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Mar 18, 2020
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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.
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Compounding Pharmacy
Dallas TX
Educational
Pharmacy
Weight Management
7 min read
Jul 28, 2026
Compounding Pharmacy in 2026: What's Changed, What's Available, and What You Need to Know
The FDA's 2026 regulatory actions around GLP-1 compounding have created confusion for patients who rely on compounded...
DHA
EPA
fish oil
heart health
inflammation
july 2026
omega-3
4 min read
Jul 21, 2026
The One Supplement Most People Are Getting Wrong: A Guide to Omega-3s
EPA and DHA are essential fatty acids your body can't make. Most people aren't getting enough — and the fish oil they...
Austin TX
Biomarker Testing
Dallas TX
Educational
Functional Medicine
Lab Testing
Personalized Medicine
7 min read
Jul 21, 2026
Why We Test Before We Treat: Advanced Biomarker Testing at Alive and Well
At Alive and Well, we believe better data leads to better outcomes. Our advanced biomarker testing goes far beyond a ...
Anti-Aging
Austin TX
Biostimulators
Fillers
Pharmacy
Regenerative Aesthetics
Trend + Conversion
Weight Management
7 min read
Jul 14, 2026
GLP-1 Face: What Rapid Weight Loss Does to Your Skin (and How to Fix It)
GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide are transforming how people lose weight. But rapid fat loss can le...
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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Brand + Vision
Dallas TX
Educational
Functional Medicine
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
Mar 31, 2025
Functional Medicine for Hormonal Balance in Austin, TX
Hormonal imbalances affect millions of Americans — yet they're frequently dismissed, misdiagnosed, or inadequately tr...
4 min read
Oct 3, 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...
5 min read
Sep 19, 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
Sep 5, 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
Aug 28, 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...
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 9, 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
Jul 16, 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...
4 min read
Jun 27, 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
Jun 20, 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
Jun 12, 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...
4 min read
Jun 12, 2024
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...
4 min read
Jun 6, 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...
3 min read
Jun 6, 2024
Functional Lab Testing: The Science Behind Personalized Health Insights
Standard blood panels tell you if something is obviously wrong. Functional lab testing tells you how well your body i...
4 min read
Jun 5, 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...
4 min read
May 20, 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
May 17, 2024
Compounding Pharmacies: A Deep Dive into Personalized Medicine
In an era of one-size-fits-all medicine, compounding pharmacies offer something different: personalized medication ta...
4 min read
May 15, 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
May 10, 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
May 8, 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...
3 min read
May 7, 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 2, 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...
3 min read
Apr 25, 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...
4 min read
Apr 19, 2024
How Hormones Impact Libido
Libido is not just a matter of psychology or relationship dynamics — it's deeply rooted in hormonal biology. Understa...
4 min read
Apr 17, 2024
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 f...
3 min read
Apr 10, 2024
The Impact of Glucose and Chronic Inflammation on Weight Loss
If you've struggled with weight loss despite doing 'everything right,' glucose dysregulation and chronic inflammation...
3 min read
Apr 1, 2024
Our Newest Location is Now Open: Boulder, CO
We are thrilled to announce that Alive and Well has opened its doors in Boulder, Colorado — bringing our signature in...
4 min read
Feb 27, 2024
6 Ways to Improve Your Healthspan
Lifespan is how long you live. Healthspan is how long you live well — with energy, cognitive clarity, physical functi...
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
Jan 19, 2024
Cold and Flu Guide: Be Prepared with a Sick Bin
Cold and flu season doesn't have to catch you off guard. Being prepared with the right natural remedies and supplemen...
3 min read
Jan 16, 2024
Unveiling the Truth: Is Jane Iredale Clean?
Clean beauty is no longer just a trend — it's a movement reshaping the cosmetics industry. Among the brands often dis...
3 min read
Jan 14, 2024
Colon Hydrotherapy: A Comprehensive Guide
Colon hydrotherapy — also known as colonic irrigation or colonics — is a procedure designed to cleanse the large inte...
3 min read
Jan 1, 2024
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
Dec 19, 2023
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...
3 min read
Dec 15, 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 ...
4 min read
Dec 12, 2023
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...
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