Five Signs You Have Healthy Detoxification

Most people don’t realize that our bodies are busy processing and eliminating toxins all day, every day. We feel healthy when our detox pathways are keeping pace with those toxins and are not overburdened.

How do you know if you have healthy detoxification? Start with these five signs…

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Energy, Heart Health, brain health, Mitochondria Carin Nielsen, MD Energy, Heart Health, brain health, Mitochondria Carin Nielsen, MD

Mitochondria - What They Are and Why You Should Care

Have you ever found yourself battling unexplained bouts of fatigue, energy dips throughout the day, or an overall sense of exhaustion? You're certainly not alone. While there can be myriad reasons behind feeling low on energy, one critical aspect we shouldn't overlook is the health of our MITOCHONDRIA.

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Supplements, Heart Health, Energy, Mitochondria Carin Nielsen, MD Supplements, Heart Health, Energy, Mitochondria Carin Nielsen, MD

Spotlight on CoQ10

CoQ10 is a nutrient that supports mitochondrial function for cellular energy production and also acts as an antioxidant. It can be synthesized in the body, but its production declines with age.

Other reasons that CoQ10 levels can decline in the body include an increased demand in certain tissues, other nutritional deficiencies, or the use of statin medications (common medications for cholesterol levels).

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Foods & Supplements to Support Low Mood

Foods can have a powerful effect on your mood - both good and bad. Some people grab foods they *think* make them feel good (ice cream anyone?) but end up feeling worse once the sugar rush wears off. Next time, think about reaching for science-backed foods to improve your mood and supplements for natural mood support.

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Integrative and Functional Medicine, Mood, Energy Carin Nielsen, MD Integrative and Functional Medicine, Mood, Energy Carin Nielsen, MD

5 Root Causes of Low Mood

I have been practicing in Northern Michigan for over 20 years, and year after year, I see two waves of seasonal mood changes in my patients and friends: November and February.

Many begin to feel the symptoms of seasonal mood changes in November when the days become darker and shorter. Fatigue and lack of motivation are common complaints in November when we are digging out our light boxes and preparing for the winter ahead.

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