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Ashley Lakin Nutrition

As a licensed nutritionist and yoga instructor, I use my blended education to address the root cause of your symptoms from various angles.

I focus on utilizing whole foods, not just nutrients, to heal the body.

04/15/2026

⭐️Client Testimonial ⭐️

I’m always honored to be a part of your health team!

04/07/2026

Just because you don’t have obvious digestive issues doesn’t mean that your gut isn’t still impacting how you feel!

Specifically, your gut microbiome is interconnected to so many other systems of the body, especially your skin, hormones, nervous system, and immune system. Your microbiome is the unique composition of bacteria, yeast, viruses, and other microbes that live in your gut and play a huge role in how your body functions day to day.

The coolest thing about the gut microbiome (in my opinion) is that it is dynamic, meaning that is constantly changing in response to your diet, environment, and lifestyle. By improving these factors, we can improve your gut microbiome and overall health!

Which of these surprised you the most? Drop it in the comments 👇

03/31/2026

Digestive symptoms are common, but they’re not random.

When we talk about digestive issues, we’re not talking about one condition. We’re talking about many possible underlying drivers.

Two people can have identical symptoms and completely different root causes. This is why symptom management alone often isn’t enough, and why testing, history, and context matter.

I often find that, without comprehensive testing, you can get stuck going in circles trying to fix your digestion: eliminating foods, trying new supplements, stressing about what will trigger your symptoms. While well-intentioned, these all can make your symptoms even worse over time.

Digestive issues are not one-size-fits-all. You deserve real answers and personalized recommendations.

Book a discovery call with me if you want to take these next steps!

03/20/2026

No protein powder required!

Hitting 25g of protein in a meal doesn’t have to be complicated, but it’s one of the best things you can do to improve your nutrition.

Protein helps with blood sugar balance, satiety, and maintaining muscle, so getting enough at meals matters more than most people think.

Save this for easy ideas when you’re planning meals! 👆

03/02/2026

Plot twist: I’m not a perfect nutritionist.

I don’t eat perfectly (not even sure that what means 😅). I eat dessert every single day. I snack on potato chips while I make dinner. I eat way too quickly and definitely don’t chew my food enough.

When you work with me, perfection is never the goal. Progress and sustainability are. I want you learn how to eat so that you can feel your best while still enjoying your life.

If you’re waiting until you’re “good enough” to get support, please don’t! That’s literally my job 😉

01/30/2026

Hormones are complicated, and having some kind of hormone imbalance feels really overwhelming. If you’re having heavy periods, PCOS, hormonal acne, hot flashes, or just feel “off”, it feels really hard to know where to start to address thee concerns.

This is where the hormone hierarchy comes in! If you want to find the root cause of your hormonal issues, look “upstream.” Whether it’s blood sugar dysregulation, chronic stress, impaired detoxification, or inflammation, you can’t have long-term relief without addressing these root causes.

Want to learn more? Come to my workshop next Saturday!

Why Your Hormones Feel Off: A Root-Cause Approach to Hormone Balance
Where: Active Care Chiropractic and Rehabilitation
902 W Northwest Hwy
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
When: Feb 7th at 1:00 pm

01/26/2026

⭐️Client Testimonial ⭐️

If you feel like no one has been able to give you the proper tools to tackle your health concerns, book a discovery call with me to see how I can help!

01/07/2026

I love supporting my clients through their journeys to start or expand their family 🤰

My own pregnancy and morning sickness as a humbling experience, so while I always focus on prioritizing nutrient-dense foods, I understand that this may not cover all the bases at every stage of pregnancy. This is why I always recommend taking a prenatal supplement to fill in the gaps.

There’s a lot of prenatal supplements out there and it feels overwhelming to figure out which one is the best choice to support your pregnancy, so I’ve outlined some key things that I look for when recommending a prenatal.

It’s not easy to find a single supplement that fills all these needs, and trying to check all of these boxes can lead to taking a lot of capsules every day! For clients who don’t want to take so many capsules or are having a hard time with this due to morning sickness, I really love Needed’s Prenatal Multi Essentials because it packs a huge nutrition punch in just 3 capsules/day.

As always, the “best” prenatal is the one that fits your body, preferences, and stage of life. For most, I also usually recommend pairing any high-quality prenatal multivitamin with a DHA supplement and an additional vitamin D if necessary.

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12/08/2025

There’s a reason why your menstrual cycle is often called the fifth vital sign. It’s a monthly check-in with your body and hormones, and your cycle can act as an early warning system if something is off with your health.

This is why it’s so important to pay attention to your cycle and take an active role in your health. At the very least, I recommend tracking your cycle using a journal or app. For a more in-depth analysis, I’ve been loving my tracker to see my hormone levels throughout my entire cycle.

Comment with any questions below!

*This is not intended as medical advice or to provide a diagnosis. Instead, use this as a starting point to speak with your medical provider if your cycles fit any of the patterns mentioned in this post.*

12/01/2025

I always ask my clients to get some foundational blood work when we start working together. It’s the best way for me to understand what’s happening in your body right now.

But sometimes that’s just not enough.

Blood work tells us what the “low-hanging fruit” are with your health: areas that need to be addressed before anything else. These include blood sugar regulation, inflammation, anemia, nutrient deficiencies, thyroid issues, and autoimmunity.

What it doesn’t always reveal is why these issues are happening. That’s when I turn to functional labs for deeper insights: tests like stool analysis, SIBO breath testing, urinary hormone panels, organic acid testing, mycotoxin tests, or even environmental toxin screening.

These are often not covered by insurance, so yes, there is an out-of-pocket cost, but I never recommend these unless I truly feel like this additional data is crucial for your care. My goal is to give you the most comprehensive, thoughtful support possible, and that means getting the clearest answers we can.

11/10/2025

It’s true! Your gut health has a direct impact on your hormonal health through something called the estrobolome.

Certain microbes in your gut play a huge role in your body’s metabolism of estrogen. These microorganisms are collectively referred to as the estrobolome. Many of these microbes produced an enzyme in your gut called beta-glucuronidase that is key to regulating estrogen levels in your body.

Let’s back up and run through the steps of estrogen metabolism real quick: estrogen is produced by the ovaries, circulates in your blood stream, and then needs to be detoxified by the liver and excreted. The main pathway for excreting estrogen is through the gut, meaning you have to 💩 it out. By the time that estrogen makes it to the gut, it has been altered by the liver to become inactive and bound to something called glucuronic acid.

Alright, now back to the role to the gut microbiome here! Beta-glucuronidase breaks this bond between estrogen and glucuronic acid, which then makes it possible for your body to reabsorb estrogen before it is fully excreted.

If you have lots of bacteria in your gut that make beta-glucuronidase, you will reabsorb more estrogen, allowing it to recirculate, and causing high estrogen symptoms like breast tenderness, menstrual cramps, heavy periods, PMS/PMDD, and even uterine fibroids. Additionally, if you aren’t have a bowel movement daily, this gives your body more time to reabsorb this estrogen from your gut as well.

Like or leave a comment if you want some tips on how to improve your hormones through your gut health!

10/27/2025

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Education should always be a major part of your healthcare!

I always joke with my clients that, as much as I truly love seeing them, my job is to educate so that they don’t have to work with me forever.

Book a discovery call with me if you want to learn more about what your own body needs (link in bio).

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