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We specialize in making you feel great using natural therapies and methods.

Dr Ivy Branin is a naturopathic doctor, who helps a wide variety of conditions naturally. She uses homeopathy, botanical medicine, detoxification, nutritional supplements as well as crucial lifestyle management to get you feeling great.

11/21/2025

Curcumin Phytosome (Meriva®) by Thorne is a highly bioavailable, sustained-release form of curcumin - the powerful anti-inflammatory compound from turmeric 🌿.

For those with Hashimoto’s or hypothyroidism, reducing inflammation is key to restoring thyroid balance. Curcumin helps calm the autoimmune attack and can even improve tissue sensitivity to thyroid hormones - a game-changer for those still experiencing symptoms despite “normal” labs.

✨ My go-to anti-inflammatory support for thyroid health.

Purchase now from Fullscript. Click the link in my bio!

11/19/2025

Have a healthier Thanksgiving this year 🍂

You don’t have to give up your favorite holiday dishes to feel your best - just make a few mindful swaps!

Here are some simple ways to nourish your body and enjoy the feast:
🥕 Load up on veggies — pumpkin, squash, brussels sprouts & carrots add nutrients + fiber for better digestion.
🌾 Choose wholegrains — swap white flour for wholegrain bread, stuffing, or pie crusts.
🍒 Ditch the sugary sauces — homemade cranberry sauce with a natural sweetener is delicious and better for blood sugar.
💧 Stay hydrated — sip water between drinks and meals to support digestion and energy.

Healthy can still be hearty 💛

11/17/2025

Every Thanksgiving, I'm put on Brussels sprouts duty in the Branin household and this is one of my first creations!

Serves 4-6

Ingredients:
1 pound Brussels sprouts, cut in halves
1/4 cup olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup almonds
3-4 anchovies finely chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

Method:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place Brussels sprouts, anchovies and onion on baking sheet and toss with olive oil, bake until golden brown and just cooked through, about 20-25 minutes.
In a dry non-stick pan, heat almonds until they are warm and toasted. Then chop the almonds. In a large bowl, combine Brussels sprouts, raisins and almonds. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

11/14/2025

When it comes to supporting your thyroid, food truly is medicine.

An anti-inflammatory diet can make a big difference — especially for those with Hashimoto’s. Try focusing on:
✨ Reducing triggers like gluten and dairy
🥦 Prioritizing nutrient-dense whole foods
🚫 Minimizing processed and refined foods
🧂 Including thyroid-loving nutrients like iodine (from food, in moderation) and selenium

Small, consistent changes in your diet can help calm inflammation, balance hormones, and support your thyroid naturally. 💛

11/12/2025

Pure Encapsulations’ Thyroid Support Complex is packed with key nutrients for healthy thyroid function — including selenium, iodine, zinc, and tyrosine (the amino acid that forms the backbone of thyroid hormone). Plus, it features supportive herbs like ashwagandha to help keep things balanced.

11/10/2025

Your thyroid does so much — regulating energy, metabolism, mood, and more.

When it’s underactive or affected by Hashimoto’s, supporting it nutritionally can make a world of difference.

Here are some of my go-to supplements I integrate into patient protocols to help restore balance and calm inflammation:
💛 B Complex Plus (Pure Encapsulations): Supports thyroid hormone production with essential B vitamins, especially B12.
💛 Thyroid Support Complex (Pure Encapsulations): Provides key nutrients — Selenium, Iodine, Zinc, and Tyrosine — plus Ashwagandha to support adrenal health and hormone conversion.
💛 ProOmega 2000D (Nordic Naturals): Omega-3s + Vitamin D help lower inflammation and support immune balance in Hashimoto’s.
💛 Curcumin Phytosome (Thorne): A potent anti-inflammatory that helps calm autoimmune activity and improve tissue sensitivity to thyroid hormones.

When used as part of a holistic plan, these nutrients can help the thyroid and the whole body function more optimally. 🌸

11/07/2025

Did you know that many cases of hypothyroidism are actually caused by Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis?💛

While hypothyroidism describes an underactive thyroid, Hashimoto’s is an autoimmune condition — the immune system attacks the thyroid, leading to inflammation and reduced hormone production over time.

Understanding the causes behind your thyroid imbalance is the first step toward real, lasting healing.

Book an appointment with either me or one of my associates at Simplicity Health Associates to help address any health concerns or conditions.

11/05/2025

So many living with Hashimoto’s still don’t feel like themselves — even with “normal” thyroid labs.

That’s because Hashimoto’s isn’t just a thyroid issue; it’s an autoimmune condition.

Supporting the immune system, calming inflammation, and caring for your whole body is where real healing begins. 🌿

Book an appointment with one of our providers at Simplicity Health Associates for a 1:1 Naturopathic consultation.

11/03/2025

First up on my thyroid support list!
Pure Encapsulations B-Complex Plus — because B vitamins (especially B12) play a key role in thyroid hormone production. 🧠💪
If you’re working on supporting your thyroid, make sure you’re getting enough of these essential nutrients! 🌿✨

10/28/2025

Thinking about home birth? Join me as I sit down with the incredible Tanya Wills, Certified Nurse Midwife, Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner, and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant — and the powerhouse behind Manhattan Birth in NYC.

Join us LIVE on YouTube, Thursday, November 6th at 11am EST, for a deeply honest and empowering conversation all about home birth. 🏡✨

We’ll dive into:
⚪️What families need to know when considering home birth.
⚪️How to create a safe and supported home birth environment.
⚪️The most common misconceptions about midwives and home birth.
⚪️What makes Tanya’s “no-purple-crystals” approach so grounding and real.
⚪️How to prepare mentally, emotionally, and physically for birthing at home.

Tanya and her team at Manhattan Birth have supported thousands of families through classes, midwifery care, and community that’s heartfelt, practical, and empowering. A Yale-trained midwife with a no-nonsense approach, Tanya helps parents birth, feed, and parent their babies with confidence and pride.

You can learn more about Tanya at and
💕

10/27/2025

Bloating? Jeans feeling snug? Tender, painful breasts? This might be a type of PMS called PMS-H (H for water retention 💧).

👉 What’s going on:
Excess prolactin can trigger fluid retention + breast tenderness in the second half of your cycle.

🌿 One of my favorite supports: Vitex (Chaste Tree Berry)
✨ Helps balance prolactin
✨ Eases bloating & breast discomfort
✨ Can be taken daily or just in the second half of your cycle

Small shifts = big relief. You don’t have to just “deal with it” every month. 💕

10/24/2025

Why should you consider adding sardines to your diet?
Well, sardines are an absolute powerhouse, high in essential omega-3 fatty acids, provide excellent calcium due to their edible bones, and are packed with protein. Unlike larger fish like salmon and tuna, sardines are much lower in mercury and PCBs because they are smaller and lower on the food chain.

This recipe makes a delicious sardine pâté, ideal for a quick lunch, a satisfying snack, or a light dinner. It's incredibly easy to pack and enjoy on the go.

🥬Ingredients🥬
1 can (4.4 oz) Wild Planet Sardines in Olive Oil (drain most oil, but leave a tiny bit)
Fresh dill (to taste, or dried dill)
Handful of fresh spinach (optional, for extra veggies)
Trader Joe's Green Goddess Seasoning Blend (or garlic powder, onion powder, chives)
Black pepper
Pinch of salt
Dash of hot sauce (optional, to taste – it helps mask the fish taste!)
Optional Condiments: A little mustard could also be added.

🥣Instructions🥣
Combine in Food Processor: Empty the drained sardines (with a little residual olive oil) into a food processor. Add fresh dill, a handful of spinach (if using), Green Goddess seasoning, pepper, and a touch of salt. If you like a kick, add a dash of hot sauce – it really helps to mask any lingering fish taste for those who aren't fans!

Process to Pâté Consistency: Grind the mixture in the food processor until it reaches a smooth, pâté-like consistency. You can blend it longer for a super smooth texture or leave it slightly chunkier if preferred. (You can definitely adjust the vegetables or even omit them if you prefer a simpler pâté.)

Serve & Enjoy: This sardine pâté is incredibly versatile. I often pack it in a divided metal tin for lunch, putting the pâté on one side and a fresh salad on the other.

Eat as is, with crackers, on cucumber slices or in lettuce wraps!

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