterol (even if your diet is amazing), and a host of other large and small symptoms.

  • One in eight women will be diagnosed with thyroid disease during her lifetime

  • The most common form is Hashimoto’s, an autoimmune...

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Adrenal Fatigue: Tired, Wired, Foggy & Fat

 

Watch the LiveStream video: Amber Ratcliffe and Justine Shults discuss Adrenal Fatigue and why it may be what is holding you back from feeling your best.

Do you feel overwhelmed? Have trouble recalling words and feeling brain fog? Exhausted but wake up every night between 1 and 3 am and can’t get back to sleep? Do you have sugar/salty/carb cravings - putting on some belly fat? Frequently feel anxious?

You probably have Adrenal Fatigue.

Adrenal Fatigue is a silent epidemic caused by our fast-paced culture. Being “ON” all the time is exhausting and so many of us are experiencing burnout and serious health symptoms as a result. You know something is wrong, but you don’t know what.

Adrenal Fatigue...

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