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. Here are seven key signs to watch for: 

1.  You’re Always Tired 

Even mild d...

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.

Foods to Support Healing & Balance

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

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 confirm what you can tell just by t...

Why on earth would you intentionally drink salt water with lemon in it? Most of us have accidentally gotten sea water in our mouths at some point and it is not a pleasant experience. When this was first recommended to me by my functional medicine doctor, the thought of drinking salt water had about as much appeal as gargling dish soap for better breath. Instead, I just started adding more sea salt to my food. I later found out that drinking salt water and eating salt are two completely different things, but I’ll get to that in a minute.

So, back to the “why”. Sea salt can help balance your potassium and sodium levels. This is actually an issue for many people but they don't realize it. When dissolved in water, potassium and sodium turn int...

Watch Arbor Health co-founders, Dr. Zendi Moldenhauer and Amber Ratcliffe discuss simple things you can do at home to decrease stress & anxiety from the inside out.

Key takeaways from the video:

Things that drive higher stress and anxiety

• Watching and listening to the news
• Negative social media. Fear and anxiety are contagious (so are peace and love).
• Self-isolation
• Mindset
• Lack of exercise
• Lack of sleep

The body under stress

• The mind-body connection: Your thoughts drive biochemical responses in the body and have tremendous power over our bodies. Negative thoughts are toxic to us, and thoughts of calm and gratitude have been shown to be healing.
• Stress activates the parasympathetic nervous system
• Impacts adrenal glands and
...

Watch for simple things you can do at home to get some quality sleep without medications from Arbor Health Co-Founders, Dr. Zendi Moldenhauer and Amber Ratcliffe. 

If this resonates with you, request a free 20-minute Discovery Call to see if Functional Medicine might be right for you.

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Do you find yourself tossing and turning at night, unable to fall asleep or stay asleep despite feeling exhausted? You’re not alone. Sleep is one of the most important pillars of good health, yet many of us struggle to get enough quality rest. If sleepless nights are leaving you feeling foggy, irritable, or simply unwell, it’s time to take action. 

At Arbor Health, we understand how frustrating sleep issues can be. Let’s explore...