Dr. Kayse Shrum

Dr. Kayse Shrum Mom to 6 · Grandma “Gucci” to 1 · “Mommy Shrum” to many · Mentor at heart · Lover of shoes · Proud Oklahoman

Life gets lighter when you stop gripping so tightly and start embracing the moment.
04/23/2026

Life gets lighter when you stop gripping so tightly and start embracing the moment.

04/23/2026

🧠 Wellness Wednesday: Your Gut May Be Influencing Your Brain More Than You Think

Most people think of the microbiome as a digestive issue. But emerging science suggests your gut bacteria may play a major role in cognitive function, mood, focus, memory, and even resilience to stress.

Your gut and brain are in constant communication through what’s called the gut-brain axis—a two-way connection involving:

🦠 Gut bacteria
🧠 Neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine
🔥 Inflammation pathways
⚡ The vagus nerve
🩸 Blood sugar regulation

When the microbiome is disrupted, some people may experience:
• Brain fog
• Low mood
• Difficulty concentrating
• Fatigue
• Increased cravings
• Poor stress tolerance

How to support a healthier gut-brain connection:

Eat fiber-rich whole foods
Add colorful fruits and vegetables
Include fermented foods if tolerated
Move your body daily
Prioritize sleep
Reduce ultra-processed foods and excess sugar
Manage chronic stress
Get natural light and support circadian rhythm

Consider getting your microbiome mapped to identify interventions to improve the diversity and health of your microbiome.

Your brain doesn’t function in isolation. Sometimes improving focus and energy starts in the gut.

Health is connected. Systems matter.

04/18/2026

Go Girl Gala! Let’s get this party started! Date night with a cause!

Mitochondrial Health: Why It Matters More Than You ThinkMost people have never heard of mitochondria… but they influence...
04/15/2026

Mitochondrial Health: Why It Matters More Than You Think

Most people have never heard of mitochondria… but they influence almost everything about how you feel.

Mitochria are the “power plants” of your cells—responsible for producing the energy your body needs to function. Every heartbeat, every thought, every step you take depends on them.

So what actually supports mitochondrial health?
what’s proven to work:

1. Exercise (especially strength training + zone 2 cardio)
Regular movement increases mitochondrial number and efficiency. This is one of the most powerful interventions we have.

2. Sleep

3. Nutrition that stabilizes blood sugar
Frequent glucose spikes damage mitochondrial function over time.
Focus on:
• Protein first
• Whole foods
• Reducing processed sugar
• Walking after meals

4. Metabolic flexibility (fasting or time-restricted eating)
Periods of low insulin signal your body to become more efficient at energy production and can stimulate mitochondrial repair processes.

5. Reducing chronic inflammation
Inflammation damages mitochondria.
Support this by:
• Eating anti-inflammatory foods (healthy fats, vegetables)
• Supporting gut health
• Managing stress

6. Targeted supplementation (when appropriate)
Some evidence supports:
• Magnesium
• Omega-3 fatty acids
• CoQ10
• B vitamins

What’s TRENDING (but varies in evidence):

Cold plunges & contrast therapy (cold + sauna)
Widely popular for “mitochondrial biogenesis” and recovery.
✔ Some evidence for metabolic and stress adaptation benefits
⚠ Often overstated in social media

Red light therapy (photobiomodulation)
Marketed to “stimulate mitochondria” and improve energy
✔ Emerging evidence, especially for skin, inflammation, and recovery
⚠ Still evolving in terms of dosing and consistency

Peptides (like MOTS-c, SS-31)
Framed as next-gen mitochondrial optimization
✔ Interesting early research
⚠ Not mainstream, limited long-term human data

NAD+ boosters (NMN, NR)
Promoted for anti-aging and mitochondrial function
✔ Some human data; more robust in animal studies
⚠ Long-term outcomes still unclear

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT)
Used for recovery, brain health, and cellular repair
✔ Stronger evidence in specific conditions
⚠ Expensive and not necessary for most people

Continuous glucose monitoring (CGMs) for “metabolic health”
Used by non-diabetics to reduce glucose spikes and protect mitochondria
✔ Growing evidence supporting glucose control
✔ Very actionable insight tool

If you improve mitochondrial function, you’re not just treating symptoms—you’re improving the foundation of how your body works.

Educational only—not medical advice.

Elegance. Energy. Purpose.What a great evening supporting the Mental Health Association of Oklahoma!And yes… the company...
04/13/2026

Elegance. Energy. Purpose.
What a great evening supporting the Mental Health Association of Oklahoma!
And yes… the company wasn’t bad either. 💫

Grateful to stand in a room of women shaping the next generation.Leadership matters.
04/11/2026

Grateful to stand in a room of women shaping the next generation.
Leadership matters.

Wellness Wednesday ✨ | Faithfulness Over PerformanceDo you ever feel like you’re not measuring up?Do you question your a...
04/08/2026

Wellness Wednesday ✨ | Faithfulness Over Performance

Do you ever feel like you’re not measuring up?
Do you question your ability?
Do you spend so much time thinking about what others think that you lose your joy?

Here’s the truth…

When you place your identity and purpose in Christ, you free yourself from the pressure of performance and perfection. This applies to everything—athletics, career, wellness, and life.

There is no scripture that says:
“Well done, perfect and high-achieving servant.”

But there is this:
📖 “Well done, good and faithful servant.” — Matthew 25:23

God’s measure is faithfulness, not performance.

When you understand that, something powerful happens—
you release yourself from criticism, guilt, and shame.

Because sometimes your best effort doesn’t produce the outcome you hoped for…
But the question is: Were you faithful to who God called you to be?

Don’t be distracted by the noise of this world.
Fix your eyes on your true purpose.

And reclaim the JOY that is already yours. 💛

Although I love time with my family enjoying the Easter celebration, today is more than Easter egg hunts, baskets, and t...
04/05/2026

Although I love time with my family enjoying the Easter celebration, today is more than Easter egg hunts, baskets, and time with family.

Today is about the resurrection of Christ—
and the hope it brings into a fallen world.

The empty tomb reminds us that death was defeated,
darkness does not win,
and hope is never lost.

“He is not here; He has risen, just as He said.” — Matthew 28:6

Because He lives, we have hope.
Because He lives, we are never without purpose.


You’re doing the work… training hard, eating well, showing discipline but your body isn’t responding the way it should. ...
04/01/2026

You’re doing the work… training hard, eating well, showing discipline but your body isn’t responding the way it should.

Whether you’re training to compete, navigating chronic disease, or simply trying to feel better—

This is where physiology matters. Cortisol plays a central role.

Cortisol should rise in the morning—fueling energy, focus, and performance
and fall at night—allowing recovery, repair, and sleep.

When that rhythm is disrupted:

• Performance stalls
• Recovery slows
• Inflammation rises
• Sleep becomes fragmented
• Energy becomes inconsistent

How to restore rhythm:

• Get morning sunlight early
• Start your day with a protein-forward meal
• Stabilize blood sugar (protein first, walk after meals)
• Train with intention—but respect recovery
• Protect your sleep routine
• Create space to downregulate your nervous system

This applies to the athlete chasing performance, the person working to heal, and the one who simply wants to feel well again.

When your rhythm is aligned, your body performs, recovers, and heals the way it was designed to.

Disclaimer:
Educational only—not medical advice.

Just here for the Holiday……Jackson that is! I know, I know he’s not playing. Go Orioles!
03/31/2026

Just here for the Holiday……Jackson that is! I know, I know he’s not playing. Go Orioles!

New kicks. Big city vibes. Small town girl.
03/28/2026

New kicks. Big city vibes. Small town girl.

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