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Ann Shippy MD, 6836 Bee Cave Road # 114, Austin, TX (2025)

11/08/2025

You’ve put so much love and intention into building your relationship. You poured energy into planning your wedding and creating a beautiful life together.

If you’re thinking about starting a family, shouldn’t preparing your bodies for conception get the same energy and attention?❤️

Our children are facing more chronic illnesses, allergies, and developmental challenges than ever before, and the root causes often begin before they’re even conceived.‼️

👉That’s why I wrote The Preconception Revolution, to give you the science-backed tools to change this trajectory for your family.

After 20+ years of helping couples in my functional medicine practice, I’ve seen how powerful preconception preparation can be. I’ve watched women who were told they’d never conceive naturally have healthy babies.🥰

Inside, you’ll learn:

✅ How your lifestyle choices literally influence which genes get “turned on” in your baby (this is epigenetics, and it’s incredible)

✅ The everyday toxins sabotaging fertility and your future babies health and how to avoid them.

✅ Why your mitochondrial health is the key to your baby’s lifelong wellness (this is where everything starts)

✅ Step-by-step protocols for both partners, because healthy babies start with healthy parents

This book is your preconception guide. It will help you feel empowered, informed, and confident as you prepare for your future family.

👉Your baby’s health story begins months before conception. The choices you make today literally become their blueprint for life❣️

👉 Comment BOOK and I’ll send you the link to pre-order The Preconception Revolution.

And if you pre-order by Nov. 18th (book release date), you’ll receive exclusive bonuses, including a live Q&A with me on December 16th, where you can ask your most pressing questions.

This book is my gift to you and your future child.

Dr. Ann

11/06/2025

You may be eating healthy, but if you’re eating the same healthy foods every day, it could be causing problems in your gut and others areas of your health.

Your body thrives on diversity, not repetition.

When you eat the same foods day after day, it can strain your digestion, stress your detox pathways, and even fuel inflammation.

Over time, repetitive eating can:

👉 Disrupt your gut microbiome
👉 Trigger food intolerances and sensitivities
👉 Lead to fatigue, brain fog, or mood changes

Contribute to issues like histamine overload or kidney stones from high-oxalate foods.

Even “healthy” foods, like spinach, kale, almonds, avocado, or fermented foods, can become problematic if your body isn’t clearing them efficiently.

See the slides above for signs that you may have a food intolerance, plus solutions to support healing and prevention.

And if you think your symptoms might be related to high histamine or high oxalate foods, comment “Guide” below, and I’ll send you the link to download my free Histamine and Oxalate Guide to help you get started.

Dr. Ann

11/04/2025

If you’re among the millions of couples struggling with infertility, you’re not alone. But there IS hope for you to have a successful pregnancy and baby.

I’m joining Dr. Mariza Snyder’s Podcast, Energized, where she offers valuable health insight geared toward women– to unpack the growing fertility crisis, and more importantly, what you can do to turn things around.

We’re sharing how the functional medicine approach can help you naturally boost fertility and have a healthier pregnancy.

Plus, we dive into how the choices you make during preconception and pregnancy can alter the epigenetics of your baby for their lifelong health. 🥰

Taking time to optimize your health with simple strategies before conceiving can make all the difference for you AND your baby.

To learn how, comment MARIZA and I’ll send you the link to listen to the full interview.

Dr. Ann

🎙️Tune in here to learn how! → https://drmariza.com/episode69

11/03/2025

Autoimmune diseases are now among the most common chronic illnesses, ranking third after heart disease and cancer.

They’re especially common in women, who make up nearly 80% of autoimmune patients.

There are over 100 autoimmune conditions, from Hashimoto’s and rheumatoid arthritis to lupus, psoriasis, and multiple sclerosis, all rooted in chronic inflammation and immune imbalance.

And often, this process begins years before diagnosis as mild or unexplained symptoms.

Why are so many people suffering from autoimmunity?

Our modern world has created the perfect storm for immune dysfunction. And while autoimmunity may appear differently from person to person, there are some similarities in what drives it.

First, there is often a genetic predisposition to autoimmune disease, but it’s the environment that pulls the trigger. Epigenetics, or gene expression, is a modifiable aspect of our health.

Triggers include:

👉 Gluten and other food sensitivities
👉 Mercury and other heavy metals
👉 Environmental toxins (including toxic mold)
👉 Stress
👉 Hormone imbalances
👉 Pathogenic infections
👉 Microbiome imbalances, dysbiosis

The key is identifying and removing immune triggers, restoring gut and microbiome health, reducing inflammation naturally, and rebuilding nutrient and lifestyle foundations.

See the slides 👆 to learn about functional medicine testing, potential early signs of an autoimmune condition, and core strategies to help address.

While many are told that autoimmune disease is a lifelong chronic disease, this is not the case‼️

The disease process can often be slowed, halted, or even reversed by taking a root-cause Functional Medicine approach. 🥰

Optimizing your diet is one of the most powerful first steps.👏

A Paleo, grain-free diet can be very therapeutic for autoimmunity, helping to lower inflammation, heal the gut, and rebalance the immune system.

Comment AIP below and I’ll send you my Paleo Autoimmune Diet Guide.

Dr. Ann

10/31/2025

Most of the time, our cells are on autopilot. They grow, divide, perform their function, and when their job is done, clear out.

But some cells get “stuck” in a dysfunctional state called cellular senescence — often nicknamed “zombie cells.”

These cells aren’t dead… but they’re not fully alive either.

They float around like the walking dead, 💀 releasing toxic inflammatory compounds that can infect other cells, disrupt your mitochondria, and accelerate aging.

As you age, your body can become less efficient at clearing these senescent cells, so they accumulate and contribute to chronic inflammation, tissue breakdown, and age-related diseases.

But you can absolutely take steps to prevent this from happening!

Ongoing research continues to uncover how lifestyle factors, like regular exercise, low-sugar diets, better sleep, and a strong immune system, help keep these “walking dead” cells in check.

See the slides above 👆 for strategies, and comment “NAD” and I’ll send you the link to one of the most powerful antioxidant supplements to support your cellular health.👏

Dr. Ann

10/29/2025

Cold and flu season is here… again. 🦠

This is your reminder to strengthen your body’s defenses before symptoms hit.💪

Your immune system depends on key nutrients to function at its best, and most of us simply don’t get enough from our diets alone.

See the slides 👆for 12 key immune-support supplements to help fill nutritional gaps and boost your immune system.

Even with supplements, your everyday habits are what truly build resilience:

✅ Check your Vitamin D levels. Vitamin D can become deficient in winter due to limited sun exposure.

👉 Fuel your immune cells. Eat nutrient-dense, whole foods Organic fruits and vegetables, grass-fed protein, healthy fats, and colorful antioxidants to feed your mitochondria and immune function.

👏 Cut inflammation triggers. Sugar, alcohol, and processed foods are inflammatory and increase oxidative stress.

😴 Prioritize restorative sleep. During deep sleep, your immune system releases cytokines that regulate inflammation and repair tissue.

🧘 Manage stress daily. Chronic stress raises cortisol, which can suppress antibody production. Meditation, and time in nature can help restore balance.

🏃🏃‍♀️Move your body. Moderate exercise boosts circulation, lymphatic flow, and detoxification, all essential for immune health.

👉 Support detoxification with Infrared saunas, detox baths, and staying hydrated.

👉 Reduce everyday toxins. Eliminate plastic containers, filter your air and water, and choose clean personal care products.

Your immune system thrives when your body is nourished, rested, and supported. Building your nutrient reserves now can help you stay healthy now and in the coming months. 🥰

Comment “SHOP” and I’ll send you the link to all my Immune Protect Kit .❤️

Dr. Ann

10/29/2025

Cold and flu season is here… again. 🦠

This is your reminder to strengthen your body’s defenses before symptoms hit.💪

Your immune system depends on key nutrients to function at its best, and most of us simply don’t get enough from our diets alone.

See the slides 👆for 12 key immune-support supplements to help fill nutritional gaps and boost your immune system.

Even with supplements, your everyday habits are what truly build resilience:

✅ Check your Vitamin D levels. Vitamin D can become deficient in winter due to limited sun exposure.

👉 Fuel your immune cells. Eat nutrient-dense, whole foods Organic fruits and vegetables, grass-fed protein, healthy fats, and colorful antioxidants to feed your mitochondria and immune function.

👏 Cut inflammation triggers. Sugar, alcohol, and processed foods are inflammatory and increase oxidative stress.

😴 Prioritize restorative sleep. During deep sleep, your immune system releases cytokines that regulate inflammation and repair tissue.

🧘 Manage stress daily. Chronic stress raises cortisol, which can suppress antibody production. Meditation, and time in nature can help restore balance.

🏃🏃‍♀️Move your body. Moderate exercise boosts circulation, lymphatic flow, and detoxification, all essential for immune health.

👉 Support detoxification with Infrared saunas, detox baths, and staying hydrated.

👉 Reduce everyday toxins. Eliminate plastic containers, filter your air and water, and choose clean personal care products.

Your immune system thrives when your body is nourished, rested, and supported. Building your nutrient reserves now can help you stay healthy now and in the coming months. 🥰

Comment “SHOP” and I’ll send you the link to all my immune-support supplements.❤️

Dr. Ann

10/27/2025

Did you know that every time you exercise and build muscle, you activate one of the most powerful biological processes in the human body: mitochondrial biogenesis. 💪

This creates new mitochondria, giving your cells more energy, resilience, and repair capacity.

When your mitochondria function optimally, every system benefits: your metabolism stabilizes, hormones balance more easily, detoxification pathways work efficiently, and inflammation decreases.👏

Add muscle to the equation, and you amplify these effects, improving glucose regulation and enhancing brain health through increased BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor), a protein that promotes new neuron growth, strengthens neural connections, and protects against cognitive decline.🥰

This relationship works both ways: your muscles actually protect your mitochondria.

They act as metabolic engines, efficiently processing fuel, clearing metabolic waste, and sending signals that support cellular health and longevity.

That’s why supporting both through exercise, nutrition, and targeted supplements is so important‼️

Beyond eating plenty of protein and a healthy diet (see slides 👆), one of my favorite supplements is Creatine Monohydrate. It supports muscle building AND mitochondrial energy production (ATP), helps protect against oxidative stress, and promotes both brain and cellular health.

Building muscle while protecting your mitochondria is one of the most powerful anti-aging strategies available.

Comment “MONO” and I’ll send you the link to my Creatine Monohydrate.

Dr. Ann

10/22/2025

Your genes do not define your destiny; your choices do!

Your body receives messages from your environment, nutrition, sleep, movement, stress, and even your thoughts.

This is the science of epigenetics, how lifestyle and environment influence which genes are turned on or off.

Which means you have far more control over your health than you may realize.

👉When you support your body with whole food, quality sleep, stress management, detoxification, and connection, you can influence your genes toward healing and vitality…not disease.

And if you’re planning to have a baby, these choices matter even more. 👏👏👏You don’t just pass on your genes, you influence how those genes are expressed.

Creating a healthy environment before conception helps set the foundation for your child’s lifelong well-being.🥰

In addition to the tips mentioned above, supplements are a powerful way to support the body’s ability to turn on health-promoting genes.

✅ Glutathione – the body’s master antioxidant, neutralizing toxins and oxidative stress.

✅ Phosphatidylcholine – rebuilds and protects cell membranes.

✅ NAD+ – fuels mitochondrial energy and DNA repair.
B vitamins – support methylation, turning genes on and off properly.

✅ CoQ10 / MitoQ – shields mitochondrial DNA from oxidative damage.

✅ Polyphenols (Resveratrol, Quercetin, EGCG) – activate longevity pathways and defend DNA.

✅ Zinc & Selenium – cofactors for antioxidant enzymes and DNA synthesis.

And talk with your doctor about peptides; they can help repair cells, protect DNA, and support healthy aging.

Comment “DNA” and I’ll send you the link to my Epigenetics Bundle, it features the key supplements I recommend to support detox, repair, and healthy gene expression.

Dr. Ann

10/20/2025

Alcohol is such a normal part of social life that we often forget it’s actually a significant toxin.

Research shows that even moderate drinking can affect s***m quality epigenetically, meaning it can influence how genes are expressed and passed on.😬

In addition to cutting out alcohol, improving your air quality with a purifier, and reducing exposures to other toxins (processed foods, plastics, toxic cleaning and skincare products) can make a measurable difference in s***m health…and overall health, too.💪

Because if something impacts fertility, it’s also impacting the rest of your body.👏👏👏

🎧 Listen to my full conversation with Abel James on his podcast to learn more about how toxins, lifestyle, and environment influence fertility and long-term health.

Comment “James” and I’ll send you the link.

Dr. Ann

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10/18/2025

Did you know that your brain 🧠 has its own detox system called the glymphatic system?

Just like your body’s lymphatic system clears waste and toxins, the glymphatic system uses cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) to wash away proteins, cellular debris, and other waste that can build up in brain tissue.

Your glymphatic system is most active at night, during deep sleep. 😴

During this time, CSF circulates through the brain’s perivascular spaces, washing away metabolic waste and keeping neurons healthy.

When your glymphatic flow slows because of poor sleep, dehydration, chronic inflammation, or toxin exposure (heavy metals, pesticides, air pollution, mold), waste can accumulate in the brain. 😬

Over time, this can contribute to neuroinflammation, oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction, and even plaque buildup in the brain, including beta-amyloid and tau proteins that are associated with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases.😳

Some signs your glymphatic system may be sluggish:

➡️ Morning grogginess or a “heavy head”
➡️ Brain fog or poor concentration
➡️ Fatigue, irritability, or mood changes
➡️ Memory issues or cognitive decline

To keep your brain’s detox pathways flowing:

✅ Prioritize quality, restorative sleep
✅ Eat a clean, anti-inflammatory diet
✅ Move daily to support circulation 💪
✅ Stay well hydrated
✅ Manage stress and support detox pathways
✅ NAD and PC IV therapy

👉 Consider supplements that promote mitochondrial and glymphatic health

See slides 👆for 12 supplements that support your glymphatic system and help your brain detox efficiently.

Comment “Brain” and I’ll send you the link to Magnesium L-Threonate, the only form of magnesium that crosses the blood–brain barrier to support deep, restorative sleep, cognitive function, and mitochondrial efficiency.*

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Dr. Ann

10/17/2025

Fungal infections are more common than you think.

And there are many reasons they can develop: mold exposure, toxin buildup, parasites, high carbohydrate high sugar diet, antibiotic use, or even high stress.

Do you find yourself craving sugar or carbs?
That’s often a sign you could have a fungal infection, since yeast thrives on sugar.

Common Signs of Fungal Overgrowth…
➡️ Reflux or bloating after meals
➡️ Gas, constipation, or diarrhea
➡️ Fatigue or brain fog
➡️ Stubborn weight gain
➡️ Sugar cravings
➡️ Itchy skin, rashes, or recurrent yeast infections

Are you suddenly reacting to foods you used to tolerate?

Foods like wine, aged meats, avocado, citrus, or fermented foods?

Here’s why…
👉 When yeast or Candida overgrow, they can damage the gut lining and reduce DAO, the enzyme that breaks down histamine. This allows histamine to build up, triggering headaches, reflux, itching, anxiety, insomnia, and more.

So, it’s not just that you have histamine intolerance; it may be that fungal overgrowth is contributing to or worsening it.👏

See slides 👆to learn helpful tests, therapies to support healing, and other contributors to histamine intolerance.

Why is it so important to address the root cause?

Not only will you feel better, but healing a fungal infection can prevent further issues.

Left unaddressed, fungal overgrowth can lead to systemic inflammation, immune dysfunction, hormonal imbalance, nutrient depletion, and worsening histamine intolerance.

Over time, it can set off a cascade of symptoms that impact your digestion, mood, skin, and overall resilience.

Histamine intolerance, in addition to causing bothersome symptoms, can also lead to chronic inflammation, hormone disruption, and immune reactivity, all of which further stress the gut, brain, and detoxification systems and make long-term healing more difficult.

If you think you might have a fungal infection or histamine overload, comment “DIY” and I’ll send you the link to the GI MAP test I recommend for my patients.

Dr. Ann

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