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Balancing Hormones with Functional Medicine

Listen to Amber Ratcliffe, CEO & Co-Founder and Justine Shults, Nurse Practitioner, as they 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 sl...

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Could your "Difficult" Child be Misdiagnosed? Understanding PANS/PANDAS.

In this video, Dr. Zendi Moldenhauer, Chief Medical Officer and Co-Founder, and Lori DiBartolo, Nurse Practitioner discuss Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS/PANDAS) - the symptoms, treatment options, and how you can help raise awareness of this serious condition. 

 

Imagine thi...

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Adrenal Fatigue: Tired, Wired, Foggy & Fat

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

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 experi...

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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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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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What Real Health Transformation Looks Like — Straight From Our Patients

Have you ever wondered what it really looks like to reclaim your health? Not just small wins here and there, but full-on, life-changing transformation?

The kind that shifts how you wake up in the morning. How much energy you have to spend time with your family. How you see your future.

We could te...

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When "Just a Phase" Isn't the Whole Story: A Parent's Guide to Understanding Pediatric Mental Health

Every parent has heard the phrase, "It's just a phase." But what if there's something more profound happening beneath the surface of your child's behavioral changes and mental health struggles?

The Invisible Struggle of Pediatric Mental Health

Imagine watching your once-happy, carefree child trans...

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The 5-Minute Daily Ritual That Could Transform Your Health

In our fast-paced world, it's easy to lose touch with our bodies' signals. At Arbor Health, we've observed a common pattern among patients who achieve lasting wellness: they've learned to pause and check in with themselves. This simple practice—taking just five minutes a day—can profoundly shift you...

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Are We Missing the Root Cause of Teen Mental Health Struggles?

Daily Wellness Podcast - Teen Mental Health: A Functional Medicine Approach with Dr. Zendi Moldenhauer

Anxiety. Depression. ADHD. 

Teen mental health issues are at an all-time high, and families everywhere are searching for answers. But what if we’re only treating the symptoms while the real probl...

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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, tha...

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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 co...

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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 be...

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