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.
Unveiling the Truth about Collagen: FAQs on Supplements, Breastfeeding, Fasting and More
Collagen supplements generate a lot of questions. From safety during breastfeeding to whether they break a fast, here are answers to the most common collagen FAQs. Can I Take Collagen While…
June 29, 2023 · 2 min read
Beat the Heat!
Summer in Austin and Dallas means sustained triple-digit temperatures. Managing heat is not just about comfort. It's a genuine health priority. Here's how to beat the heat while staying healthy and…
June 18, 2023 · 1 min read
5 Ways To Take Extra Good Care of Yourself This Summer
Summer is a season of abundance: long days, outdoor activity, social connection, and the opportunity to reset. It's also a season that, without intention, can slide into overindulgence, disrupted…
January 13, 2023 · 2 min read
Top 5 Supplements For Summer Health
Summer brings sunshine, outdoor activity, travel, and social gatherings, along with unique health challenges including heat stress, increased activity demands, sun exposure, and disrupted routines.…
August 7, 2021 · 1 min read
5 Supplements for Energy and Fighting Fatigue
Fatigue is one of the most common complaints in modern medicine. While addressing root causes (sleep, thyroid function, iron status, adrenal health) is essential, targeted supplements can provide…
January 14, 2021 · 1 min read
Top 6 Supplements We're Taking Right Now (Coronavirus Edition)
First thing’s first: the current coronavirus is novel , meaning it is new. There are clinical studies underway to better understand the virus, but at the time of this writing, there is not enough data for the FDA to approve any specific supplement or medication to prevent or treat COVID-19.
May 17, 2020 · 4 min read
5 Reasons You Should Take Turmeric or Curcumin Every Day
Turmeric has been used medicinally for over 4,000 years. Modern science has now validated what ancient healers knew: its active compound, curcumin, is one of the most powerful natural…
April 24, 2020 · 1 min read
Are Pharmaceutical-Grade Supplements Worth the Investment?
Walk into any health food store and you'll find hundreds of supplements making similar claims at vastly different price points. Is there really a difference between a $10 fish oil and a $40 one? When…
November 23, 2019 · 1 min read