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Dr Cobi

Natural Wellness Clinic Dr Cobi's clinic offers comprehensive lab testing, PEMF therapy and low intensity laser therapy.

Dr Cobi specializes in the natural treatment of hormone imbalances, weight loss, allergies, immune health, skin conditions, digestive conditions and arthritis.

11/23/2025

11/21/2025

The earlier you address hormone imbalance, the easier your body responds—and the better you feel now AND in menopause.

Here’s what women notice when they don’t wait:
✨ Sharper Brain & Better Mood
Balanced estrogen + progesterone = stronger serotonin + dopamine → better focus, fewer emotional dips, calmer nervous system.

✨ Easier Weight Management
Stable hormones = better insulin sensitivity → reduced belly fat, fewer cravings, less inflammation.

✨ Heart & Bone Protection
Estrogen matters long before menopause to keep cholesterol, vessels, and bone density strong.

✨ Deeper Sleep & More Energy
Progesterone + cortisol balance improves sleep architecture, recovery, and your ability to handle stress.

✨ A Smoother Menopause Transition
Women who start early have fewer hot flashes, fewer night sweats, and dramatically more stable mood.

💡 Most women don’t realize…
• Your gut dictates how well you metabolize estrogen
• Inflammation silently disrupts hormone signaling
• Your daily habits can turn helpful genes on and unhelpful ones off
This is where a personalized functional approach changes everything.

🌿 **Ready to finally get answers?
Book a Complimentary Hormone Discovery Call.**
Meet our new Functional Medicine Practitioner,
✨ Marla Samuel, DNM, MSc, RNT, CFMP, DipHom ✨
and get a personalized roadmap to your hormone, gut, and metabolic health.
👉 Book your free call and start your plan today: https://essentialhealth.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/9/treatment/35
Your future self will thank you. 💛

11/19/2025

Arugula Salad with Salmon

Here's a meal rich in omega-3s!

In women with PCOS, studies show that omega‑3 fatty acid supplementation significantly improves metrics like insulin resistance, triglycerides, total cholesterol, and inflammatory markers — when sustained for at least eight weeks. Data also confirms an inverse association between dietary omega‑3 and body fat.

Servings: 4

1 1/2 lbs Salmon Fillets
1/2 tsp Sea Salt
1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/4 cup Lemon Juice
8 cups Arugula
1 Cucumber (sliced)
2 Avocados (sliced)
4 Figs (optional, quartered)

1. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Season the salmon with salt, then add it to the pan skin-side down, cooking for about 4 to 5 minutes. Flip and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes, until the flesh is opaque throughout.
2. In a small bowl, mix the oil and lemon juice together.
3. Add the arugula to a plate and top with the cucumber, avocado and fig, if using.
4. Drizzle the dressing over top and place the salmon on top. Enjoy!

11/18/2025

Frozen shoulder is most common in women between 40–60, with a notable spike during perimenopause and menopause. It’s also more likely in women with:

• Thyroid disease (hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s are strongly linked)
• Metabolic issues such as diabetes or prediabetes
• A history of autoimmune conditions or systemic inflammation
• Previous shoulder injury or surgery

The hormonal shifts of menopause set the stage:
• Low estrogen → collagen stiffening, loss of lubrication, greater fibrosis
• Low progesterone → unchecked inflammatory signaling
• Cortisol dysregulation → poor stress recovery and impaired tissue repair
• Thyroid dysfunction → slower metabolism of connective tissue, impaired healing

👉 Together, this environment creates the “perfect storm” for adhesive capsulitis.

Frozen shoulder during menopause is not “just bad luck”—it’s a reflection of deeper hormonal and metabolic changes. When we look beneath the surface and address estrogen, progesterone, thyroid, and inflammatory balance, healing accelerates and recurrence risk decreases.

With the right combination of testing, hormone balancing, targeted nutrition, supplements, and supportive therapies like low-intensity laser, recovery can be not only faster, but more complete.

11/16/2025

11/15/2025

Frozen shoulder—also known as adhesive capsulitis—isn’t just a random orthopedic issue. For many women, it appears right in the thick of the menopausal transition, and that’s not a coincidence. Understanding why it happens, how hormones are involved, and what you can do about it can make the difference between months of pain and stiffness—or a smoother recovery.

Frozen shoulder develops when the capsule surrounding the shoulder joint—the fibrous connective tissue that helps stabilize the ball-and-socket joint—becomes inflamed, thickened, and eventually scarred. This progressive fibrosis “glues” the joint capsule together, making movement painful and limited.

During menopause, declining estrogen and progesterone levels affect tissue health in several ways:

👉 Estrogen normally promotes collagen remodeling and synovial fluid production. Without it, tendons and ligaments stiffen, joint lubrication decreases, and micro-injuries heal poorly.
👉 Progesterone has anti-inflammatory actions. Its decline makes tissues more susceptible to chronic, low-grade inflammation.
👉 Loss of hormonal balance tips immune function. Mast cell activation and pro-inflammatory cytokines (like IL-6 and TNF-α) increase, driving the fibroblastic changes that stiffen the capsule.
👉 Insulin resistance and thyroid dysfunction (both more common at midlife) add another layer, impairing connective tissue metabolism and repair.

11/13/2025

Navigating hormonal changes in perimenopause and menopause can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. With the right guidance, smart lifestyle tweaks, and a nutrition plan tailored to your needs, you can restore balance, boost your energy, and support a healthy weight.

Ready to get to the root of your symptoms and feel like yourself again? I have helped women balance their hormones and heal naturally and have seen over 10, 000 people transformed.

Start your personalized journey to hormonal wellness. Book your assessment today – link in bio!

11/11/2025

Unlock optimum health at any age!

Our hormones play a crucial role in how we feel, how we age, and how our bodies function day to day. Because these chemical messengers are so interconnected, even small imbalances can have ripple effects throughout your entire system.

There’s no ‘one-size-fits-all’ hormone solution. Every individual has a unique set of genetics, lifestyle factors, and health history that shapes their hormone profile. This is why personalized evaluation is key to achieving real balance and lasting well-bei

Curious about how your hormones may be impacting your energy, mood, or metabolism? Comprehensive testing is a powerful first step toward understanding your body and making confident decisions for your health.

Ready to take charge and reclaim your vitality? Schedule a personalized consultation today—use the link in my bio.

11/08/2025

If you’ve ever felt frustrated by symptoms that just won’t go away—no matter how healthy you eat, how many supplements you try, or how many doctors you see—you are not alone. I can’t tell you how many times patients have come to me after years of searching, only to discover that the missing piece was this: the root cause had never been identified.

Our bodies are brilliantly designed to heal, repair, and thrive well into our later years. When symptoms appear—whether it’s fatigue, skin flare-ups, digestive issues, or hormonal changes—they aren’t random. They are signals. Gentle (and sometimes not-so-gentle) nudges from your body that something is out of balance and needs attention. And here’s the hopeful part: when you uncover the true root cause, the path to healing becomes not only possible, but transformative.

👉 Why the Root Cause Matters

Many people start their health journey with lifestyle changes, which are absolutely foundational. Clean eating, movement, stress management, and restorative sleep are milestones that set the stage for healing. But if you’ve already put in the work and symptoms persist, it’s time to look deeper.

This is where functional medicine testing becomes such a powerful tool. These advanced, non-invasive tests shine a light on areas that are often overlooked in conventional care—giving us a detailed map of your hormones, gut health, metabolism, nutrients, toxins, and more. Instead of guessing, we can test. And from that knowledge, a personalized, effective healing plan emerges.

I'd love to work with you!

11/04/2025

Top 5 Functional Medicine Tests I Recommend Most
(There are many valuable tests out there, but these are the ones I’ve seen consistently change lives—my patients’ and my own.)

1. Complete Hormone Panel
Hormones are your body’s messengers. Imbalances can affect every system. This test looks at estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEAS, cortisol, and thyroid markers (TSH, Free T3/T4, TPO, etc.).
Helpful for: PMS, fertility struggles, menopause symptoms, thyroid issues, weight gain, mood swings, acne, PCOS, migraines, insomnia.

2. Comprehensive Food Sensitivity Panel
Food can heal—or harm. This test screens 250 foods to uncover hidden sensitivities that drive inflammation and symptoms.
Helpful for: Digestive issues, headaches, skin conditions (eczema, acne), joint pain, fluid retention, inflammation, mood swings, unexplained weight gain.

3. Organic Acids Test ("The Everything Test")
One of the most comprehensive tests available. It checks for gut infections, mold, candida, oxalates, mitochondrial function, neurotransmitters, detox, and nutrient levels.
Helpful for: Chronic fatigue, GI distress, mold/candida, blood sugar issues, toxic exposure, brain fog, pain, and chronic illness.

4. GI-MAP Digestive Test
Your gut is central to your health. This test evaluates your microbiome, pathogens (parasites, H. pylori, etc.), inflammation, immune markers, and leaky gut.
Helpful for: IBS, bloating, reflux, skin flare-ups, autoimmune issues, mood disorders, constipation, stubborn weight, diabetes.

5. Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA)
Minerals fuel energy, metabolism, and mood. HTMA identifies imbalances and heavy metal toxicity—often the root of lingering symptoms.
Helpful for: Fatigue, mood swings, long-standing illness, or when healing seems stuck.

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Monday	9am - 4pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm
Friday	9am - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 1pm

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Dr Cobi specializes in the root cause solutions and natural treatment of hormone imbalances, weight loss, allergies, immune health, skin conditions, digestive conditions and autoimmune conditions. Dr Cobi's clinic offers comprehensive lab testing low intensity laser therapy, PEMF therapy, nutritional consulting, weight loss programs, hormone programs and much more!