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Thyroid Disease: Tired, Wired, Foggy & Fat

Watch the live stream video: Amber Ratcliffe, CEO, and Justine Shults, Nurse Practitioner, 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, co...

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Low FODMAP Mediterranean Salad Recipe for IBS Relief & Digestive Wellness

Simple, vibrant ingredients that actually make you feel amazing

Picture this: a meal that tastes like a Mediterranean vacation but leaves you feeling energized instead of bloated. Sound too good to be true? We're excited to share one of our favorite gut-friendly recipes that proves healing foods ca...

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SIBO: The Hidden Root Cause Behind Your Digestive Struggles – A Functional Medicine Guide

Picture yourself sitting down to a dinner with loved ones, anticipating the comfort of your favorite meal, only to find that within an hour you're doubled over with bloating, gas, and cramping that makes you feel like you need to loosen your belt. Or imagine trying to maintain your energy for your c...

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Indoor Air Quality Health Effects: 10 Hidden Dangers Poisoning Your Family (Functional Medicine Guide 2025)

Sarah thought she was losing her mind. Despite being only 34 years old, she could barely make it through the afternoon without feeling completely drained. Her 8-year-old daughter Emma had developed a persistent cough that doctors couldn't explain, and her partner complained of constant headaches tha...

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Roasted Zucchini Recipe: Anti-Inflammatory Vegetables That Actually Heal Your Body

Transform Simple Vegetables into Golden Healing: Our Roasted Zucchini with Caramelized Vegetables Recipe

Nourishing side dishes that support your body's natural wellness journey

We understand that creating meals that truly nourish your body while satisfying your taste buds can feel challenging. Th...

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The Silent Epidemic: How Adrenal Fatigue Hijacks Midlife on Dare to Age Well Now Podcast

Discover the powerful insights from Arbor Health's CEO Amber Ratcliffe on the Dare to Age Well Now podcast - a conversation every midlife person needs to hear!


Have you ever walked into a room and completely forgotten why you went there? Found yourself searching for simple words like "car" or "coff...

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The Hidden AC Mold Making Your Family Sick (Check Your Air Filters!)

 

Picture this: You arrive home after a long day, looking forward to the cool, refreshing air from your air conditioner. Or you start your car on a sweltering summer morning, grateful for the blast of cold air that greets you. These everyday moments of comfort might actually be exposing you and you...

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Healthy Mojito Mocktail Recipe: Functional Medicine Benefits

Simple, nourishing ingredients that support your path to vibrant wellness

Mocktails have gone mainstream. One quick scroll on social media and you'll see endless celebrities and influencers sipping fruity mocktails by the pool. But this trend isn't just about looking good—it's about feeling good to...

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Dementia: The Hidden Epidemic in Our Aging Population - What Every Family Needs to Know About Prevention and Reversal 

Picture this: you're chatting with your beloved grandfather about memories from his childhood, sharing stories that have bound your family together for generations. Or imagine your vibrant mother, who once organized every family gathering and remembered every birthday, now struggling to recognize fa...

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Summer Sun Care: Protect Your Skin Naturally While Supporting Your Vitamin D Journey

Picture this: you're enjoying a perfect summer morning in your garden, feeling the gentle warmth on your face as you tend to your plants. Or maybe you're watching your children laugh and play at the local park, their joy infectious as they explore the outdoors. Perhaps you're finally on that long-aw...

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Nourish Your Body's Natural Healing: Our Favorite Marrakesh Carrots Recipe

Simple, whole foods that support your journey to wellness

We understand that finding delicious, nourishing meals that actually support your health can feel overwhelming. That's why we're excited to share one of our favorite recipes—a colorful Marrakesh Carrots salad that delivers both incredible fl...

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Lyme Disease: The Hidden Danger in Your Backyard - What Every Family Should Know

Imagine walking through your garden on a beautiful spring afternoon, tending to the flowers you've carefully cultivated. Or picture your children jumping in piles of fall leaves or running through the local park exploring nature during a weekend family hike. These everyday moments—the ones that brin...

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