Mt.Taylor Functional Medicine,Nutrition &Muscle

03/24/2026

⚠️ Blood Pressure Medication: Lifesaving… or Lifelong Dependence?

Most Americans are told one thing:
👉 “You have high blood pressure. Take this forever.”

And they do.
No questions asked.
No deeper investigation.

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💊 What blood pressure medications actually do:

They help:
• Lower pressure in the arteries
• Reduce strain on the heart
• Decrease risk of stroke and heart attack

👉 In many cases, they are necessary and protective

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🚨 But here’s what most people are NOT told:

These medications do NOT fix the root cause

High blood pressure is often driven by:
• Insulin resistance
• Chronic inflammation
• Poor gut health
• Stress physiology (sympathetic dominance)
• Mineral imbalances

👉 The medication manages the symptom… not the system

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⚡ What can happen long-term (depending on the medication):
• Mineral depletion (magnesium, potassium)
• Fatigue + reduced exercise capacity
• Metabolic slowdown
• Blood sugar dysregulation
• Low libido or mood changes
• Fluid retention (swelling)

👉 Not in everyone—but common enough to matter

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🧠 The bigger issue:

People are conditioned to believe:

“Once you start a medication… you’re on it for life.”

That’s not always true.

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🔬 Functional Medicine Perspective:

Blood pressure is not just a diagnosis.
It’s a signal.

A signal that something deeper is off:
• Your metabolism
• Your mitochondria
• Your vascular system
• Your nervous system

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💪 The real goal:

Use medication if needed for safety
BUT…

At the same time:
• Build muscle (your metabolic engine)
• Fix insulin sensitivity
• Restore gut health
• Correct nutrient deficiencies
• Regulate stress + nervous system

👉 Then reassess

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🧭 The truth:

Blood pressure meds don’t “ruin” your body…

…but staying on them forever
WITHOUT asking why you needed them?

👉 That’s where people get stuck.

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🔥 Final thought:

Don’t just manage your condition.
Understand it.

03/23/2026

Weekend Recap: Full Speed, Full Fun 🔥

What a weekend. Two full days of nonstop movement, energy, and excitement.

We went from one event to the next—running, laughing, barely catching our breath—and honestly, that was the best part. No slowing down, no overthinking… just living in the moment and soaking it all in.

From the roar and adrenaline of NHRA to the precision and rhythm of spring training baseball, it was a front-row seat to what high-level performance really looks like. Different sports, same theme—discipline, power, focus.

Watching those athletes reminded me of something I talk about all the time… the human body is capable of incredible things when it’s trained, fueled, and pushed with purpose.

But this weekend wasn’t just about performance—it was about experience.
The kind where you’re tired, a little sunburned, constantly on the move… and still don’t want it to end.

Two days. Nonstop.
Memories made, energy high, and already ready to do it again.

This is what life should feel like—full. 💥

03/20/2026

🔬 Post: Your Mouth & Your Health

Do you—or someone you know—have:
• Rotten or damaged teeth
• Crooked or misaligned teeth
• A chewing palate that just doesn’t feel right

Most people don’t realize this, but these issues can significantly impact nutrition and overall health.

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In 2016, nearing age 50, I started noticing facial collapse and changes in my ability to breathe and chew. I knew my mouth was part of the problem—but I didn’t yet understand the full extent.

Starting in 2021, I spent 2.5 years working with a maxillofacial surgeon to correct the root cause:
crisscross bite and structural misalignment.

My treatment included:
• Palatal expansion
• Bilateral bone grafting (right and left upper jaw)
• Sinus lift
• Full bite (occlusal) correction

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🧠 Why This Matters

You must be able to chew properly to nourish your body.

If your teeth are misaligned—or if there is decay or bacterial buildup—this can lead to:
• Poor breakdown of food
• Reduced nutrient absorption
• Chronic bacterial load in the mouth

That bacteria doesn’t stay in the mouth.
It can contribute to:
• Gut dysfunction
• Ongoing inflammation
• Difficulty healing, no matter what you try

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⚠️ Clinical Truth

If the mouth isn’t healthy—structurally or bacterially—
the gut will struggle, and nutrition will always be compromised.

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⚡ Takeaway

Your health doesn’t start in your gut…
it starts with your ability to chew, break down food, and maintain a healthy oral environment.

03/19/2026

Testosterone Isn’t Just a Male Hormone — Women Need It Too 💪

Testosterone plays an important role in the female body. When levels are balanced, it helps support energy, strength, brain function, and overall vitality.

Here are some of the key ways testosterone supports women’s health:

👁 Eye Comfort

• Supports healthy tear production
• Helps maintain eye lubrication and comfort

❤️ Heart & Vascular Health

• Helps regulate triglycerides and cholesterol
• Supports healthy circulation and heart performance

🦴 Bone Health

• Supports bone formation
• Helps maintain bone mineral density

🔥 Sexual & Reproductive Health

• Supports libido and sexual desire
• Helps with arousal and sexual response
• Contributes to healthy tissue function

🧠 Brain Function

• Supports focus and concentration
• Helps memory and verbal learning
• Contributes to spatial awareness

⚡ Mood & Vitality

• Supports overall energy levels
• Helps maintain motivation and emotional balance

💪 Muscle & Physical Performance

• Supports muscle development
• Improves exercise efficiency and recovery

⚙️ Metabolic Health

• Helps maintain healthy metabolism
• Supports energy production

🩸 Blood & Circulation

• Plays a role in healthy blood cell production
• Supports oxygen delivery throughout the body

When testosterone becomes too low, women may notice symptoms such as fatigue, low libido, decreased muscle strength, brain fog, or reduced motivation.

Hormones work best in balance, and optimizing them can be a powerful part of supporting long-term health.

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03/17/2026

🎓 Closing in on the finish line.

As a functional medicine practitioner, when I first saw a Master’s in Integrative Medicine & Holistic Health, I thought, “Oh wow… that’ll be a cinch.”

Well… this degree ended up teaching me the most.
Late nights. Constant thinking about physiology, pharmaceuticals, healing pathways, and how the body’s systems integrate.

Now after 3 bachelor’s degrees and my 3rd master’s degree, I’m in the final 7-month stretch of my Doctorate / PhD.

Funny thing is… I work with a lot of school teachers, and the conversation often comes up about the kids who hate school the most.

Truth is… that used to be me.
In junior high and high school I couldn’t stand school and tried every excuse not to be there.

But somewhere along the way college became home.
I fell in love with learning.
And I can honestly say every professor taught me something valuable.

So here we are…
7 months to go.

Then hopefully this winter I’ll be graduating, writing books, doing research, and seeing where the next chapter takes me.

📚➡️ Onward.

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03/16/2026

Have you ever been to the doctor with symptoms, but EVERY is ok🥼🩺

Parasites: More Common Than You Think 🦠 7-10 women tested, come back positive, especially sushi eaters🍣

Many people think parasites are rare, but they’re actually more common than most realize and can quietly contribute to symptoms for years.

⚠️ Possible Symptoms

• Fatigue & weakness
• Pale skin or iron deficiency
• A**l itching (especially at night)
• Headaches, irritability, brain fog
• Insomnia or sleep disturbances 🌙
• Abdominal discomfort or bloating
• Chronic diarrhea or irregular stools
• Skin irritation or thickened skin
• Sugar cravings 🍬
•Migraines, headaches

🧫 Parasites We Commonly See

• Pinworms
• Roundworms
• Hookworms
• Tapeworms
• Giardia
• Flukes / Liver flukes

🍓 How Exposure Happens

Parasites don’t appear randomly. Exposure can happen through:
• Raw or undercooked sushi 🍣
• Contaminated water
• Travel
• Household transmission
• Fruits and vegetables — even organic and washed produce

⏳ Why “30-Day Cleanses” Often Fall Short

Parasites can hide inside biofilms, protective layers that make them harder to eliminate. Because of this, addressing them often takes longer than 30 days.

🌿 The Functional Medicine Perspective

Instead of just “killing parasites,” we focus on rebuilding the terrain:

• Support liver detox pathways
• Improve digestion
• Restore the gut microbiome
• Address biofilms
• Stabilize blood sugar

Your liver and kidneys already cleanse the body. The goal is to support the body so parasites and pathogens can’t thrive.

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03/12/2026

🚨 Waking Up to P*e at Night? Your Body Might Be Sending an Early Warning

Nighttime urination is called nocturia, and while many people brush it off as “just drinking too much water before bed,” research suggests it may be an early metabolic signal.

In fact, studies show that frequent nighttime urination can appear up to 10 years before a diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes.

Here’s why this happens 👇

When blood sugar starts to rise, the kidneys try to filter excess glucose out of the blood.
Glucose pulls water with it into the urine, which increases urine production — even while you’re sleeping.

This process is called osmotic diuresis.

⚠️ Early signs your metabolism may be struggling:
• Waking up to urinate 2–4 times per night
• Increased thirst
• Afternoon fatigue
• Sugar or carb cravings
• Belly fat or insulin resistance

Your body is incredibly intelligent.
Symptoms often appear years before disease is diagnosed.

Instead of ignoring them, use them as signals to investigate deeper.

🔬 Functional testing that can help identify early metabolic dysfunction:
• Fasting glucose
• HbA1c
• Fasting insulin
• Continuous glucose monitoring
• Metabolic health markers

💡 The good news:
Muscle, movement, nutrition, and sleep can dramatically improve metabolic health before diabetes develops.

Your body whispers before it screams.

Listen early. Strengthen your metabolism. Protect your future.

03/04/2026

HIGH ACHIEVEMENT IS A DAILY DECISION.
In my body, mind, & soul🎯

Every morning I woke up and told myself the same thing:

Be better than yesterday.
Stronger body.
Sharper mind.
Higher standards.

Because when you build a strong body, you build a strong mind.
And that mindset carried me through long nights of studying, pushing for better grades, and showing up every single day with discipline.

Today, I opened the mail and saw something that reminded me that the work matters.

I received my official invitation to the awards ceremony as the 2026 Higher Achievement Award Recipient from the American Naturopathic Medical Association.

Even though my practice is rooted in functional medicine, I pursued this path because I deeply believe in the principles of holistic and naturopathic medicine—treating the body as an interconnected system and honoring the science behind natural healing.

This recognition represents more than an award.
It represents discipline, belief, and relentless effort.

Proof that when you commit to becoming the best version of yourself, the results eventually show up.

Here’s to the pursuit of strength, knowledge, and total achievement.







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02/28/2026

This is the very reason I test the whole body instead of parts and pieces.

🧬 PANCREATIC INSUFFICIENCY — The Hidden Reason You’re Not Progressing

You can eat clean.
You can hit your protein goals.
You can train hard.

But if your pancreas isn’t producing enough digestive enzymes…
You are not absorbing what you’re eating.

No absorption = no muscle.
No muscle = metabolic decline.

🚩 SIGNS OF LOW PANCREATIC OUTPUT:
• Greasy or floating stools
• Bloating after meals
• Undigested food in stool
• Fat-soluble vitamin deficiencies (A, D, E, K)
• Blood sugar instability
• Muscle loss despite adequate protein intake

🔬 FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE TESTING:
• F***l Elastase
• GI-MAP stool analysis
• Fat malabsorption markers
• Calprotectin (inflammation)
• Zonulin (gut barrier)
• Fasting insulin + A1c

💊 WHEN INDICATED, SUPPORT MAY INCLUDE:
• Pancreatic enzymes (lipase-based dosing with meals)
• Ox bile (if fat digestion is impaired)
• Betaine HCl (if low stomach acid coexists)
• Digestive bitters before meals
• Fat-soluble vitamins

🧠 D.R.E.S.S. Protocol:
Diet.
Rest.
Exercise.
Stress regulation.
Strategic supplementation.

At MT Taylor Functional Medicine, we address digestion first — because digestion drives metabolism.

Muscle is the organ of longevity.
But digestion is upstream of muscle.

If you’re doing everything “right” and still not progressing…
It may not be your diet. It may be your pancreas.

02/25/2026

Flex Your Mind 🧠💪🏼

Everyone wants to flex their muscles…
but very few flex their mind.

If you’re comfortable being comfortable
and you’re not happy with your body, strength, or energy — that’s your sign.

Muscle changes with progressive overload:
➕ more reps
➕ more weight
➕ more tension
➕ more consistency

I see women train for years and look the same — not because they don’t work hard, but because they stop at comfortable. They don’t push to adaptation. They don’t create enough stimulus.

Comfort maintains.
Discomfort transforms. 🔥

If you want a stronger body, sharper mind, and resilient soul —
get comfortable being uncomfortable.

Flex your mind.
Your body will follow. 🏋🏼‍♀️✨

— MT Taylor Functional Medicine

02/20/2026