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The Therapeutic Power of Thai Massage
Legend has it that the Buddha’s doctor, Shivago Komarpaj, created Thai Massage in ancient India over 2,500 years ago. Today it’s available around the world, including right here in Austin at Alive + Well, and our expert massage therapists want to set the record straight on common questions we receive from our clients.
adaptogens
adrenal support
burnout
cortisol
july 2026
stress
4 min read
Jul 9, 2026
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 burnou...
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Integrative Medicine
6 min read
Jul 7, 2026
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 ...
anti-aging
cellular health
collagen
july 2026
peptides
recovery
4 min read
Jul 7, 2026
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 sc...
electrolytes
energy
hydration
july 2026
july 4th
summer
3 min read
Jul 3, 2026
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...
electrolytes
hydration
june 2026
minerals
summer wellness
4 min read
Jun 30, 2026
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 electrol...
children
immune support
june 2026
kids
probiotics
summer camp
3 min read
Jun 25, 2026
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 ke...
SPF
antioxidants
collagen
june 2026
skin health
summer
3 min read
Jun 23, 2026
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 an...
gut health
immune support
jet lag
june 2026
sleep
travel
3 min read
Jun 19, 2026
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 hel...
father's day
gifts
june 2026
men's health
supplements
3 min read
Jun 19, 2026
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-te...
energy
june 2026
men's health
performance
testosterone
3 min read
Jun 19, 2026
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 th...
4 min read
Nov 14, 2024
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 pe...
4 min read
Nov 7, 2024
Functional Medicine for Hormonal Balance in Austin, TX
Hormonal imbalances affect millions of Americans — yet they're frequently dismissed, misdiagnosed, or inadequately tr...
5 min read
Oct 17, 2024
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-...
4 min read
Oct 3, 2024
Understanding the Key Differences: Integrative Medicine vs. Functional Medicine
Integrative medicine and functional medicine are often used interchangeably, but they represent distinct — though com...
4 min read
Sep 19, 2024
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...
4 min read
Sep 5, 2024
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 prod...
4 min read
Aug 22, 2024
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 u...
13 min read
Aug 15, 2024
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 ra...
4 min read
Aug 8, 2024
Exploring Alternative Treatments for Lyme Disease
Lyme disease, caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi transmitted through tick bites, is the most common vector-...
4 min read
Aug 1, 2024
What's the Fuss with GLP-1?
GLP-1 receptor agonists — including semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro) — have become perhaps th...
4 min read
Jul 25, 2024
All About Iron: Deficiency, Anemia, and Sensitive Groups
Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency worldwide — affecting roughly 2 billion people globally. Ye...
4 min read
Jul 11, 2024
Functional Medicine: Separating Fact from Fiction
Functional medicine has become one of the fastest-growing sectors of healthcare — and with that growth has come both ...
3 min read
Jun 20, 2024
The Truth Behind IV Therapy: Efficacy, Costs, and Common Queries
IV therapy has moved from hospital wards to wellness centers, and with it has come both enthusiasm and skepticism. He...
4 min read
Jun 13, 2024
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 th...
3 min read
Jun 6, 2024
How To Stay Healthy In Dallas
Dallas is a dynamic city with a growing wellness scene. Whether you're a longtime resident or new to the area, there ...
3 min read
May 30, 2024
How To Stay Healthy In Austin
Austin is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, and its health and wellness scene has grown right along w...
3 min read
May 23, 2024
How To Stay Healthy In Boulder
Boulder, Colorado consistently ranks among the healthiest cities in the United States — and for good reason. With a c...
4 min read
May 16, 2024
Unlocking the Power of Glutathione: Maximizing Benefits for Optimal Wellness
Often called the 'master antioxidant,' glutathione is one of the most important molecules in the human body. Yet most...
3 min read
May 9, 2024
Unleashing the Power of Magnesium Supplements: Timing, Effectiveness, and Considerations
Magnesium is one of the most important minerals in the human body, involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions. Yet magn...
3 min read
May 2, 2024
What is Biofilm and Why It's Important
Biofilms are communities of microorganisms that stick to each other and surfaces, forming a protective layer. They're...
3 min read
Apr 25, 2024
Unveiling the Power of Toxin Binders: What Are Toxin Binders?
In our increasingly toxic world, the body's natural detoxification pathways can become overwhelmed. Toxin binders — s...
4 min read
Apr 18, 2024
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 nor...
4 min read
Apr 11, 2024
How To Have Good Bowel Health
Good bowel health is essential for our well-being. It aids in digestion, absorption of nutrients, and elimination of ...
4 min read
Mar 28, 2024
The Power of Sleep: Unlocking Optimal Health and Well-being
Sleep is one of the most powerful — and most undervalued — pillars of health. We live in a culture that glorifies bus...
4 min read
Mar 21, 2024
All of The Benefits of Ozone Therapy You Need To Know
Ozone therapy is one of the most powerful yet underutilized tools in integrative medicine. With a growing body of res...
4 min read
Mar 14, 2024
What To Know About The Gut Microbiome
The gut microbiome — the vast community of trillions of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms living in your dige...
4 min read
Mar 7, 2024
Electrolytes: Health Fad or Real Benefits?
Electrolyte drinks and supplements have exploded in popularity — from gym-goers to office workers to those doing noth...
3 min read
Feb 29, 2024
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 de...
19 min read
Feb 22, 2024
87 Ways to Use Castor Oil
Have you reaped the benefits of castor oil yet?Castor oil is trending in the wellness space for its ability to heal a...
3 min read
Feb 8, 2024
Can Berberine Boost Weight Loss and Lower Blood Sugar?
Berberine has been making headlines as a natural alternative to Metformin, with studies showing impressive effects on...
5 min read
Feb 1, 2024
The Role of Metabolic Health in Sustainable Weight Loss with Functional Nutrition
In the contemporary landscape of weight loss, where fad diets and quick fixes dominate, the often-overlooked aspect o...
3 min read
Jan 25, 2024
The Truth About Collagen and Weight Loss: Myth or Reality?
Collagen supplements have exploded in popularity, with claims ranging from improved skin and joint health to weight l...
4 min read
Jan 18, 2024
Does Collagen Make You Gain Weight: Separating Fact From Fiction
With so many supplements promising dramatic results, it's natural to wonder about potential downsides. A common quest...
4 min read
Jan 11, 2024
Revolutionizing Health: The Transformative Power of EBO2 Intravenous Ozone Therapy
EBO2, or Extracorporeal Blood Oxygenation and Ozonation, is a cutting-edge intravenous ozone therapy that combines bl...
4 min read
Jan 4, 2024
Unmasking Beauty: A Guide to Face Masks for Dry Skin
Face masks have taken the skincare world by storm, promising to deliver concentrated ingredients that hydrate, nouris...
4 min read
Dec 21, 2023
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...
3 min read
Dec 14, 2023
The Ultimate Guide to Face Moisturizers: Choosing the Perfect Fit
Choosing the right face moisturizer can feel overwhelming with so many options on the market. This guide breaks down ...
3 min read
Dec 7, 2023
Unveiling Radiant Skin: The Ultimate Guide to Face Wash
A proper face wash routine is the foundation of healthy skin. Yet with so many cleansers on the market, choosing the ...
4 min read
Nov 30, 2023
Unveiling the Power of Functional Medicine for Weight Loss
Weight loss is rarely as simple as eating less and moving more. For many people, persistent weight struggles are root...
3 min read
Nov 23, 2023
Unlocking the Secrets: How Long Does It Take for Collagen Supplements to Work?
You've started taking collagen supplements and you're wondering: when will I see results? It's a fair question. The a...
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