Vida Naturopathics

02/22/2026

Mastering Calm in the Chaos: Star Tribune Feature

Happy to share my recent feature in the Star Tribune! We dive into how cold water immersion is a masterclass in nervous system regulation. When you hit that cold water, your body screams "stress" - but by using functional breathing (gentle, slow nasal breaths and extended exhalations), you teach your mind to find calm in the chaos. This is a game-changer for women navigating the hormonal shifts of perimenopause and menopause. Learn how to turn your breath into your superpower. Don't worry, no icy water required! (But if you do want to include that, I'm your gal!🖖) But in all seriousness, one of the most important factors in longevity and living a healthy happy life, is nervous system regulation. Chronic stress is a killer when our stress tolerance is impaired - it impairs our mental health, damages our arteries, wreaks havoc on our digestive function, and destroys our sleep quality. While we can't get rid of stress, we can enhance our stress resilience, and functional breathing support is absolutely the most powerful (but gentle) way I know to restore and optimize nervous system regulation, and all the many benefits that come with that. To name just a few, we're talking deeper sleep, improved mood, enhanced digestive function, cardiovascular support (healthy blood pressure, increased HRV & improved circulation), better s*x, BETTER EVERYTHING! 💃 🕺

Reach out if you are ready for expert guidance to restore healthy breathing patterns, and turn your breathing into your superpower!

And, click the link below to read the full Star Tribune article!
https://www.startribune.com/minnesota-winter-activities-contrast-therapy-menopause/601583740?utm_source=gift_email

02/21/2026

Resilience is the New Productivity 🌿

We’ve been subtly taught that being "busy" is a badge of honor, but for many of us, it has led to a state where fatigue is constant and anxiety is the background noise of our lives.

True health isn’t just the absence of illness; it’s a well-regulated nervous system. When your nervous system is well regulated, you don't just "get through" the day; you actually have the capacity to enjoy daily life, despite the stresses it throws at us. You can handle challenges without them stealing your physical and mental health.

A Hidden Culprit We Need to Shed Light On: Over-Breathing
As a naturopath, Butyeko Breathing Method practitioner, and an Advanced Oxygen Advantage instructor, I regularly see women who are "over-breathing" without realizing it. If your breath is slightly bigger and faster than your metabolic requirements, you are constantly signaling to your brain that you aren't safe.

This "Safety Signal" is the key to resolving:

✨ Wired-but-tired fatigue
✨ Digestive dysfunction and reflux
✨ Poor sleep and slow recovery
✨ Regular anxiety, and the feeling of being constantly "on edge"

Specializing in women’s health means I understand the unique stressors we face. My goal is to empower you with the tools to enhance your resilience so that life's challenges no longer lead to burnout. This extends far beyond anxiety, dysfunctional breathing (even when subtle) sets us up for digestive symptoms, blood sugar instability, poor sleep, impaired exercise tolerance, chronic muscle tension, headaches, hormonal imbalance, and much more.

But, your breath is your most powerful tool for restoring a sense of calm and inner peace, despite the chaos that may still surround you. If this is resonating, continue reading our latest blog post: https://vidanaturopathics.com/blog-posts/f/the-missing-link-in-women%E2%80%99s-health

So if you recognize that 'pushing through' is just not the answer, and you are ready to explore the empowering magic of your breath, let's chat.

✨ Book a Free Discovery Chat to explore how we can enhance your resilience together - https://l.bttr.to/atuT5
✨ Consultations available globally via Zoom | And in-person if you are based in Minneapolis.

02/20/2026

Is Your "Wind Down" Drink Winding You Up?

If you’re a woman over 40 navigating perimenopause, menopause, or beyond, you’ve likely been told a glass of red wine is "heart healthy" and it's quite possible you really look forward to that glass of wine at the end of a hard day. BUT if you’re struggling with stubborn weight gain, anxiety, IBS symptoms, or restless sleep, that evening reward might be key in holding you back.

I speak from personal & professional experience; and look at the functional science of how alcohol impacts your metabolic health & nervous system. From triggering "starvation mode" in the brain to depleting vital nutrients like Magnesium and B Vitamins, the cost of that glass often outweighs the short term "buzz."

In my latest blog, I explore:

- Why alcohol disrupts restorative sleep and spikes cortisol.

- The link between "moderate" drinking & leaky gut inflammation.

- How Vida's 12-Week Metabolic Balance® personalized nutrition program helps you reset your relationship with food and drink, and your body, using an in-depth analysis your unique blood chemistry.

Stop managing symptoms & start building wellness. This is not about going alcohol-free forever to feel dramatically better; you just need a plan that works with your biochemistry, that will enable you to achieve AND maintain your health goals. When you feel good in mind & body, you are free to make meaningful choices about when to indulge without the negative impact on your health.

Read the full deep-dive on Vida's website! 👇
https://vidanaturopathics.com/blog-posts/f/is-alcohol-really-serving-you

02/19/2026

Your Breath is a Mirror...

To the woman over 40 who feels like her body is constantly in 'survival mode' - your breath is talking to you. It isn't just about 'deep breathing'; it's about how your unique biology handles stress.

In my clinic, we use evidence-based proven techniques, including the BOLT score and HRV tracking, not as rigid biohacks, but as gentle, evidence-backed tools to get deeper insight into nervous system regulation (or dysregulation). And then we personalize our recommendations and support, specifically to you. Your biochemistry, your symptoms, your health & wellness goals, and your schedule, lifestyle, etc. Whether we’re checking your CO2 tolerance or looking at your sleep quality on your wearable tracker, the goal is the same: to move you from 'wired and tired' back into a state of calm & restorative balance when at rest, enhancing your stress resilience in the process, to enable you to deal with the daily stress that's part of life, without it taking a negative toll on your mental & physical health.

To heal, and feel good in your mind & body, you need to address the underlying root causes. Dysfunctional breathing is a crucial one, as until you do your breathing will continue to work against you, silently sending messaging to your nervous system that you are not 'safe'. The right expert guidance & support makes the world of difference; and you need a personalized plan that respects your unique biology. That's why we offer free Discovery Chats. A chance to connect, get answers to your questions, understand the process & feel confident before you move forward with an initial consultation.

Ready to prioritize your health & happiness? Let’s start with a Free Discovery Chat - book here or DM us: https://l.bttr.to/6FqT1

02/18/2026

Why "Within Range" Isn't the Same as 'Optimal'

Our current health system is incredible at managing disease once it arrives. But it wasn’t designed to help you thrive or to avoid that diesease...

If you’ve been told your blood work is "normal" or "within range," yet you still feel exhausted, inflamed, or just "not yourself", you aren't imagining it. There is a massive gap between the absence of disease and the presence of vibrant health.

At Vida Naturopathics, we don't settle for "fine." We look deeper to:

👉 Identify the root causes of your symptoms, so we can address them & get you feeling good again - mind & body!

👉 Move your markers to "optimal".

👉 Empower you with a proactive, evidence-based plan, that works with your body (not aggainst it) to restore vitality & happiness!

It’s time to stop managing symptoms and start building wellness. When we address the root causes, and restore the fundamentals of health & wellbeing, everything starts to change. This means a focus on restoring gut health, metabolic health, addressing chronic inflammation, and supporting your nervous system. And it isn't as complex as you think.

Ready for a deeper look?
👉 Book your initial consultation - https://l.bttr.to/stO0X - or a free Discovery Chat today - https://l.bttr.to/atuT5

02/14/2026

Carrying on this Valentines theme...
Need a better reason to eat your vegetables? 🥗😉

Forget the chocolate and roses. If you want to show your partner (and your body) some real love, look at your plate.

Research clearly shows a direct link between a diet high in vegetable consumption & performance in the bedroom. Why? Lots of reasons, but in a big way it comes down to Vascular Integrity. Foods like leafy greens & beets are high in natural nitrates. These convert into Nitric Oxide, which reduces vascular inflammation and ensures blood goes where it needs to go, when it needs to go there. 😉

Whether it's reducing the risk of ED or naturally boosting libido by calming the nervous system, your vegetables are the ultimate wingman. 🙌

Don't take our word for it; research highlights: 🥦🔥

🔥 18% Lower ED Risk: Men with the highest intake of plant-based foods show significantly lower rates of erectile dysfunction.

🔥 Enhanced Female Arousal: Women on veggie-rich, Mediterranean-style diets report higher scores in arousal, lubrication, and overall satisfaction.

🔥 The Magnesium Boost: Found in greens, magnesium helps increase "free testosterone" levels, naturally supporting libido for both men and women.

🔥 Reduced Inflammation: High vegetable intake lowers C-reactive protein (CRP), protecting the delicate blood vessels required for s*xual response.

🔥 The Mood Factor: Clinical trials link high veggie consumption to lower anxiety and higher "happiness gains"—the ultimate aphrodisiac.

🔥 The "Nitric Oxide" Effect: And yes, leafy greens and beets are high in nitrates that convert to Nitric Oxide; the body's natural vasodilator for increased blood flow and sensitivity.

So, eat like you love yourself. Your body (and your Valentine) will thank you.

Want expert & personalized support to learn how to eat for optimal health & wellbeing? ❤️ We got you! Book a Free Discovery Chat to learn about our 12-week Metabolic Balance personalized nutrition program. https://l.bttr.to/atuT5 ❤️
Or, start your journey with an Initial Naturopathic Consultation today. https://l.bttr.to/stO0X

Trust me when I tell you, good health & wellbeing, makes every other aspect of life SO much better!! 🕺🤸‍♂️💃

02/14/2026

Is your breathing killing the mood? 🤐

We talk a lot about HRV and sleep, but it’s Valentine’s Day today! So, let’s talk about the another kind of performance.

If you’re a mouth-breather, you’re likely missing out on a key player in the bedroom: Nitric Oxide (NO). This "miracle molecule" is produced in your nasal passages, and its primary job is vasodilation (opening up those blood vessels).

In simple terms? Better nasal breathing = better blood flow to all the right places. 😉

Functional breathing doesn't just calm your mind; it improves your "vagal tone," allowing your body to stay in the "Rest, Digest & Play" state longer. This means increased sensitivity, better stamina, and more powerful or***ms. 🍆

Science confirms: Breathe through your nose for a good time! 👃✨

Ready to upgrade your your breathing patterns, and address that dysfunctional breathing? ❤️ Book a Free Discovery Call today!
https://l.bttr.to/6FqT1

02/12/2026

"I’m doing everything right, so why is the scale moving in the wrong direction?"

If you’re in your 40s or 50s (or beyond), you know that the "eat less, move more" mantra suddenly stops working. Shifting hormones can make you feel like your body's working against you; storing fat, losing muscle, and inviting in those nagging inflammatory symptoms that steal your energy and joy.

But menopause doesn't have to be about chronic symptoms and feeling "uncomfortable in your own skin."

At Vida Naturopathics, we specialize in supporting women 40+. Our signature 12-week Metabolic Balance personalized nutrition program gets results, and sets you up beautifully to maintain them long term. This isn’t a generic diet; it’s a biological blueprint based on a deep analysis of your lab panel, designed to support your body to reset your metabolism and address systemic inflammation.

Our clients aren't just losing weight; they are gaining back sleep quality, joint comfort, their energy, and their confidence. As one woman in our community shared: "I finally feel like myself again."

Ready to stop the guesswork and start a plan that actually respects your hormones? ✨ Send us a DM, or book your free discovery chat to find out more: https://vidanaturopathics.practicebetter.io/ #/660f183a9a3610550b7f8520/bookings?s=660f2180331a09c91152b2a5
Let’s make the next 12 weeks the transformation you crave.

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02/10/2026

Why focus on improving your breathing patterns?

Because dysfunctional breathing quietly interferes with everything.

It can impair the function of every body system.

It plays a huge role in how well your nervous system is regulated (directly impacting vagus nerve activity, sympathetic vs parasympathetic tone, heart rate variability (HRV), stress and threat responses).

It directly affects how efficiently oxygen is delivered to every cell, tissue, and organ.

And here’s what is important to understand. 👀

If dysfunctional breathing is left unaddressed, it can quietly hold you back from the healing and rebalancing you’re working so hard for, no matter how many therapies, supplements, or protocols you’re doing.

At a foundational level, your breathing patterns are either supporting your physiology and wellbeing, or placing additional strain on it.

✨ The good news?
Restoring functional breathing patterns is absolutely doable. It doesn’t require perfection, fancy gadgets, or monk-like discipline. It does require intention, guidance, and commitment.

And this is exactly where we support our clients.

Through personalised, science-backed guidance, we help people retrain their breathing in a way that fits their real lives. The result is often an inspiring and transformational journey, with many clients noticing very real improvements in symptoms, energy, sleep, stress resilience and overall wellbeing within days of implementing their recommendations.

Breathing is not just something you do.
It’s something you can learn to do better. 🌿 🫁
DM us to learn more, or book your free discovery chat.

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02/07/2026

Does Metabolic Balance work...?
Hell yes!
But you don't need to take our word for it, there are so many success stories (with a few highlighted below), and a whole podcast dedicated to interviewing real people who have gone through the Metabolic Balance program, sharing their lived experience, challenges, insights, and the changes they noticed along the way.

It’s a great listen for anyone who’s curious but not quite ready to dive in yet, as it offers a genuine, relatable perspective on what a personalised food-as-medicine approach can look and feel like in real life. You'll find them here - https://www.youtube.com//videos

You can also check out Vida's google reviews here... https://share.google/Ro2OOaKxLXLzCR7HA

Metabolic Balance is about getting food right for your body, and these conversations really bring that to life. 💛

And of course we are always happy to chat, answer your questions, and explain more about what to expect. Reach out any time!

Metabolic Balance is the personalised nutrition program developed by doctors and nutritionists in Germany. Established in 2002, Metabolic Balance is evidence based and firmly founded in nutritional science to provide bespoke personalised nutrition plans for restoring and re-balancing metabolic healt...

02/07/2026

The real foundations of great physical and mental health aren’t complicated.

But they do require intention.

• Meaningful, nourishing relationships
• Real, whole food
• Daily sunlight
• Regular movement
• Deep, restorative sleep
• A well-regulated, resilient nervous system
• Reducing your chemical load where possible

This is what health is built on.
Not extremes. Not hacks. Not punishment.

And here’s the truth most people feel in their bones:
When these foundations are shaky, everything feels harder.
Energy drops. Inflammation rises. Mood suffers. Sleep unravels. Motivation fades.

Health truly is our greatest wealth.
And the simplest, most sustainable way to restore it is by building healthy daily habits that support your body, your nervous system, and your mind.

Where many people get stuck is trying to do this alone.
A personalised approach, the right guidance, and experienced support can change everything. And this is where Vida Naturopathics comes in.

If you’re ready to prioritise your health and wellbeing but want clarity, structure, and expert support that actually makes sense for you - let’s chat.

Finding the right practitioner matters.
And when you do, the ripple effect touches every part of your life that matters most.

✨ Book a free discovery chat - https://l.bttr.to/atuT5
✨ Or simply reach out to start the conversation - DM us or give us a call!

Your future self will thank you.

02/06/2026

Breathing shouldn’t feel strained, hard, like it's not providing you with enough air, or anxiety-provoking.

If you’re dealing with ongoing stress, anxiety, poor sleep, fatigue, breathlessness, dizziness, or nervous system overload, your breathing patterns are very likely playing a much bigger role than you realize.

At Vida Breathworks, we help people restore calm, efficient, functional breathing so the nervous system can settle & become regulated, energy can improve, and the body & mind can finally come out of survival mode.

If you’re curious about how your breathing might be impacting your health, you’re welcome to call or book a free discovery chat. We’ll talk through what’s been happening for you and whether functional breathing support could help.

📞 Call us today
💬 Or book your free discovery chat here - https://l.bttr.to/6FqT1

We see it all the time. The most powerful health shifts start with the breath.