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.
Men's Health Month: The Supplement Stack That Actually Works
June is Men's Health Month. Here's what the research says about the supplements worth adding to your routine, and the gaps most men don't know they have.
June 19, 2026 · 2 min read
Functional Medicine for Hormonal Balance in Austin, TX
Hormonal imbalances affect millions of Americans, yet they're frequently dismissed, misdiagnosed, or inadequately treated in conventional care. Functional medicine offers a more comprehensive,…
March 31, 2025 · 1 min read
Functional Pediatric Care: A New Approach to Gut Health for Kids
Children's gut health is foundational to their physical development, immune function, mental health, and cognitive performance. Yet conventional pediatric care rarely addresses the gut as a primary…
October 3, 2024 · 2 min read
PMOS: Understanding Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome Through a Functional Medicine Lens
Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome, formerly known as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), affects an estimated 8-13% of reproductive-age women, making it the most common hormonal disorder in this…
September 19, 2024 · 2 min read
Understanding the Key Differences: Integrative Medicine vs. Functional Medicine
Integrative medicine and functional medicine are often used interchangeably, but they represent distinct (though complementary) approaches to healthcare. Understanding the difference helps you find…
September 5, 2024 · 2 min read
IV Ozone Therapy Explained: Unveiling Its Health Advantages
IV ozone therapy represents one of the most powerful and versatile tools in integrative medicine. By delivering ozone directly into the bloodstream, it achieves systemic effects that topical or…
August 28, 2024 · 2 min read
A Guide to Pediatric Functional Medicine
As much as we wish we could be a kid again, it's not as easy as it used to be. Children nowadays have absurdly high rates of obesity, mental health disorders, and autoimmune disease. But why? And…
August 15, 2024 · 7 min read
Exploring Alternative Treatments for Lyme Disease
Lyme disease, caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi transmitted through tick bites, is the most common vector-borne disease in the United States. While early Lyme disease responds well to…
August 9, 2024 · 2 min read
Mold Toxicity Treatment: Prevention, Recovery, Tips and More
Mold toxicity, also called mycotoxin illness or CIRS (Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome), is one of the most underdiagnosed contributors to chronic illness. For genetically susceptible…
July 16, 2024 · 2 min read
Understanding Cortisol: How to Manage Stress and Improve Your Well-Being
Cortisol is often called the 'stress hormone,' but this label is misleading. Cortisol is a vital steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands that regulates energy metabolism, immune function,…
June 27, 2024 · 2 min read
Electrolytes: Health Fad or Real Benefits?
Electrolyte drinks and supplements have exploded in popularity, from gym-goers to office workers to those doing nothing more strenuous than sitting at a desk. Are electrolytes just the latest…
June 20, 2024 · 1 min read
Heart Health: Awareness, Prevention, and the Path Forward
Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, responsible for one in every four deaths. Yet up to 80% of cardiovascular events are preventable. Understanding your…
June 12, 2024 · 1 min read