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Dr. Alison Lechner

Functional Medicine Doctor

01/12/2026

Feeling off lately? Start here ↓
Comment PERI for our free Perimenopause Empowered Guide

If this sounds familiar, you’re not being dramatic - and you’re definitely not broken.

🚩Waking up drenched in sweat.
🚩Staring at the ceiling at 2am.
🚩Getting pushed over the edge by things that never used to bother you.
🚩Feeling so irritable you don’t even like yourself.

This is often how perimenopause shows up - long before anyone uses that word.

You don’t need to “wait it out” or push through until you’re miserable.

✨Hormone therapy can be a powerful tool when it’s used thoughtfully and at the right time - especially when it’s part of a bigger plan that supports sleep, mood, metabolism, and quality of life.

👇And when symptoms feel layered or overwhelming, deeper support matters. Having someone help you understand your options, personalize care, and guide next steps can make all the difference.

If you’re ready for that level of support, you can book a free discovery call through the link in our bio or comment SUPPORT.

01/08/2026

You deserve answers that explain what you’ve been feeling - and a plan that actually helps you feel better.

These stories are real patients who finally found clarity after years of searching.

If you’re ready for that kind of support, comment READY and we’ll send you a link to book a free discovery call.

01/02/2026

Peptides are powerful tools - when they’re used intentionally and clinically.

They’re not stand-alone solutions, and they’re not meant to replace foundational work. In our practice, peptides are always part of a much bigger picture focused on restoring function and improving long-term health.

If you’re considering peptides and want guidance on whether they’re appropriate for you, comment HEAL and we’ll send you the link to book a free discovery call.

12/28/2025

Generic metabolism advice assumes everyone works the same way.

Your body doesn’t.

✨At Shine, every package includes PNOĒ testing - paired with expert interpretation - so nutrition, movement, and recovery recommendations are actually personalized.

Rachel, our functional nutritionist, is exceptionally skilled at decoding this data and translating it into actionable changes our patients can follow.

➡️If you want to understand what your metabolism needs, comment PNOE and we’ll send you the link to book a free discovery call.

12/24/2025

Merry Christmas and happy holidays 🤍

Wishing you a peaceful holiday season. We’re grateful for this community and looking forward to the year ahead.

12/23/2025

Peptides are often talked about as a single solution - but they’re actually tools that support how the body communicates, repairs, and adapts.

How effective they are depends entirely on context:

➡️labs, physiology, symptoms, and goals.

In our practice, peptides are never used in isolation or as a shortcut.

They’re layered into care thoughtfully, once we understand the full picture. This approach is what makes peptides so successful in our practice.

If you’re peptide-curious and want a thoughtful, clinical approach, this is what we do.

❔What questions do you have about peptides? Comment them below.

12/05/2025

The last month of our Finish Strong 2025 challenge is here… and I’ll be honest: this is the part where it gets hard.

The mornings are dark and cold. Work is intense. My schedule is full. And staying consistent takes a different kind of discipline than it did earlier in the fall.

Here’s what I’m leaning on right now:

✨Discipline over comfort. I don’t want to lose the progress I’ve made because my bed is warm and cozy. I know how I want to feel in January — and that keeps me moving.

✨Prioritizing instead of pushing. I always overestimate what I can get done and then feel awful about it. My planner has been my lifeline: the important things get done first, and easy tasks wait for low-energy moments.

✨Protecting my sleep. It’s the foundation that holds everything else together.

✨Supporting my immune system. I’m doing TriImmune shots weekly — the last thing I want is to get sick right now.

✨Holiday eating with intention. I enjoy the holiday meals fully, but I don’t let it spill into the whole month. For me, it’s a slippery slope, so discipline helps keep me anchored.

✨Spiritual quiet time. This season is beautiful, but it can also be chaotic. Reflecting on the reality of the Christmas story — a young woman facing uncertainty with grace — puts everything in perspective.

If you’re struggling to stay consistent right now… same.

This is where the work really happens - not in perfection, but in staying connected to who we want to be in January.

➡️Tell me - what’s one thing helping you stay consistent this month?

12/02/2025

If your gut has felt unpredictable lately - reacting to foods that never used to bother you - it’s not random.

❗️And it’s not “just IBS.”

When the gut is overwhelmed, stressed, or under-resourced, its tolerance drops.

That’s when everything starts to feel like a trigger.

✨But here’s the reframe:

These symptoms aren’t failures.

They’re information that helps us understand what the gut needs so it can actually heal and rebuild resilience again.

If you’ve been feeling confused or frustrated by your gut, you’re not alone.

➡️Drop your question in the comments - I’ll answer some of them in a follow-up post next week.

Address

135 N Arlington Heights Road # 152
Arlington Heights, IL
60089

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	11am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 12pm

Website

https://shinefunctionalhealth.com/

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