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Love the Benefits of Green Tea
I’ve always loved the complex flavors of green tea, but until a recent trip to Japan, did not understand the variety this one tree can produce.

Gretchen Gruender MS, RDN, CSO
Nov 134 min read


Struggling to Sleep in Perimenopause: Here’s Why it’s Time to Make it a Priority and Where to Start
Most of us can push through the occasional short night, but chronic sleep loss takes a real toll. The recommendation for adults is 7-9 hours of sleep. So, while it is true that not everyone needs “8” hours of sleep, it is also true that we truly don’t actually function well on “6” hours of sleep for prolonged periods of time. Chronic under-sleeping can disrupt our memory, mood, metabolism and even impact brain function.

Heather Brummer, MS, LAc, CN
Oct 83 min read


Stress and Metabolism
As we age, the way our bodies respond to stress changes—especially for women in perimenopause and menopause. What once built resilience can start to backfire, affecting metabolism, weight, and overall health. Learn why finding the right balance of challenge and rest is key, and how small adjustments to diet and exercise can make a big difference.

Heather Brummer, MS, LAc, CN
Jun 302 min read


Setting Resolutions for Sustainable Weight Loss
Sustainable weight loss isn’t just about calories—it’s about hormones, metabolism, and smart strategies that work long-term.

Heather Brummer, MS, LAc, CN
Mar 43 min read


Managing Holiday Stress with Self-Care
Learn how to manage holiday stress with self-care strategies that focus on mindful eating and nutrient-dense foods.

Amy Riggs
Jan 155 min read


Thoughtful Gifts for Caregivers: Supporting the People Who Care for Us Year-Round
Living with a chronic disease often means leaning on someone special for care and support—whether it’s a spouse, partner, parent, adult...

Gretchen Gruender MS, RDN, CSO
Dec 20, 20242 min read


What is Insulin Resistance and How Can You Manage It?
Learn what insulin resistance is, how it develops, and simple ways to improve sensitivity through diet. #InsulinResistance

Heather Brummer, MS, LAc, CN
Nov 23, 20244 min read


Postbiotic benefits: Don’t shortchange the importance of short-chain fatty acids
Postbiotics, including SCFAs, strengthen the gut lining, support digestive health, and may impact brain, heart, and metabolic function.

Amy Riggs
Sep 20, 20244 min read


Insulin Resistance - A Central Focus of PCOS Management
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a condition that affects hormones, yet among all of the hormone imbalances insulin resistance is...

Heather Brummer, MS, LAc, CN
Aug 28, 20242 min read


Nutrition's Role in PCOS Management
The goals in addressing PCOS are to normalize monthly hormone cycles, reduce painful ovulation and/or menses, reduce acne...

Heather Brummer, MS, LAc, CN
Aug 13, 20244 min read


Getting Familiar with Fiber: The Critical Role It Plays in a Healthy Diet
Fiber is an essential nutrition topic for the beginning of any discussion about digestive health. A high fiber diet helps maintain normal...

Gretchen Gruender MS, RDN, CSO
Jul 16, 20243 min read


Trust Your Gut: The Importance of Digestive Health for Overall Well-Being (Probiotics)
Nutrition extends far beyond what you eat, and this month, let’s dive into a key player: the gastrointestinal tract. The role of the gut...

Gretchen Gruender MS, RDN, CSO
Jul 11, 20243 min read


Learn with Us | Integrating Nutrition
As a group of three providers, Integrating Nutrition now has a broad range of specialties owing to years of training and experience.

Gretchen Gruender MS, RDN, CSO
Jun 4, 20243 min read
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