Strong on Health

03/30/2026

03/25/2026

There’s a lot of buzz right now around a new asthma treatment being called a “game-changer” the first major advancement in 50 years.

And while innovation in medicine is something to celebrate… I believe this conversation deserves a deeper, more balanced perspective.

In my latest blog, I explore:

- What this new medication actually does in the body
- The role of eosinophils in immune health (and why that matters)
- The often-overlooked question of long-term tradeoffs
- And why we must continue exploring simpler, more supportive approaches to healing

I also share a real-world case from a practitioner I mentor
where an asthma patient experienced significant improvement in just one week through a much more foundational intervention.

This isn’t about rejecting modern medicine.
It’s about expanding the lens and asking better questions.

Because true healing should always consider the whole body not just the symptom.

If you or someone you love is navigating asthma or respiratory challenges, I invite you to read this and reflect with an open mind.

A recent article titled “A New Dawn in Asthma Care: The First New Treatment in 50 Years Offers Hope” highlights the promise of benralizumab, a monoclonal antibody designed to reduce asthma and COPD flare-ups by targeting eosinophils - immune cells involved in inflammation.At first glance, this d...

03/23/2026

We recorded a really interesting episode today for Truth or Trend?

The Holistic Breakdown that will be released next Monday… and it led us into a conversation I’d love your thoughts on.

In the meantime, I came across this video from Harvard University discussing research suggesting that coffee may reduce the risk of multiple diseases—including several cancers.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5d6LRUOsYbU

That’s a pretty bold statement.

And honestly… it raises a bigger question:

👉 Is coffee a daily health strategy… or are we oversimplifying a much more complex picture?

Because as we explored in today’s recording, coffee isn’t just “coffee.”

It’s:
• a source of powerful polyphenols (like chlorogenic acids)
• a daily ritual for many people
• but also something that varies widely in quality, sourcing, preparation, and dose

And when something becomes a daily habit, those details start to matter more.

So I’m curious—

What do you think?

Do you view coffee as:
☕️ A beneficial longevity tool
☕️ A neutral daily habit
☕️ Something to be more cautious with

Or… do you think the answer depends entirely on how it’s being used?

We’ll be unpacking all of this (including mushroom coffee, quality, and what actually drives benefit) in next week’s episode.

Would love to hear your perspective 👇

Coffee is everywhere, through history and across the world. And increasingly, science is demonstrating that its popularity is a good thing.Harvard scientists...

03/20/2026

I love when something comes across my desk that makes me pause and rethink what we think we know…

A colleague of mine, Dr. Jeff Crippen, recently shared a new piece of research with me (still early, not yet peer-reviewed), and it sparked a really important question:

👉 What if what we eat today is shaping how we sleep tonight—faster than we realized?

One of the most fascinating findings?

Fiber.

Higher fiber intake was associated with:

✔ More deep sleep
✔ More REM sleep
✔ Better overnight recovery

And this brings up a conversation I’ve been having more and more lately…

With the growing popularity of carnivore-style diets, I keep coming back to one simple question:

What about fiber?

Not from a place of criticism—but from a place of curiosity and completeness.

Because what we remove matters…
but what we fail to include may matter more.

I also share something I’ve observed clinically (and heard from many of you):

👉 Heavier meals can help you sleep longer
…but may actually lead to less efficient recovery

Which is a very different goal.

If you’re interested in longevity, brain health, and truly restorative sleep, I think you’ll find this conversation meaningful.

I put together a new blog breaking all of this down—including what I personally do to support fiber intake day-to-day.

Would love to hear your thoughts on this one 👇

I love when emerging research challenges us to pause and rethink what we think we know.Before we begin, let me set the stage clearly—this is a preprint study, meaning it has not yet been peer-reviewed. So this is not clinical truth… yet.But it is compelling. And perhaps more importantly, it alig...

03/19/2026

This is why personalized, clinically guided care matters…

I recently reviewed labs for a client who looked “pretty healthy” on the surface.

But when we looked deeper, a different story emerged:

Very low Omega-3 Index

Low Vitamin D

Elevated lipase (pancreatic stress marker)

Elevated eosinophils (possible immune or parasitic signal)

Now here’s the important part…

Most people would look at just one of these and jump straight to:
👉 “Take more fish oil”
👉 “Take vitamin D”

But physiology doesn’t work in isolation.

If we had pushed high-dose omega-3s immediately, we may have:
⚠️ Overloaded a stressed digestive system
⚠️ Reduced absorption
⚠️ Missed the root cause entirely

Instead, the approach became:
✔️ Support digestion and bile flow first
✔️ Address potential underlying immune burden
✔️ Then strategically rebuild omega-3 status

Same labs. Completely different outcome depending on the strategy.

This is the difference between:
❌ Taking supplements
✅ Following a sequenced, clinically-informed plan

Because healing isn’t about doing more…

It’s about doing things in the right order.

And that’s where experience matters.

03/18/2026

🧠 Your omega-3 status today may be shaping your brain health decades from now…

A large new study (217,000+ participants, followed for over 8 years) found that higher blood levels of omega-3s were linked to a lower risk of early-onset dementia—before age 65.

But here’s the part I find most meaningful as a practitioner:

👉 They didn’t rely on food journals.
👉 They measured actual omega-3 levels in the blood.

Because what you eat and what your body absorbs and uses… are not always the same.

This is exactly why tools like the Omega-3 Index (OmegaQuant testing) can be so valuable.

Instead of guessing if you’re “getting enough,” you can:
✔️ Measure your baseline
✔️ Personalize your intake
✔️ Track your progress over time

And this study adds to a growing body of evidence that:
Higher omega-3 status isn’t just about heart health—it's deeply connected to brain resilience too.

Now—this isn’t a magic bullet.
But it is a powerful reminder that:

✨ Small, consistent inputs matter
✨ Objective data matters
✨ Prevention starts long before symptoms

💡 The real question becomes:
Are you guessing… or are you measuring?

Because when it comes to your brain, proactive is always better than reactive 💙

03/17/2026

✨ A simple, science-backed way to calm your nervous system… in just 24 minutes

When anxiety starts to creep in, many of us instinctively reach for music—and it turns out, that instinct is powerful.

New research suggests that about 24 minutes of intentional music listening may provide the most meaningful reduction in anxiety symptoms. Not 5 minutes. Not background noise. But a dedicated window where your brain actually has time to settle, shift, and respond.

Even more interesting—music layered with binaural beats (auditory beat stimulation) may enhance this effect by gently guiding the brain into calmer states.

🧠 Think of it like this:
The first few minutes help you arrive
The next phase helps your brain downshift
And the remaining time allows your body to actually feel safe again

Here’s how you can try it:
• Set aside ~24 minutes
• Use headphones (important for binaural beats)
• Search “binaural beats” or “relaxation frequencies”
• Let it be intentional—not just background noise

In a world that constantly pulls your attention outward, this is a gentle way to come back inward.

Sometimes healing doesn’t have to be complicated.
Sometimes it sounds like your favorite song 🎶

New research suggests listening to music for about 24 minutes, especially tracks with auditory beat stimulation, may offer meaningful anxiety relief.

03/15/2026

is with and his client, elite athlete at the Little Elm/Dallas triathlon today! 🏊 🚴🏃‍♀️

03/09/2026

What we say to ourselves is not just emotional encouragement.
It is biological instruction.

And sometimes the most powerful instruction we can give our body is this:

“This isn’t the end of the story.”

In today’s episode of Truth or Trend?, we sit down with gold medal para-athlete Trent Fielder for a conversation that goes far beyond athletics.

Trent shares his journey from being told there were no more answers…
to rebuilding his health and strength in extraordinary ways.

From:
• 14 medications → zero
• Surviving → gaining 20 pounds of muscle
• Frustration → becoming a messenger of hope

This episode is about what happens when someone decides to participate in their healing rather than surrender to a diagnosis.

We talk about:
• What it feels like to be told there are no solutions
• The mindset required to begin again
• How nutrition can rebuild strength at any level
• Why muscle is medicine
• The courage it takes to take responsibility for your health

If you or someone you love has ever felt stuck, dismissed, or out of options — this conversation will resonate deeply.

Healing isn’t passive.
It’s participatory.

And sometimes it begins with one brave decision.

🎧 Listen to today’s episode of Truth or Trend?

https://youtu.be/YTqPTGYELkY

What if the diagnosis wasn’t the end of the story?In this powerful episode, we sit down with gold medal para-athlete Trent Fielder to talk about resilience, ...

03/06/2026

Good morning, friends. ☀️

It feels like The Optimist Daily is walking right alongside us lately when it comes to conversations about health and healing.

With Daylight Saving Time approaching, many people will notice the effects of losing an hour of sleep—but for some, especially those navigating depression, anxiety, or other mental health challenges, the shift can feel much more significant. Research shows that changes to our sleep patterns can affect mood, energy, focus, and even overall health.

At Strong On Health, we believe these conversations matter. Sleep is not just rest—it’s one of the most powerful foundations for emotional resilience, healing, and well-being.

That’s why we’re sharing this article today. If you or someone you care about struggles during this seasonal shift, please know you are not alone. Sometimes simply understanding what’s happening in the body—and having a few supportive tools—can make the transition a little gentler.

A few helpful reminders from the article:
• Get morning sunlight soon after waking to help reset your body’s internal clock
• Move your body during the day—exercise supports your natural rhythm
• Limit caffeine after lunch and avoid heavy evening meals
• Create a calming wind-down routine before bed
• Keep your bedroom cool, dark, and quiet

Most importantly—be patient with yourself. Our bodies are adaptable, and with a little care and compassion, balance returns.

As we leave the office today to head to our Sleep Retreat, the timing of this conversation couldn’t be better. Rest is not a luxury—it’s a vital part of living well.

Please take good care of yourselves this week, and if someone in your life may be struggling, feel free to share this with them. Knowledge and support are powerful medicine.

Rest well, everyone. 🌙

Practical tips to help you navigate the time change smoothly and stay well-rested.

03/04/2026

This weekend we “spring forward,” and while losing an hour may not seem like much, research shows it can have a real impact on our health.

Studies have shown:
• A 24% increase in heart attacks on the Monday after the time change
• An 8% increase in ischemic strokes in the first two days following the shift

Sleep disruption affects our nervous system, stress hormones, blood pressure, and ultimately our hearts.

I’m going LIVE to share a few simple things you can do this weekend to protect your heart and support your body during the transition.

This is also why our Sleep Retreat this weekend couldn’t come at a better time.

Even if you aren’t attending, I’ll share a few practices you can follow at home to support deep, restorative sleep.

💙 Please share this video with someone you love. A small step toward better sleep could make a big difference.

ALSO — I’m excited to introduce something new we’re starting here at Strong On Health, inspired by one of our newest team members, Alicia!

We believe that when someone makes the decision to invest in their health and longevity, it deserves to be celebrated.

So starting this month:

✨ Every time someone invests in a General Health Pack, their name will be entered into a monthly drawing.

Each month we’ll be giving away our current monthly promotion for FREE to one member of our community.

It’s our way of saying thank you for choosing to prioritize your health and for being part of this journey with us.

Join me live to hear more — and please invite someone who could benefit from this message.

Let’s protect our hearts and support each other in living strong and well.

03/02/2026

🚨 NEW EPISODE LIVE — Truth or Trend? - The Holistic Breakdown Podcast 🚨

Is your bra supporting your health… or silently working against it?

Episode 52 dives into one of the most overlooked conversations in modern wellness — how clothing may impact lymphatic flow, hormone balance, and toxic exposure.

We sat down with Michael Drescher of Vibrant Body Company to separate truth from trend and explore questions many women have never been encouraged to ask.

This episode covers:
✅ Breast health awareness
✅ Lymphatic circulation
✅ Hidden chemicals in fabrics
✅ Detox support & health empowerment

This conversation isn’t about fear.

It’s about learning, awareness, and making informed choices for ourselves and the people we love.

If you know someone passionate about women’s health, please share this episode with them ❤️

🎧 Watch Episode 52 here:
https://youtu.be/ElCWmtrTpwI

From surviving… to thriving.
— Strong On Health

Episode 52 – Truth or Trend? The Holistic BreakdownIs your bra supporting your health… or silently working against it?In this powerful episode, we sit down w...