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RENEW Functional Medicine & Anti-aging

We help you look great & feel even better with a variety of services.

Functional medicine, perimenopause and menopause hormones, HRT, thyroid hormone, vein treatment (sclerotherapy), aesthetics (tox, filler, microneedling, facial peels).

02/12/2026

Hormones rely on nutrients from food to bind to receptors, communicate with cells, and be properly metabolized. These foods help create the conditions for hormones to work as intended:

🥩 High-quality proteins: Eggs, poultry, fish, legumes, and grass-fed meats provide amino acids needed for hormone production and receptor function.
🥑 Healthy fats: Avocados, olive oil, nuts, seeds, and fatty fish support cell membrane integrity and hormone signaling.
🥦 Cruciferous vegetables: Broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, and cabbage support estrogen metabolism and clearance.
🫐 Colorful plants: Berries, leafy greens, and deeply pigmented vegetables provide antioxidants that protect hormone receptors from inflammatory stress.
🧂 Mineral-rich foods: Leafy greens, pumpkin seeds, seafood, beans, and sea vegetables provide magnesium, zinc, selenium, and iodine—key for thyroid and adrenal signaling.
🧄 Anti-inflammatory additions: Garlic, ginger, turmeric, and herbs help reduce inflammation that can interfere with hormone communication.

👉 Save this as a simple guide when planning meals that support hormone function.

Renew Functional Medicine and Antiaging
2 Club Centre Ct, Suite 6, Edwardsville, IL
618-651-6303
www.renewmedicine.net

02/11/2026

Factors like digestive health, absorption issues, chronic stress, and certain medications can all reduce nutrient availability over time. Magnesium is a common example where many individuals fall short, and it can be difficult to meet the body’s needs through food alone.

Without targeted testing, nutrient deficiencies often go unnoticed. Symptoms like fatigue, muscle tension, poor sleep, or brain fog may be subtle signs of an underlying imbalance rather than isolated issues.

If you’re experiencing ongoing symptoms without clear answers, comprehensive testing can help identify what your body may be missing and guide a more personalized plan.

📞 Contact us to learn more about testing and next steps toward restoring balance and supporting your overall health.

Renew Functional Medicine and Antiaging
2 Club Centre Ct, Suite 6, Edwardsville, IL
618-651-6303
www.renewmedicine.net

02/09/2026

Nitric oxide (NO) is a tiny molecule with a big job. It helps blood vessels relax and widen, supports healthy blood flow, regulates blood pressure, and protects the inner lining of arteries. In many ways, nitric oxide is the heart’s signaling system for flexibility and resilience.

The challenge? As we age, nitric oxide production naturally declines. This can contribute to stiffer blood vessels, reduced circulation, higher cardiovascular strain, and lower exercise tolerance.

Ways to support and restore nitric oxide production:

• Move your body regularly – Physical activity stimulates nitric oxide release and improves vascular function
• Eat nitrate-rich foods – Leafy greens, beets, arugula, and celery support natural NO pathways
• Support oral health – Beneficial oral bacteria are essential for nitric oxide production
• Reduce chronic inflammation and oxidative stress – These directly impair NO signaling
• Prioritize sleep and stress regulation – Both play a role in vascular and endothelial health

Supporting NO is one of the most powerful ways to protect long-term cardiovascular function, at any age.

Renew Functional Medicine and Antiaging
2 Club Centre Ct, Suite 6, Edwardsville, IL
618-651-6303
www.renewmedicine.net

02/05/2026

"Hair loss is more common after menopause, but it isn’t something that only happens due to aging. It can follow different patterns, including diffuse thinning, patchy areas, or along the temples (similar to male pattern baldness).

Hair loss can feel overwhelming, especially when it seems like it won’t stop. It’s a concern that can significantly impact self-esteem, making it essential to identify and address the root cause. It’s also important to know that some hair loss is normal, on average, 50–100 strands are shed daily. However, if the amount seems excessive, a deeper investigation may be necessary.

These are some of the key labs often recommended for those experiencing unwanted hair loss include

✅ Prolactin
✅ Testosterone, DHEAs
✅ TSH, fT3, fT4, Total T3
✅ CBC, Iron Panel, Ferritin
✅ DUTCH test

The treatment for hair loss depends entirely on the underlying imbalances revealed by testing, making it critical to take a targeted approach. Book an assessment with us/me to get tested and receive tailored recommendations for hair health! "

Renew Functional Medicine and Antiaging
6 Ginger Creek Village, Glen Carbon
618-651-6303
www.renewmedicine.net

02/02/2026

The soleus muscle, a deep calf muscle, has a unique ability to use glucose for fuel without relying heavily on insulin. Research has shown that gently activating the soleus muscle after eating (through seated or standing calf raises) can dramatically reduce post-meal blood sugar spikes by up to 50% in some study conditions.

After meals, perform slow, controlled calf raises:
• Seated or standing
• Heels lift, then slowly lower
• Continue for several minutes at a comfortable pace

This isn’t a replacement for movement, nutrition, or medical care, but it’s a powerful reminder that small, targeted muscle activity can have outsized metabolic effects.

Renew Functional Medicine and Antiaging
2 Club Centre Ct, Suite 6, Edwardsville, IL
618-651-6303
www.renewmedicine.net

01/31/2026

Still dealing with bloating, despite a clean diet and probiotics? The missing link could be your bile acids.

Bile plays a crucial role not just in fat digestion, but also in maintaining the right pH balance in your small intestine, an environment where beneficial bacteria can thrive and harmful ones can’t. When bile flow is sluggish (due to poor gallbladder function, liver stagnation, or certain medications), it can lead to dysbiosis, overgrowths like SIBO, constipation, and nutrient malabsorption.

Most gut healing protocols focus on microbiome support, but if bile acids are out of balance, progress stalls. That’s why we assess bile flow and gallbladder function as part of any comprehensive gut plan.

Renew Functional Medicine and Antiaging
2 Club Centre Ct, Suite 6, Edwardsville, IL
618-651-6303
www.renewmedicine.net

01/29/2026

If these symptoms show up daily, they’re not just part of life... they’re early indicators of system imbalance:

1️⃣ Waking up groggy, even after 7–8 hours
→ often a sign your cortisol rhythm is flipped or your sleep isn’t truly restorative.
2️⃣ Afternoon energy crashes
→ commonly tied to blood sugar instability or sluggish adrenal output.
3️⃣ Bloating after meals (or all day)
→ can point to low stomach acid, poor bile flow, or microbial imbalance.
4️⃣ Brain fog that lifts with caffeine
→ suggests your body is relying on stimulants because your natural energy production is lagging.
5️⃣ Irritability between meals
→ a classic sign of glucose dips or poor metabolic flexibility.
6️⃣ Cold hands and feet
→ often connected to low circulation, thyroid sluggishness, or chronic stress.

These symptoms aren’t random. They often point to dysregulated cortisol, blood sugar imbalances, sluggish detox pathways, or nutrient deficiencies.

Have you noticed any of these signs? Give us a call!

Renew Functional Medicine and Anti-aging
2 Club Centre Ct, Suite 6, Edwardsville, IL
618-651-6303
www.renewmedicine.net

01/28/2026

If your digestion feels off, bloating, irregularity, or discomfort, your gut may be asking for some TLC. And healing often starts on your plate.

Here’s a simple gut-friendly plate framework you can use daily:

🥬 1. Colorful veggies (½ your plate) Think: leafy greens, cooked carrots, squash, or sauerkraut for gentle fiber + phytonutrients.
🍗 2. Quality protein (¼ plate): Wild-caught fish, pasture-raised chicken, lentils, or eggs, essential for gut lining repair.
🥑 3. Healthy fats (1–2 tbsp): Avocado, olive oil, nuts/seeds, or coconut, they reduce inflammation and support nutrient absorption.
🍚 4. Easy-to-digest starch (if tolerated): Sweet potato, squash, or white rice, which gives energy without overloading the system.
🌿 Bonus: Add gut-loving extras. Fermented foods, bone broth, ginger, or fresh herbs that support digestion and microbiome diversity.

This isn't about perfection; it's about consistency and giving your gut what it needs to thrive.

Renew Functional Medicine and Anti-aging
2 Club Centre Ct, Suite 6, Edwardsville, IL
618-651-6303
www.renewmedicine.net

01/26/2026

If your PMS has gotten worse over the past few years, you’re not imagining it, and no, it’s not just “aging.”

Around your mid-to-late 30s, progesterone begins to decline faster than estrogen, creating a relative imbalance known as estrogen dominance.
Symptoms like irritability, breast tenderness, bloating, mood swings, and insomnia become more pronounced, especially in the second half of your cycle.

The good news? There’s so much we can do with nutrition, targeted herbs, and stress regulation to restore that balance before menopause. Reach out today!

Renew Functional Medicine and Antiaging
2 Club Centre Ct, Suite 6, Edwardsville, IL
618-651-6303
www.renewmedicine.net

01/19/2026

Struggling to fall asleep? Waking up at 3 a.m.? Feeling tired and wired at the same time?

Your sleep struggles could be hormonal, and it’s not just a women’s issue, these imbalances can affect anyone.

Hormones like cortisol, melatonin, insulin, and even thyroid hormones play a huge role in how well you fall asleep, stay asleep, and feel in the morning.

Signs your sleep might be hormone-related:
– You get sleepy but can’t shut your brain off
– You fall asleep fast, but wake up wired in the night
– You’re tired all day but get a second wind at bedtime
– You wake up unrefreshed no matter how long you sleep

This isn’t “just stress”...it could be a deeper hormonal rhythm disruption.

Renew Functional Medicine and Antiaging
2 Club Centre Ct, Suite 6, Edwardsville, IL
618-651-6303
www.renewmedicine.net

01/18/2026

Struggling with cravings, energy crashes, or hanger?

Stabilizing your blood sugar doesn’t have to mean restriction, sometimes it’s about what you add in.

Here are 3 of the best foods to help keep blood sugar steady:

🥑 Avocados – full of healthy fats and fiber to slow digestion
🍠 Sweet potatoes – a nutrient-rich carb with steady-release energy
🥬 Leafy greens – packed with magnesium and phytonutrients that support insulin sensitivity

Bonus tip: Pair carbs with fat or protein, like fruit + nut butter or oats + chia seeds, to prevent spikes and crashes.

Renew Functional Medicine and Antiaging
2 Club Centre Ct, Suite 6, Edwardsville, IL
618-651-6303
www.renewmedicine.net

01/17/2026

After weeks of excitement, socializing, and special foods, your brain may start to miss all those dopamine and serotonin boosts that come with the season. Add shorter days and less sunlight, and your mood can take a dip.

But you don’t have to wait for spring to feel good again. Your mood can thrive even in the middle of winter!

Morning light, nourishing foods, movement, rest, and connection can all help your body rebuild the balance that supports your energy and motivation. And if your mood isn’t bouncing back, functional testing can help uncover what your body really needs - like checking vitamin D levels, neurotransmitter balance, nutrient status, or even gut health. When we see the full picture, we can create a plan that supports your mood at the root cause.

Renew Functional Medicine and Antiaging
2 Club Centre Ct, Suite 6, Edwardsville, IL
618-651-6303
www.renewmedicine.net

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