Dr. Marissa Boyd, ND

10/31/2025

Check out my latest blog. I KNOW you'll read something that you relate to.

Anxiety can show up in many forms: racing thoughts, insomnia, irritability, digestive issues, or even chronic pain. Traditional treatments often focus on symptom management through medication or cognitive therapy, but they may fail to uncover why your body is reacting this way in the first place.

Anxiety isn’t just mental—it’s often a physiological reaction to an internal imbalance. In my clinical experience, addressing these imbalances is where true healing begins.

Read Dr. Boyd's most recent blog to learn the 5 most common root causes of anxiety.

https://www.ivyintegrative.com/post/the-root-cause-of-anxiety-a-naturopathic-guide-to-healing-the-mind-and-body-naturally

10/31/2025

November is your month - let's do this!

This November, experience personalized, root-cause care with our Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Boyd — and save 20% on your initial intake. Whether you’re struggling with perimenopause, blood sugar imbalance, chronic stress, or men’s health concerns, Dr. Boyd provides a holistic approach that blends advanced functional testing with natural medicine.

Take the first step toward feeling your best — schedule your discounted consultation today at IVY Integrative in Charlotte, NC!

Start with a FREE meet and greet! 👇
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Natural Awakenings Charlotte

10/10/2025

🎃✨ October Book Club Picks Are Here! ✨🎃
We’re leaning all the way in to spooky season with two thrilling, magical, and oddly heartwarming reads!

Stiff by
Ever wondered what happens to a body after death? Mary Roach dives into the strange, fascinating world of human cadavers with humor, curiosity, and just the right amount of dark wit. It’s creepy, it’s educational, and weirdly… touching. You’ll never look at anatomy (or embalming) the same way again!

The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by
A cozy, witchy tale about found family, hidden magic, and learning to belong. Follow Mika Moon, a solitary witch who stumbles into a heartwarming mess of magical misfits. Think found family vibes, spellbooks, and a grumpy-sunshine romance wrapped in an enchanting, feel-good hug.

✨ Read along with us! Whether you love the science of the morbid or the magic of the whimsical, there's something this month to bewitch every reader. Which one will you pick first? Let us know below! 👇📖

10/07/2025

🚨 Feeling lightheaded, shaky, anxious, or fatigued - even when you’re eating well?
You might be experiencing unexpected blood sugar crashes - and the reason why may surprise you.
Here are 4 often-overlooked triggers that can crash your blood sugar FAST (even if you think you’re doing everything right):
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1️⃣ Exercise – Active muscles burn up glucose fast. If you train fasted or skip a pre-workout snack, your levels can dip too low.
2️⃣ Alcohol – Your liver gets so busy processing alcohol that it puts glucose regulation on hold—setting you up for a crash later.
3️⃣ Poor Sleep – Disrupted rest throws off hormone balance (think insulin & cortisol), making your blood sugar wildly unstable.
4️⃣ Stress – Cortisol spikes → blood sugar rises → crash follows. Chronic stress makes this cycle hard to escape.

🌿 Understanding these hidden factors can help you manage your energy better and avoid the dreaded blood sugar rollercoaster.

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09/10/2025

🚀 September’s Book Club Picks Are Here! 📚✨
This month we’re diving into two epic adventures:
🌌 Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir — a gripping sci-fi survival mission among the stars.
🏛 The Will of the Many by James Islington — a rich, twist-filled fantasy of power, secrets, and rebellion.

But first… spill the tea! ☕
Did you finish all three of August’s picks? Which one kept you up past midnight? 👀 Drop your thoughts in the comments — we love hearing what you think! 💬

08/10/2025

📚✨ Book Club Picks Are In! ✨📚
We’re shaking things up with THREE must-reads this month:

🌹 ACOTAR & ACOMAF by Sarah J. Maas – Step into a world of deadly fae, slow-burn tension, and steamy twists you won’t see coming. If you're not obsessed yet... you will be. 😈🔥

🧠 Dark Matter by Blake Crouch – A sci-fi thriller that’ll make you question every choice you've ever made. Mind-bending, life-affirming, and unputdownable. 🚀💭

Grab your copies, cancel your plans, and prepare to binge. 👀📖

08/07/2025

💡 Did you know you have options when it comes to your healthcare?

You don’t have to settle for “everything looks normal” when you know something isn’t right.
Naturopathic Doctors take a different approach — one that’s focused on uncovering root causes, seeing the full picture of your health, and creating a treatment plan tailored just for you.
🌱 If your health feels stuck, or you’re ready for a new perspective...

✨ Book a free Meet & Greet — link in bio to start your healing journey.
You deserve answers. You deserve care that listens.

Let’s talk about what’s possible 💬

07/21/2025

✨ Stress isn’t just a feeling—it wears many faces. From chronic fatigue and muscle tension (physical), to mood swings and overwhelm (emotional), scattered thoughts (mental), and even toxic surroundings (environmental), your body is always speaking. Are you listening?

As a naturopathic doctor, I help you uncover the root cause and restore balance—naturally. 🌱

Learn how holistic healing can address stress at its core. Tap the link in bio to book a FREE Meet & Greet.

07/10/2025

July Picks Are Here—and They're Unforgettable. ✨📖

This month, we’re traveling through time and unraveling emotions with two gripping reads that promise to keep you turning pages long past midnight…

🔍 11/22/63 by Stephen King
What if you could change the past? When Jake Epping discovers a portal to 1958, he’s thrust into a mission to stop the assassination of JFK. But time doesn't like to be tampered with—and every choice ripples dangerously forward. A haunting blend of history, suspense, and fate.

🌫️ Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid
From the bestselling author of Daisy Jones & The Six comes a luminous new story about identity, memory, and the truths we build around ourselves. Set against a fog-drenched California coast, Atmosphere explores what it means to rebuild a life—and the secrets we bury to survive.

Are you ready to step into the unknown?
💬 Tell us: Which one will you start with?
📚 Join the discussion, share your thoughts, and tag a friend to read along!

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06/25/2025

🔥 Beat the Heat—Naturally.
Charlotte’s temps are soaring (over 100 °F!) which pushes your body to its limits. ☀️ But you don’t have to suffer through heat stress, dehydration, and fatigue.

🌊 Try Constitutional Hydrotherapy—a time-tested, science-backed way to cool your core, restore balance, and boost your resilience this summer:
✅ Enhances circulation to regulate body temperature
✅ Promotes fluid balance—goodbye swelling & cramps
✅ Activates parasympathetic calm to relieve heat-induced stress
✅ Supports immunity and uplifts mood
✅ Soothes muscles with gentle, deep moist heat
🧖‍♀️ In just one session, you’ll feel rebalanced, refreshed, and ready—even in the peak of summer.

📍 Book your session now—cool relief is just a towel away.