Strong on Health

01/29/2026

We are happy to be back in the office today! ⛄️

For anyone who plans on coming in today, please be aware that the parking lot and sidewalks in the complex are still very icy! ⛷️

Though we look forward to seeing you, please use extreme caution! ⚠️

01/27/2026

For all you Texans who are experiencing this weather, we are hopeful that you are able to seize the opportunity to get some well deserved rest.

Sleep isn’t something most of us struggle with because we lack effort or good intentions — it’s often because our bodies are asking for something different, something more supportive and individualized.

Today Dustin Strong, Holistic Nutritionist & Wellness Specialist shared Part 2 of his sleep series, and it highlights one of the most overlooked, yet powerful, aspects of sleep: timing — when we eat and when we rest. Even small shifts in these areas can help the body find rhythm and deeper rest.

https://www.strongonhealth.com/single-post/why-sleep-eludes-us-and-how-to-find-our-way-back-part-2-of-a-4-part-series

And there’s science that supports this approach in a broader way too. A recent Lancet analysis reminds us that tiny, realistic improvements in sleep, diet, and movement — even just a few extra minutes a day — are linked with meaningful benefits for long-term health and years lived in good health. Small changes don’t need to feel insignificant; they stack up in ways that matter.

So if you’re feeling discouraged because sleep feels just out of reach, celebrate what is moving in the right direction — even the smallest improvement is still progress. And sometimes that little nudge is all it takes to unlock a bigger shift later on.

Part 2 is live now — and if sleep has been harder than it should be, we hope this message brings you both hope and support. 🤍

**If it is something you are ready to "put to bed" ;) check out our upcoming Sleep retreat linked in the blog.

Sleep & Timing — When Consistency Becomes MedicineWhy When You Eat and When You Sleep Matters More Than You ThinkBy Dustin Strong, CHN, ACNOne of the most overlooked aspects of sleep has nothing to do with supplements, sleep aids, or even bedtime routines.It’s timing.A woman in her 60s came to s...

01/27/2026

Out of an abundance of caution, our office will remain closed Tuesday, January 27th to help ensure the safety of our clients and staff.

We sincerely appreciate your understanding as we prioritize everyone’s well-being. We hope and plan to open for normal business hours on Wednesday.

Thank you for your patience and continued support. Please stay safe and warm.

01/26/2026

Due to potentially hazardous road conditions following the weekend winter storm, our office will be closed Monday, January 26th to help ensure the safety of our clients and staff.

We sincerely appreciate your understanding as we prioritize everyone’s well-being. We will continue to monitor the weather and conditions throughout the day before determining whether to open for normal business hours on Tuesday.

Thank you for your patience and continued support. Please stay safe and warm.

01/23/2026

The Cardiometabolic Mastery continuing education seminar is next weekend! Holistic health expertise, curated goodie bags, organic & chef-prepared meals, and community with other healers. LINK IN BIO to register - Can’t wait to see you there!

01/23/2026

Sometimes the best medicine really is laughter.

This old clip reminded me how important it is to not take ourselves too seriously.

This popped up in my memories after a fun conversation with a super fan, and it made me smile all over again.

A silly little throwback moment from years ago when I found myself in a very unexpected “teaching” role with Dirk Nowitzki

😄

Always grateful for the fun moments and great people along the way — shoutout to the Dallas Mavericks for making this possible.

Not serious. Not polished. Just a fun reminder that life (and work) should include moments that make you laugh.

🎥

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

01/22/2026

🧠 The Urgency of Brain Health Is Real — Especially in the “Parkinson’s Belt”

Across America — especially in the region once known as the Rust Belt — communities are facing higher exposure to environmental toxins that are now being linked to neurodegenerative diseases, memory loss, and cognitive decline.

This is not fear-based messaging.
This is a call to action.

For years, Dustin Strong, Holistic Nutritionist & Wellness Specialist has worked closely with individuals and families impacted by Parkinson’s and cognitive decline.

We’ve seen firsthand that there is so much more people can do — beyond medications alone — to protect the brain, detox harmful chemicals, and support lifelong cognitive vitality.

✨ Prevention is possible
✨ Brain health is trainable
✨ Detoxification is real
✨ Cognitive decline is not inevitable

That’s why he's teaching:

“The Urgency of Brain Health: A Call to Action for Lifelong Vitality”

Multiple times in multiple cities:
📍 Starting in Pasadena, CA – May 6th
🎓 6 CE Seminar

This movement is about empowerment, education, and proactive prevention — especially for those who are concerned about memory, Parkinson’s, and long-term cognitive function.

🎥 We highly encourage you to watch and share this important video to understand why awareness matters:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9vo_UUoGjo

We’ve also created a YouTube playlist dedicated to The Parkinson’s Plan because education saves lives — and knowledge creates power.

If you or someone you love lives in the Parkinson’s Belt, this message is for you:

🧠 You are not powerless
🌿 You are not stuck
💛 There is more you can do
🔥 And it starts with awareness

This is bigger than one seminar.
This is a brain health movement.
And it’s just getting started.

To try Brilliant for free, visit brilliant.org/scishow or scan the QR code onscreen—or you can click on the link in the description. You’ll also get 20% off ...

01/22/2026

Strong on Health Family and Friends,

We’re closely monitoring the local forecast.
If inclement weather creates unsafe conditions for our clients and staff, we’ll share updates about any potential office closures here.

Stay safe and warm!

01/21/2026

📣 Gotu Kola — The Longevity Herb Everyone Should Know About! 🌿

I just had to share this recent clinical study showing how oral Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica) dramatically improved ulcer healing and microcirculation in people with chronic venous insufficiency. After 90 days, ulcer healing rates were significantly higher and wound size shrank far more in the group taking the herb in addition to standard care.

This isn’t just about wound healing — it’s about strengthening microcirculation, supporting tissue repair, and optimizing vascular health in ways that show up across so many systems we care about in holistic practice. Multiple reviews have also found that Centella asiatica supports improved vascular function and enhanced microcirculatory parameters in conditions like chronic venous insufficiency.

👉 Why this matters: Gotu kola is one of the herbs I rely on most in clinical practice — from brain restoration work to cardio-metabolic support — because its triterpenoids and phytochemicals help reinforce vascular tone, encourage angiogenesis, and accelerate healing. Research like this study just strengthens the case for thinking beyond just isolated use cases.

I want everyone — practitioners, students, and clinicians — to know about this herb, how it works, and how to use it with confidence. These mechanisms have relevance well beyond venous ulcers, and I’ll be diving into them in depth at my upcoming seminars on Brain Restoration and Cardio-Metabolic Integration this year. 🧠❤

If you’ve ever wondered how herbs like gotu kola work at a physiological level — or how to confidently incorporate them into complex cases — I’d love to see you at one of these events!

📚 Read the full study here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40719428/

In venous ulcerations, Centellicum® supplementation in combination with ulcer management, improved microcirculation parameters and ulcer healing rate. Most of the treatments were done at home by the patients or by their tutors. This study indicates a potential role of Centellicum®

01/20/2026

Over the past several weeks, we’ve noticed something quietly but consistently showing up in our practice:
sleep.

Not just trouble falling asleep — but staying asleep, waking unrefreshed, feeling foggy, wired, or exhausted despite “doing all the right things.”

What’s become clear is this:
Sleep is not eluding people because they’re failing.
Sleep is eluding people because their bodies are asking for something different.

Light.
Timing.
Nervous system support.
Stress regulation.
Safety.

There is a profound need right now to slow this conversation down and meet it with compassion, science, and hope — not more pressure or quick fixes.

So today, Dustin Strong, Holistic Nutritionist & Wellness Specialist is beginning a short blog series sharing real stories from his practice. Each one highlights a different reason sleep can quietly break down — and how, when the right obstacle is addressed, rest can begin to return.

If sleep has been hard for you, please know this:
You are not broken.
Your body is not failing you.
And better sleep is not out of reach.

This series is offered with care, curiosity, and deep respect for the body’s wisdom — for anyone who is longing to rest more deeply again 🤍

Crazy Water knows how important this is, and we are grateful that they are supporting the upcoming Crazy Wellness Sleep Retreat in Visit Mineral Wells

By Dustin Strong, CHN, ACNSleep is rarely broken for just one reason.Over the coming weeks, I’ll be sharing a series of real client stories — each revealing a different obstacle that was quietly standing in the way of deep, restorative sleep. These are not stories of failure, but of discovery. T...

01/19/2026

We’re officially on Day 9 of Purification, and today’s message is an important one: give yourself grace.

Not everyone does this perfectly every time — and that’s OK. 💛

I’ve had a couple of honest confessions from people who are deeply committed to their health but found themselves dipping into the “naughty list.”

The good news?

They owned it, released the guilt, and are ready to move forward and finish the month strong. That’s what real health looks like — awareness, not perfection.

We’ll also be talking weight loss, since I’ve been getting a lot of questions lately. I want to share some important insights about the growing trend of taking the “fast pass” with GLP-1 medications — including what’s often not discussed, the potential risks, and why sustainable healing still matters.

If you’ve felt discouraged, curious, tempted, or just need a reset — this conversation is for you.
Come join me live. Let’s realign, refocus, and keep moving forward together. 🌿💪

01/19/2026

🎙️ NEW EPISODE: Truth or Trend? The Holistic Breakdown – Episode 46

Some diagnoses can make it feel like the door to healing has quietly closed.

But what if healing isn’t about chasing cures…
What if it’s about removing the obstacles that block the body’s innate capacity to respond?

In this deeply meaningful episode, we sit down with Dr. Kotlerman for a conversation rooted in integrity, compassion, and real clinical experience.

From nutritional therapy to tonal, low-force chiropractic care…
From walking the Camino de Santiago to graduating with honors from Life West Chiropractic College…

Dr. Kotlerman’s journey has been guided by one essential question:

What does the body still have access to, when it is truly supported?

✨ In this episode, we explore:
• What true healing actually means
• Why removing obstacles is often the first step
• Tonal, sustained-contact chiropractic care and nervous system support
• Thought-provoking clinical experiences supporting individuals living with ALS
• The difference between empowerment and false hope
• Why integrity matters deeply in holistic care
• How expanding awareness can reduce isolation for individuals and families facing complex diagnoses

This conversation is not about replacing medical care or making claims.

It’s about expanding the healing dialogue, honoring lived experience, and recognizing that realism and possibility can coexist.

If you or someone you love is navigating ALS—or any life-altering diagnosis—this episode offers perspective, compassion, and a reminder that support comes in many forms.

✨ Healing isn’t always about doing more. Sometimes, it’s about clearing the way.

https://youtu.be/1MUJr8lo2J8

🎧 Listen now and share with someone who needs to hear this today.

🎙️ Truth or Trend? The Holistic Breakdown | What True Healing Really Takes with Dr. KotlermanSome diagnoses can make it feel like the door to healing has qu...