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.
Hormone Imbalance Symptoms in Women: What Your Doctor Might Be Missing
Hormonal imbalances in women are among the most common and most undertreated conditions in conventional medicine. Fatigue, weight gain, mood changes, brain fog, and irregular cycles are all signals worth investigating. Here is what functional medicine looks for that conventional care often misses.
October 13, 2026 · 4 min read
Your Annual Wellness Exam Should Be More Than 15 Minutes
The standard annual wellness exam too often leaves women feeling rushed and unheard. At Alive and Well, our women's wellness appointments are designed to be different: thorough, personalized, and genuinely focused on how you feel, not just how your numbers look on a standard range.
October 6, 2026 · 3 min read
Brain Fog: Is It Your Hormones, Your Gut, or Something Else?
Brain fog is not a diagnosis, but it is a real and debilitating symptom with identifiable causes. Hormonal imbalances, gut dysbiosis, thyroid dysfunction, nutritional deficiencies, and inflammation are among the most common culprits. Here is how functional medicine finds and fixes the root cause.
September 15, 2026 · 3 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
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
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
Calling All Men: It's Time to Get Serious About Your Health
Men die younger than women in virtually every country in the world. On average, American men die 5-6 years earlier than American women. They have higher rates of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and…
June 5, 2024 · 2 min read
How Hormones Impact Libido
Libido is not just a matter of psychology or relationship dynamics. It's deeply rooted in hormonal biology. Understanding which hormones influence sexual desire and how they interact is the first…
April 19, 2024 · 2 min read
Hack Your Menstrual Cycle: Start Cycle Syncing
Cycle syncing is the practice of aligning your diet, exercise, work habits, and lifestyle with the natural hormonal fluctuations of your menstrual cycle. Far from restricting you, cycle syncing helps…
April 17, 2024 · 2 min read
8 Natural Supplements to Boost Libido (for both men and women)
Low libido is more common than many people realize, and it affects both men and women. While often dismissed as a normal part of aging, diminished desire is frequently a sign of underlying imbalances…
August 17, 2023 · 2 min read
10 Ways to Reduce Menopause Symptoms
Menopause is a natural biological transition, but its symptoms (hot flashes, sleep disruption, mood changes, weight gain, and cognitive fog) can be significantly disruptive. Here are ten…
January 2, 2020 · 1 min read