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Understanding the Autoimmune Web: Unraveling the Triggers of Autoimmune Conditions
Autoimmune diseases are complex and multifaceted, often leaving those affected searching for answers. The concept of the "Autoimmune Web"...

Tara Peterson
Sep 3, 20243 min read


Alpha-Gal Syndrome: Separating Facts from Myths
Alpha-Gal Syndrome (AGS) is a tick-borne illness that has gained attention in recent years due to its unusual symptoms and widespread...

Tara Peterson
Aug 28, 20243 min read


Do You Have Cortisone Face?
Have you ever noticed unexplained weight gain, particularly in your face and belly? This could be a sign of elevated cortisone levels,...

Tara Peterson
Aug 19, 20243 min read


Plantar Fasciitis Explained: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Plantar fasciitis (PF) is a common foot condition that affects more than 3 million people in the U.S. It is characterized by intense heel...
Tim St. Onge
Aug 7, 20247 min read


Intermittent Fasting: Beneficial or Risky?
Intermittent fasting (IF) has gained popularity as a health and wellness strategy, known for its potential to improve metabolic health,...
Tim St. Onge
Aug 5, 20243 min read


Unlock the Power of Your Fat-Burning Hormones
5 Tips to Optimize Your Fat-Burning Hormones!

Tara Peterson
Jul 29, 20243 min read


Empower Your Menopause Journey: 5 Essential Tips for Optimal Health
Menopause is a natural transition in a woman's life, bringing about significant hormonal changes that can impact overall health and...

Tara Peterson
Jul 11, 20243 min read


Do Artificial Sweeteners Cause Hashimotos?
The popularity of artificial sweeteners has increased over the past couple of decades. It is easy to see why, in our efforts to reduce...

Tara Peterson
Jul 2, 20242 min read


Ten Quick Tips to Improve Digestion and Heal Leaky Gut
Digestive health is foundational to overall well-being, and a compromised digestive system can lead to numerous health issues, including...

Tara Peterson
Jun 26, 20243 min read


Your Journey to Heel Pain Relief Starts Here: Effective Solutions for Plantar Fasciitis
If you have plantar fasciitis, you know how the sharp, stabbing heel pain can feel like a constant fight. Over 3 million Americans deal...
Tim St. Onge
Jun 21, 20243 min read


Reclaim Your Health: Address Blood Sugar Dysregulation and Pre-Diabetes with Functional Medicine
Always being tired even after a full night’s sleep, sudden drops in energy, mood swings, intense cravings for sweets and carbs and an...
Tim St. Onge
Jun 21, 20243 min read


Blood Sugar: The Cornerstone of Health
In the realm of health and wellness, few aspects are as fundamental and impactful as blood sugar regulation. The delicate balance of...
Tim St. Onge
May 6, 20242 min read


The Link Between Environmental Toxins and Thyroid Health: Strategies for Minimizing Exposure
The human endocrine system is delicate and easily influenced by external factors, including environmental toxins. In recent years,...
Tim St. Onge
Apr 30, 20242 min read


Nourishing Your Thyroid: Nutrition Tips for Optimal Function
The thyroid gland plays a crucial role in our overall well-being, regulating metabolism, energy production, and hormone balance. From a...

Tara Peterson
Apr 22, 20242 min read


Understanding TSH Levels: A Functional Medicine Perspective
In traditional medicine, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) levels are often considered the gold standard for evaluating thyroid function....
Tim St. Onge
Apr 2, 20242 min read


Are Weight Loss Drugs The Right Solution For You?
If your fish was sick from swimming in a dirty fish bowl would you treat the fish or change the water? Perhaps you are curious about the...

Tara Peterson
Mar 26, 20243 min read


Achieve Long-Term Hip Pain Relief: Expert Techniques Unveiled
Living with chronic hip pain can be debilitating, affecting every aspect of life, from simple daily tasks to enjoying activities we love....
Tim St. Onge
Mar 26, 20242 min read


Discover the Secret to Lasting Knee Pain Relief: Shockwave Therapy + Chiropractic Care
Living with chronic knee pain can be debilitating, affecting every aspect of your daily life. Whether it's due to injury, arthritis, or...
Tim St. Onge
Mar 8, 20242 min read


"Transform Your Weight Loss Journey: Solutions for Information-Seekers and Deep Divers Alike"
Today we're talking again about weight loss. I like to talk about this a lot because it is one of the top two things that we see in...
Tim St. Onge
Mar 8, 20245 min read


Melting Pounds WITHOUT Melting Down... A Blueprint for Weight Loss
Have You Ever struggled with feeling like you are on the hampster wheel trying to lose weight? Stubborn weight loss and low energy are...
Tim St. Onge
Mar 7, 20242 min read


Alcohol, Hormones, and Gut Health: A Functional Medicine Perspective
Discover how alcohol affects hormone balance, gut health, and metabolism—and why a short break can reveal powerful changes in energy and digestion.


The Truth About Stevia — A Functional Medicine Perspective
Is Stevia a safe alternative to sweeteners or sugar? Sweeteners are everywhere in today’s food supply, and one of the most common questions we hear from patients is: “Is stevia a healthy alternative to sugar?” At Thrive Functional Health, we do support the use of plant-based sweeteners such as stevia, monk fruit, and small amounts of honey , when used intentionally and in moderation. But understanding why we make that recommendation—and how stevia differs from artificial swe


Snapping Hip: A Common and Often Harmless Condition
If you’ve ever felt or heard a snapping sensation in your hip while walking, rising from a chair, or swinging your leg, you may have experienced what’s known as Snapping Hip Syndrome (SHS) . While the noise or feeling can be surprising—and at times annoying—it’s usually a benign and common musculoskeletal phenomenon that affects many people, especially adolescents, dancers, athletes, and those who engage in repetitive leg movements. What Is Snapping Hip Syndrome? Snapping hi
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