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.
Gut Health 101: Why Your Microbiome Affects Everything
Your gut microbiome does far more than digest your food. It regulates your immune system, influences your mood, affects your hormones, and plays a central role in virtually every chronic health condition. Here is what you need to know about gut health and how we test and support it at Alive and Well.
October 20, 2026 · 4 min read
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
Fall Longevity: What Your Future Self Will Thank You For
Longevity isn't a destination. It's the result of decisions made years earlier. Here's what the current research says about the supplements that actually move the needle on healthy aging.
October 9, 2026 · 2 min read
Creatine Isn't Just for Athletes. Here's What It Does for Everyone.
Creatine has more clinical research behind it than almost any supplement in existence. Most people think it's just for gym gains. Here's what it actually does, and why it's one of the most underutilized supplements for brain health and aging.
October 9, 2026 · 2 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
What to Expect at Your First Functional Medicine Appointment at Alive and Well
For many people, booking a functional medicine appointment at a new clinic comes with a lot of questions and a little uncertainty. Here is an honest, step-by-step guide to exactly what happens at your first visit to Alive and Well, so you can arrive prepared and confident.
September 29, 2026 · 4 min read
Functional Medicine vs. Conventional Medicine: What's Actually Different?
Functional medicine and conventional medicine share the same goal: your health. But they ask fundamentally different questions to get there. Understanding the distinction can help you find the care that actually addresses the root of how you feel.
September 22, 2026 · 4 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
The Executive Health Screen: The Most Comprehensive Checkup You Can Get
The Alive and Well Executive Health Screen is the most thorough health evaluation available in Austin. Covering 11 major health systems and combining advanced labs with clinical consultation, it gives high-performing individuals a complete picture of their health and a clear roadmap forward.
September 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Earlier Alarms, Packed Schedules. Protect Your Sleep.
The back-to-school schedule shift is one of the most significant sleep disruptions of the year. Here's how to reset your sleep architecture and protect your most important recovery window.
September 3, 2026 · 2 min read
Get Ahead of Cold and Flu Season Before It Arrives
Cold and flu season peaks October through February. The best time to build your immune defenses is September, before the first wave hits. Here's the proactive protocol.
September 3, 2026 · 2 min read
GLP-1 Medications at a Compounding Pharmacy: What Patients Actually Need to Know
Compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide have helped millions of patients access affordable GLP-1 therapy. But not all compounding pharmacies are equal, and the regulatory environment has changed. Here is what patients need to know to make safe, informed decisions about GLP-1 therapy at a compounding pharmacy.
August 25, 2026 · 3 min read