Balanced Health - Melissa Michelle Clay, FNP

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NEW BLOG POST — When Your Labs Are “Normal” but You Still Don’t Feel RightHave you ever been told “Everything looks norm...
11/18/2025

NEW BLOG POST — When Your Labs Are “Normal” but You Still Don’t Feel Right

Have you ever been told “Everything looks normal”… while you’re still exhausted, bloated, foggy, anxious, or just not yourself?

You’re not imagining it.
And you’re definitely not alone.

Most routine labs only look for disease, not imbalance — which means so many women are told they’re “fine” even when their body is giving them every sign that something deeper is going on.

This week’s blog breaks down:

🔹 Why “normal” lab ranges often miss the real problem
🔹 What optimal ranges actually look like
🔹 The root-cause markers traditional panels don’t include
🔹 Why symptoms can be very real even when results appear “fine”
🔹 How deeper testing finally gives you answers that make sense

If you’ve been dismissed… or if something in your gut says, “There has to be more to this,” this one’s for you.

Read the full blog post here: https://www.restorebalancedhealth.com/blog/when-your-labs-are-normal-but-you-still-dont-feel-right
And if you’re ready for someone to take you seriously, hear your story, and actually help you connect the dots — you can schedule a free consultation anytime.

You don’t have to settle for “normal.”
You deserve to feel like yourself again.

11/18/2025

If your labs came back ‘normal’ but your symptoms are screaming that something is wrong… you’re right to question it.

Normal doesn’t mean optimal.
Normal doesn’t mean your body is functioning well.
Normal definitely doesn’t mean “you’re fine.”

In this video, I’m sharing the exact reason so many people stay sick despite “normal labs” — and what you can do next to finally get clarity.

If you’re tired of guessing, start with the right tests.

👇 Grab my free guide, “5 Labs Your Doctor Should Be Getting.”
[https://www.restorebalancedhealth.com/5labtests]

Your symptoms deserve answers — not dismissal.

Feeling that sick season is officially here? 😷If you’re looking to support your body naturally, quercetin is a nutrient ...
11/18/2025

Feeling that sick season is officially here? 😷
If you’re looking to support your body naturally, quercetin is a nutrient worth knowing about! 🌿

Quercetin is a plant-based antioxidant found in foods like apples, onions, and berries. It’s known for its ability to help the body manage inflammation and support a healthy immune response — which can be especially helpful this time of year. 🍎🧅✨

Whether you get it from whole foods or supplements, adding more quercetin-rich options into your routine might give your wellness a gentle boost as we move through colder months. ❄️💪

✨ Disclaimer: This post is for general informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always speak with a healthcare professional before starting any new supplement, especially if you have medical conditions or take medications.

A Different Kind of Gratitude ListThis time of year, it’s easy to focus on what we don’t have — more energy, better slee...
11/17/2025

A Different Kind of Gratitude List

This time of year, it’s easy to focus on what we don’t have — more energy, better sleep, fewer cravings, a body that feels “just right.” But today, let’s pause and shift that perspective.

Gratitude is powerful medicine. When we focus on what our bodies can do — how they carry us, heal us, and speak to us — we begin to restore balance from the inside out.

Today, I’m grateful for:
– Energy that lasts all day
– Restful sleep
– Balanced hormones
– Food that fuels instead of controls
– A mind at peace

What’s one thing your body has done for you lately that you’re grateful for? 💛
Tell us below — we’d love to celebrate it with you.

I tucked these little Paper White bulbs into a vase this week… and now I’m just waiting for them to do what they were cr...
11/17/2025

I tucked these little Paper White bulbs into a vase this week… and now I’m just waiting for them to do what they were created to do.
Slowly. Quietly. In their own timing.

There’s something peaceful about watching growth you can’t rush.
Even when it looks like “nothing is happening,” so much is happening underneath.

A good reminder for me in this busy season — not everything beautiful blooms overnight.

🌿✨ Sunday Supplement Spotlight: QUERCETIN ✨🌿Your natural antihistamine + inflammation soother 💚🍏 What Is Quercetin?Querc...
11/17/2025

🌿✨ Sunday Supplement Spotlight: QUERCETIN ✨🌿

Your natural antihistamine + inflammation soother 💚

🍏 What Is Quercetin?

Quercetin is a powerful plant flavonoid found in apples, onions, berries & leafy greens.
Think of it as nature’s allergy + inflammation support.

💚✨ Top Benefits

🟩 Natural antihistamine — helps stabilize mast cells & reduce histamine
🔥 Calms inflammation throughout the body
🛡️ Immune support — strong antioxidant protection
🌱 Gut support — helps strengthen the gut lining
💨 Respiratory support — useful during allergy season

⚠️ Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you have medical conditions, take medications, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.

🍓✨ C the Difference in Your Weight Loss Journey! 💛Vitamin C is a small nutrient with big power ⚡It helps your body turn ...
11/15/2025

🍓✨ C the Difference in Your Weight Loss Journey! 💛

Vitamin C is a small nutrient with big power ⚡
It helps your body turn fat into energy, manage stress, and keep your metabolism running smoothly 🚀

Add some oranges, kiwi, or broccoli to your day — and fuel your glow + goals 🌈

11/15/2025

💪🍋 Vitamin C & Weight Loss: The Glow-Up Combo! ✨

Did you know? Vitamin C doesn’t just brighten your skin — it can boost your fitness journey too! 🏃‍♀️🔥

💛 Helps your body burn fat more efficiently during exercise
🌿 Supports a healthy metabolism
🍊 Aids in muscle recovery after workouts
🧠 Reduces stress hormones that can lead to weight gain

Fill your plate with citrus fruits, bell peppers, and berries — your body (and skin!) will thank you 🌞💪

🌞 Glow From Within with Vitamin C! 🍊✨Ready to C that natural glow? 😉Vitamin C is your skin’s BFF — it helps brighten dul...
11/14/2025

🌞 Glow From Within with Vitamin C! 🍊✨

Ready to C that natural glow? 😉
Vitamin C is your skin’s BFF — it helps brighten dull skin, fade dark spots, and boost collagen for that firm, youthful look 💆‍♀️💛

It’s also a powerful antioxidant, protecting your skin from pollution, sun damage, and everyday stress 🌿☀️

Whether you get it from a serum or a smoothie — your skin will thank you! 🥝🍋
✨ Glow smarter. Glow brighter. Glow with Vitamin C! ✨

Boost your glow + immune power with a daily dose of 🍊 Vitamin C!Glow up from the inside out 💛
11/13/2025

Boost your glow + immune power with a daily dose of 🍊 Vitamin C!
Glow up from the inside out 💛

Why You’re Always Tired — Even After Sleeping All NightYou go to bed on time. You sleep through the night. But when the ...
11/12/2025

Why You’re Always Tired — Even After Sleeping All Night

You go to bed on time. You sleep through the night.
But when the alarm goes off, you feel like you’ve barely slept at all.
☕️ You reach for coffee.
🍬 You crave sugar.
💤 You promise yourself you’ll “catch up on sleep this weekend.”

Sound familiar? You’re not lazy — your body’s trying to tell you something.

When cortisol (your stress and energy hormone) gets out of rhythm, your body stops waking up the way it should.

You end up feeling wired at night and exhausted in the morning — no matter how much sleep you get.

The good news? It’s fixable. 🙌

In my newest post, I share:
✨ Why your cortisol rhythm may be out of sync
🧪 The only way to truly test it (hint: it’s not a blood test)
🚶‍♀️ A simple daily step that can make a real difference — a 10-minute walk after meals
If you’re tired of feeling tired, this one’s for you.
👉 Read the full post here:
restorebalancedhealth.com/blog/why-you-wake-up-tired-even-after-a-full-nights-sleep

If you’re doing “all the right things” but still struggling with fatigue, cravings, or midsection weight gain…👉 It might...
11/12/2025

If you’re doing “all the right things” but still struggling with fatigue, cravings, or midsection weight gain…
👉 It might not be a lack of willpower — it could be insulin resistance.

When your cells stop responding to insulin, your body stores energy instead of using it.

Over time, that can lead to:
⚖️ Weight gain
🧠 Brain fog
💤 Afternoon fatigue
💔 PCOS, heart disease, and more

The good news? You can turn it around.
It starts with understanding what’s really going on beneath the surface.

📋 Download my free *nsulin Resistance Checklist to learn the early warning signs:
https://restorebalancedhealth.com/free-insulin-resistance-checklist

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