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Top Preconception Tips for a Healthy Pregnancy
If you ever wonder “what are the most important things to be doing while trying to conceive?” or better yet - what to do to prep for conception ahead of time… this is your article! Here are Dr. Krystalyn’s best functional medicine preconcpetion tips for both mom and dad!
How Food Shapes Your Estrogen (and How to Use It Wisely)
Estrogen balance isn’t about “too much” or “too little” — it’s about how your body processes it. In this article, you’ll learn which foods support healthy estrogen metabolism, protect detox pathways, and reduce the daily burden of xenoestrogens, so your hormones can work with you instead of against you.
Why Vacation Food Doesn’t “Hit” the Same: The Stress-Hormone Reason You Feel Fine on Holiday… and Crappy at Home
Ever notice how you can eat pasta, gelato, and “fun food” on vacation and feel great—yet the same foods leave you bloated and exhausted at home? The difference isn’t the food. It’s stress. This article breaks down how your nervous system, hormones, and digestion change when you’re relaxed—and how to bring that “vacation physiology” into everyday life.
Are Your Period Products Harming Your Hormones? The 80/20 Method for a Cleaner, Low-Toxin Cycle
Are your period products quietly disrupting your hormones? This evergreen guide breaks down the 80/20 rule for low-toxin menstrual care, explaining how menstrual cups, organic pads, and period underwear impact hormone health — and how to make realistic swaps that reduce endocrine disruptors without stress or perfectionism.
Bone Broth + Coconut Gut Healing Pho
Paleo Bone Broth & Coconut Pho - a paleo, hormone & gut healing, blood sugar friendly recipe that is great for chilly fall days and cold winter nights, by Dr. Krystalyn Lowery of Navigate Wellness.
Feeling Thankful? Here’s How Gratitude Actually Heals Your Hormones, Mood & Immune System
Discover how daily gratitude can improve your hormones, sleep, mood, and immune system. Learn the science-backed health benefits of gratitude and simple practices you can start today.
BFCM for Your Health: The Functional-Medicine Guide to Buying (and Not Buying)
Make the most of Black Friday/Cyber Monday with a clinician-approved BFCM guide to smart, high-ROI wellness buys—no gimmicks, just health gains.
Easy Homemade Cranberry Sauce (Gluten-Free, From Scratch!)
This Colorado-inspired cranberry sauce recipe is gluten-free, made with fresh orange juice and organic cranberries — plus a diabetic-friendly version your whole family will love.
Fall Fertility Foods: Eating with the Equinox for Hormone Harmony
The Fall Equinox is your natural hormone reset button. This guide reveals the science of how fall produce (like root veggies and squash) supports ovulation, clears estrogen, stabilizes blood sugar, and supports specific issues like PCOS and irregular cycles. Your full plan for seasonal eating starts here!
Healthy Halloween Best Practices: Candy Swaps, Switch Witch Ideas, and Blood Sugar-Friendly Tricks
Worried about Halloween sugar overload? This comprehensive guide for health-minded parents covers low-sugar candy swaps, fun family traditions like the Switch Witch, and functional health tips for blood sugar support.
These Sober October Mocktails Are a Game Changer For Your Hormones
Most mocktails are secretly sugar bombs—but not these. These Sober October recipes are functional medicine in a glass, crafted to steady blood sugar, support hormone balance, and make your liver (and taste buds) happy. From pumpkin spice fizz to ginger mules, Krystalyn’s low-tox, hormone-smart mocktails let you enjoy spooky season—minus the spikes and regrets.
Continuous Glucose Monitors: How do I Know If a CGM Is a Good Choice For Me?
Can a tiny sensor on your arm transform your health, balance your hormones, and boost your energy? Dive into our comprehensive guide on Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) for women. Learn how these real-time insights empower you to personalize your nutrition, optimize your lifestyle, and proactively manage conditions like PCOS and insulin resistance. It's time to understand your body like never before!
Why the Pill is Not Your Only Option When You Get a PCOS Diagnosis
If your first PCOS visit ended with a prescription and a cheery “start the pill,” you are so not alone; most cysters have been handed that same script. It’s fast, it’s tidy, and yes, for many people it brings welcome relief. But it’s also incomplete. The pill often masks the symptoms without fixing the upstream reasons they started in the first place, and I’m a functional-approach kind of gal because I believe in long-term health. If you want a plan that leaves you with options down the road—better metabolic health, fewer meds, and the fertility choices you actually want—you’re in the right place.
Fix the Why: A Functional Medicine Playbook for PCOS & Estrogen Imbalance
Are you struggling with PCOS symptoms like acne, chin hair, and heavy periods, but feel confused because your labs look "normal"? You're not alone. This deep dive into the connection between PCOS and estrogen dominance will show you why you can have both and how treating the root causes—not just the symptoms—can finally bring lasting relief. Discover the simple, actionable steps to balance your hormones, support your body's natural processes, and reclaim your health.
Not all PCOS is the same…
Struggling with PCOS and tired of generic advice that doesn’t work? The truth is, not all PCOS is the same—and understanding your unique type is key to real healing. In this post, we break down the five PCOS types, common symptoms, and actionable tips to support your hormones, from nutrition to supplements. Ready to uncover your root cause and feel like yourself again?
PCOS, Facial Hair & Testosterone: A Functional Medicine Take That Changes Everything
Most women think of testosterone as a “male hormone,” but it’s essential for female energy, libido, mood, and metabolism. This guide unpacks how low or high testosterone shows up in women, how PCOS fits in, and which labs and lifestyle shifts truly matter.
GLP-1 Drugs: The Risks, the Hype, and Natural Alternatives for Women’s Health
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic may promise quick weight loss, but at what cost? Learn the risks and discover natural hormone-friendly alternatives.
HOMA What? The Marker Everyone’s Ignoring That Could Unlock Your Hormones, Energy & Fertility
HOMA-IR: Ever wonder why you're still tired, struggling with weight, or facing fertility issues? This crucial, often-missed lab marker reveals hidden insights into your insulin resistance and metabolic health. Discover how understanding your HOMA-IR score can unlock better hormones, boost energy, improve fertility, and optimize BHRT success. Dive in to learn what it is, why it matters for women, and how to take action.
The Packaged Salmon That Lied (And What It Taught Me About Health in the US)
A quick hotel dinner turned into a deep dive on hormone disruptors, food marketing, and what “healthy” really means. If you’ve ever felt misled by labels or overwhelmed at the grocery store, this story will change how you shop (and why it matters more than ever!)
Reclaim Your Energy with This Hormone-Healing Morning Routine
Tired of waking up anxious, groggy, or inflamed, no matter how “healthy” your habits? This simple hormone-friendly morning routine helps you reset your day with ease, clarity, and confidence. Real strategies from a functional practitioner who gets it.