Root-cause wellness, in plain English.
Notes from our providers on the supplements, protocols, and root causes behind how you feel. The same clinical thinking that shapes care at Alive and Well.
The One Supplement Most People Are Getting Wrong: A Guide to Omega-3s
EPA and DHA are essential fatty acids your body can't make. Most people aren't getting enough, and the fish oil they take isn't working. Here's what to look for and why quality matters.
July 21, 2026 · 2 min read
Why We Test Before We Treat: Advanced Biomarker Testing at Alive and Well
At Alive and Well, we believe better data leads to better outcomes. Our advanced biomarker testing goes far beyond a standard blood panel to reveal what conventional labs miss, so your care plan is built on real evidence about your unique biology.
July 21, 2026 · 4 min read
GLP-1 Face: What Rapid Weight Loss Does to Your Skin (and How to Fix It)
GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide are transforming how people lose weight. But rapid fat loss can leave the face looking gaunt, hollow, and older. At Alive and Well, we offer both the medication and the aesthetic solutions to address what's now being called GLP-1 face.
July 14, 2026 · 4 min read
Summer Was Supposed to Be the Easy Season: How to Beat Midyear Burnout
Travel logistics, work deadlines, social commitments. Burnout doesn't check the calendar. Here's what midyear burnout actually looks like and the adaptogens that make a measurable difference.
July 9, 2026 · 2 min read
What Is Integrative Medicine? The Alive and Well Approach
Integrative medicine brings together the best of conventional care and functional medicine to identify and treat the root causes of illness, not just symptoms. At Alive and Well, this philosophy shapes everything we do across our Austin and Dallas locations.
July 7, 2026 · 3 min read
What Are Peptides, and Why Is Everyone in Functional Medicine Talking About Them?
Peptides are short chains of amino acids that signal your body to repair, regenerate, and rebuild. Here's what the science says and which ones are worth your attention.
July 7, 2026 · 2 min read
How to Have the Energy to Actually Enjoy July 4th Weekend
July 4th weekend is one of the most fun (and most draining) weekends of the year. Here's how to show up with energy, recover fast, and feel good the whole time.
July 3, 2026 · 1 min read
You're Probably Not as Hydrated as You Think
Drinking water isn't the same as being hydrated. Here's the science behind true cellular hydration, and the electrolytes that make it possible.
June 30, 2026 · 2 min read
Send Them to Camp Ready for Anything: Kids' Immunity and Focus This Summer
Summer camp is a wonderful immune system stress test. New environments, shared spaces, late nights. Here's how to keep kids healthy and focused all summer long.
June 25, 2026 · 1 min read
Your Sunscreen Has a Partner: Protect Your Skin from the Inside Out
Topical SPF blocks UV rays from the outside. But oxidative stress from sun exposure still gets through. Here's how antioxidants and collagen work from the inside to protect and repair.
June 23, 2026 · 1 min read
How to Travel Without Wrecking Your Body
Jet lag, digestive disruption, broken sleep. Summer travel takes a toll. Here's the supplement kit that actually helps you arrive and recover well.
June 20, 2026 · 1 min read
Give Dad Something He'll Actually Use This Father's Day
Skip the novelty gifts. Here's a curated Father's Day guide to supplements that support energy, recovery, and long-term health, for dads at every stage.
June 19, 2026 · 2 min read