Alcohol is always a tricky topic; on one hand, we have studies telling us wine is great for the heart and women that drink wine daily have lower BMI’s than those who abstain. On the other, even 1 drink weekly is associated with an increased risk of developing certain types of cancer. This happens because […]

So, you’re taking your probiotics, avoiding seed oils + pesticides, using all natural deodorant and minding your daily protein intake but still injecting neurotoxins into your skin every 3 – 6 months? Let’s make 2025 the year of realignment when it comes to our health and beauty choices. Cosmetic acupuncture offers a more holistic option […]

Iron deficiency is the most prevalent nutritional deficiency of pregnancy affecting around 40% of women. It is also a common cause of fatigue, brain fog, hair loss and insomnia, all of which are already common symptoms of pregnancy and postpartum. Unfortunately we tend to normalize symptoms as ‘oh that’s just pregnancy’, yet an iron deficiency […]

If you’re having a baby this spring your timing could not be better! Our CMO Dr. Sarah is welcoming her first this May (virtual visits through Replete will continue all summer, no worries) so you’re about to be hit with a ton of awesome birthing, pregnancy and baby content; starting with acupressure for an easier […]

Your vagina deserves better than toxic tampons, read on for some healthier alternatives; 2024 is officially the year of vaginal health; Your vagina is lined with a ton of blood vessels and is highly permeable, meaning that anything that touches the inside of your vagina will have a high absorption rate directly into your blood […]

Miscarriages are, unfortunately, extremely common these days. It’s estimated 1/3 women experience miscarriage, though the number could be up to 50 percent. Miscarriage can be triggered by many different things and while the ‘reason’ behind a miscarriage may not always be possible this post is meant to serve as a general overview of the most […]

Great hormonal health begins with the foods you’re putting in your body, so we naturally spend a good portion of time during initial consults discussing our patient’s daily food choices. All too often our new patients with PCOS, infertility, weight gain, etc. proudly exclaim that they’re already doing a great job with their diet since […]

Our bodies need a good seasonal cleaning just as much as our homes do! While your system is designed to detox efficiently on it’s own, most of us are not well equipped to deal with the onslaught of chemicals and toxins that we’re exposed to on a daily basis. ‘Toxins’ (aka heavy metals, pesticides, medications, […]

Real talk; more than a few of us have gotten into some pretty suspect habits when it comes to alcohol over the past 3 years. The stress + boredom created during the pandemic resulted in a reliance on a cocktail or glass of wine to calm the nerves & alleviate ennui. After the government basically […]

FYI, beauties; collagen comprises almost 30% of the total protein content in the human body and it is the major structural component of skin, hair, nails, joints and bones. An abundance of well-designed research shows that these tissues can be maintained or improved through supplementation, however, not all collagen supplements are created equal. There are […]