Advanced Rehab and Medical - Functional Medicine

Advanced Rehab and Medical - Functional Medicine We specialize in helping individuals break free from the relentless grip of exhaustion, empowering them to rediscover their vitality and zest for life!

Book or call today for a free consultation. 731heal.com or 1-888-907-5717. Dr. Meagan M. von Holtz, D.C. has a neuroscience degree from the prestigious Wellesley College in Massachusetts, and she earned her doctorate of chiropractic degree with Summa Cum Laude honors from Parker College of Chiropractic in Dallas, Texas. She joined the team at Advanced Rehab and Medical in 2006. She believes that every person has something unique and necessary to give to the world through their own life-affirming passions and giftings, and she loves to use all that she has learned and experienced to help people do just that. She has hundreds of hours of advanced training in neurologically based chiropractic, degenerative conditions, nutrition, and functional medicine. It was after her own journey for health and wellness took a dive in 2017, that she found functional medicine and used it to help her become a much healthier version of herself. In November of 2019, she graduated from a year long Mentorship with Kalish Institute of Functional Medicine. She is currently nearing completion of another functional medicine certification with the Functional Medicine Academy. She knows firsthand how health challenges can make us feel like we are sinking and losing ourselves. Her newest passion is to be an expert guide in functional medicine for anyone who wants to become empowered by learning ways to optimize how their own body functions...and experience more life in their life!

This isn't your average bloat. "Endo belly" is the sudden, intense abdominal swelling that can happen with endometriosis...
10/05/2025

This isn't your average bloat. "Endo belly" is the sudden, intense abdominal swelling that can happen with endometriosis. sometimes making you look and feel uncomfortably pregnant.

Endometriosis isn't just about pelvic pain. The inflammation it creates can affect your digestion, leading to:

- Constipation
- Gas and cramping
- Severe bloating especially around your period

This happens because chronic inflammation and immune system activation in endometriosis can disrupt gut motility, microbiome balance, and even your body's ability to process certain foods. While nutrition is just one piece of the puzzle, including anti-inflammatory foods like berries, leafy greens, turmeric, and wild-caught salmon can help calm inflammation. At the same time, try reducing ultra-processed snacks, excess sugar, and alcohol to lower the total inflammatory load on your body.

If you're dealing with unexplained bloating, discomfort, or suspected endometriosis, we can help you dig deeper.

Both can be signs that your body's natural sleep rhythms are out of sync, but for very different reasons. 😴If you strugg...
10/01/2025

Both can be signs that your body's natural sleep rhythms are out of sync, but for very different reasons. 😴

If you struggle to fall asleep, it could be due to high evening cortisol, blue light exposure 📱, or an overactive nervous system that hasn't had time to wind down.

If you wake up in the night ⏰, blood sugar drops, hormone changes, or even liver detox patterns might be to blame.

Sleep isn't just about hours in bed 🛏️, it's a reflection of your hormonal balance, nutrient status, stress response, and even gut health.

So tell us in the comments, are you a "can't fall asleep" 🌙 or a "wake up at 3am" ⏰ person?

You might be doing everything right — sleeping in a dark room 🌙, taking magnesium 💊, avoiding screens before bed 📵 — but...
10/01/2025

You might be doing everything right — sleeping in a dark room 🌙, taking magnesium 💊, avoiding screens before bed 📵 — but if your sleep posture is off, your body’s recovery may still be struggling 😴.

Here’s what poor sleep positioning can silently sabotage:

🧠 Lymphatic Drainage: Your brain's glymphatic system (yes, with a “g”) clears out toxins 🧹 during deep sleep — especially when you sleep on your side. Back or stomach sleeping may reduce this effect.

💨 Breathing & Oxygenation: Sleeping on your back can worsen snoring 😴 or sleep apnea 😮‍💨, lowering oxygen flow to the brain and tissues overnight.

🪑 Spinal Alignment: Twisted or unsupported positions strain your neck and spine 🦴, triggering inflammation and morning stiffness — interrupting true rest-and-repair mode.

💪 Physical Recovery: Your muscles, fascia, and joints rely on aligned rest to properly regenerate 🛠️. Poor posture can mean waking up sore, tense, and unrested.

✨ So how should you be sleeping for optimal rest and recovery? ✨

👉 Prioritize side-sleeping (sleeping on the left side may aid digestion too! 🥗)
👉 Use a supportive pillow to keep your neck and spine aligned 🛏️
👉 Avoid stomach sleeping — it compresses your diaphragm and strains your back 🚫

Making these small changes to your sleeping position can help unlock deeper healing while you sleep 🌙💤.

As summer winds down ☀️🍃, do you feel the urge to squeeze in just a little more? More plans 📅, more projects 📝, more "pr...
09/29/2025

As summer winds down ☀️🍃, do you feel the urge to squeeze in just a little more? More plans 📅, more projects 📝, more "productivity" 💼?

Here’s your reminder: you don’t have to earn the end of a season by being busy 🛑.

✨ Rest counts.
🤝 Connection counts.
😊 Joy counts.

The most meaningful way to close summer is to be present 🌸 for what’s here now.

(Technically it’s fall already 🍁…but if your brain’s still catching up, don’t worry—you’re not alone 😅.)

If you’ve been dealing with acne around your jawline, chin, or cheeks 😣, it might be time to look beyond just diet 🥗, ex...
09/28/2025

If you’ve been dealing with acne around your jawline, chin, or cheeks 😣, it might be time to look beyond just diet 🥗, exercise 🏋️, or skincare 🧴. While those matter, hormonal imbalances are often the real culprit — even if you’re “doing everything right.”

Here’s how breakouts can map to hormones:

👄 Jawline & Chin – Often tied to estrogen-progesterone imbalances, common during menstruation, PCOS, or perimenopause.

🧠 Forehead – Linked to stress and high cortisol 😵‍💫, which can trigger breakouts.

😊 Cheeks – Connected to androgen imbalances (too much testosterone 🧪), blood sugar swings 🍭, or gut health issues 🦠 like dysbiosis.

👉 If you’ve changed your diet, tried all the products, and still can’t get results, it’s probably not your fault. Hormones may be the hidden root cause, and understanding them is the first step toward clearer skin ✨.

Your gut is home to trillions of microbes, and the more diverse they are, the better they can support your digestion, im...
09/26/2025

Your gut is home to trillions of microbes, and the more diverse they are, the better they can support your digestion, immunity, and metabolism.

When diversity drops, your body sends signals. Three common signs:

Frequent bloating or irregular bowel movements - your gut struggles to process food efficiently.
Weakened immunity - you catch colds easily or take longer to recover.
Difficulty managing weight - metabolism slows when your gut is out of balance.

Low microbiome diversity means less resilience, more inflammation, and reduced nutrient absorption. The good news? Your gut can change, diversity can be rebuilt with the right foods, lifestyle, and support.

If you suspect your gut health is holding you back, we can help you uncover imbalances and create a plan to restore your microbiome.

💻 Blue light from screens delays melatonin production 🌙, the hormone that helps you fall asleep. Even a little exposure ...
09/26/2025

💻 Blue light from screens delays melatonin production 🌙, the hormone that helps you fall asleep. Even a little exposure in the evening can disrupt your circadian rhythm ⏰, making it harder to get deep, restorative sleep. And without quality sleep? Your brain's emotional regulation takes a hit 🧠. Research shows that sleep deprivation increases anxiety 😬, irritability 😡, and emotional reactivity 😢.

Here’s what to do to get quality, restful sleep:

💡 Start dimming lights and powering down screens an hour before bed
📱 Use night mode or blue light filters if you need to be online
🌿 Try magnesium or herbal supports if your mind races at night
🛏️ Aim for 7-9 hours of consistent, restful sleep

Protein-packed, fiber-rich, and full of flavor, this Dense Bean Salad is your go-to for blood sugar balance.Ingredients3...
09/25/2025

Protein-packed, fiber-rich, and full of flavor, this Dense Bean Salad is your go-to for blood sugar balance.

Ingredients
3 cups chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 bulb fennel finely chopped about 1.5 cups chopped
3 mini or Persian cucumbers chopped, about 2 cups
1/4 small red onion chopped, about 1/4 cup
1/2 cup roasted red peppers jarred, drained, and finely diced
1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup fresh parsley finely chopped

Instructions
Add all ingredients to a , toss together. It's that simple!
Taste for seasoning, you may want to add more salt or lemon juice.

Recipe adapted from: https://abraskitchen.com/dense-bean-salad/

This little-known trace mineral plays a big role in how your body functions ✨.Here’s why Selenium is so important:🦋 Conv...
09/23/2025

This little-known trace mineral plays a big role in how your body functions ✨.

Here’s why Selenium is so important:

🦋 Converts inactive thyroid hormone (T4) into active T3 for energy ⚡, mood 😊, and metabolism 🔥
🛡️ Acts as a powerful antioxidant in the gut, reducing inflammation and oxidative stress
🤝 Regulates your gut immune system—key for autoimmune thyroid, leaky gut, or chronic digestive issues

🥜 You can get selenium from foods like Brazil nuts and seafood 🐟, but it’s easy to fall short—especially if digestion is compromised.
💊 Supplement wisely with guidance from a knowledgeable practitioner to get recommendations tailored to you.

Noticing more hair in your brush lately? 💇‍♀️🪮 Before you chalk it up to "just getting older," know this: 3 hidden healt...
09/22/2025

Noticing more hair in your brush lately? 💇‍♀️🪮 Before you chalk it up to "just getting older," know this: 3 hidden health factors could be at play ⚡

🔴 Iron deficiency – Your follicles need iron to grow strong, healthy hair 💪✨
🌀 Thyroid dysfunction – Both low and high thyroid hormones can cause hair shedding 🧬
⚖️ Androgen excess – Hormonal imbalances can shrink follicles, especially at the crown and part line 👑

ADHD doesn’t just disappear after childhood 🧠✨. Many adults live with undiagnosed ADHD, struggling with focus 🎯, forgetf...
09/22/2025

ADHD doesn’t just disappear after childhood 🧠✨. Many adults live with undiagnosed ADHD, struggling with focus 🎯, forgetfulness 🗂️, disorganization 📉, and impulsivity ⚡—without realizing there’s a name for what they’re experiencing.

Common signs include:
✅ Starting tasks but struggling to finish 🌀
⏰ Difficulty managing time, deadlines, or routines 📅
💥 Restlessness or impulsive decisions

The right support 🤝 can help you:
📌 Develop strategies tailored to your unique brain
🗃️ Build structure and organization without feeling overwhelmed
🌟 Improve confidence in work and relationships

Your cycle is like a monthly report card 📊 on your hormones, nutrient status, stress levels 😵‍♀️, and even gut health 🦠....
09/21/2025

Your cycle is like a monthly report card 📊 on your hormones, nutrient status, stress levels 😵‍♀️, and even gut health 🦠. Subtle changes in timing, flow, or symptoms can be early clues 🔍 that something’s out of balance, long before it shows up on standard lab work.

When you track, you can:
🌀 Spot patterns in mood, energy, and cravings.
💪 Time workouts and nutrition for each phase of your cycle.
⚖️ Identify signs of hormonal imbalances like low progesterone, estrogen dominance, or thyroid issues.
🌸 Support fertility or healthy perimenopause transitions.

The best part? 🎉 You don’t need anything fancy—just a notebook 📓 or a simple app 📱 to log cycle days, symptoms, and changes. Over time, you’ll build a detailed picture of your hormonal rhythm, making it easier to work with your body instead of against it.

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