Anita Stechschulte DNP, FNP Functional Medicine

10/20/2025

Yes! Must listen

Hard truth from Dr. Bill Parker:
The window that matters most isn’t pregnancy, it’s peripartum (the period right around birth).
He estimates that in susceptible infants, 40–55% of cases may begin before they ever leave the hospital.
It’s a staggering number, but it makes sense when you understand the science.
Acetaminophen is often part of that discussion, not because it’s acting alone, but because it’s interacting with susceptibility: genetics, epigenetics, environment, and timing.
And here’s the piece most people don’t know:
Acetaminophen was only safety-tested for the liver, not the developing brain.
That doesn’t mean fear. It means awareness.
It means asking better questions, and giving families and clinicians the information they deserve.
>>>This isn’t easy to hear. But it’s necessary if we want to do better for our children.
If this resonates, come learn with people who hold the science with care, and turn it into steps you can use.
🧬 Spring MAPS • Charlotte, NC • March 12–14, 2026
Early Bird is open - https://www.medmaps.org/events/spring2026/

We are excited to announce our Spring MAPS conference for 2026! We look forward to your active participation to adopt new information on various treatment options and cutting-edge medical research.

10/08/2025

🌸 Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month! 🌸

This week, we’re offering Thermal Imaging again to help with early detection and prevention — because proactive care saves lives. 💕

We only have a few openings left, so don’t wait! See below for times.

📞 Call the office today or follow the link below to reserve your spot. 419-615-7157
Let’s honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month by putting prevention first. 💗

10/08/2025

OMG! These babes are finally getting attention. Thanks to Trump, Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs - MAPS and everyone advocating.

ABSOLUTELY and ADD, ADHD and dyslexia have a lot of these genetics in common. It's about a PERFECT STORM!

10/06/2025

Reposting this powerful message from IFM—and 🤓as an IFM Certified Practitioner, I couldn’t agree more.

I’m often teased for how seriously I take my sleep and daily rhythms—but that’s because I know firsthand this is where true health and repair begin. When our circadian rhythm is off, everything else in the body struggles to find balance.

But circadian rhythm isn’t just about sleep. It’s an intricate internal clock that affects every system in the body—from hormones and digestion to immune function and mood. It’s influenced by many daily factors, including:

🌞 Light exposure — getting natural sunlight in the morning and reducing blue light at night
🥗 Meal timing — eating at consistent times to support metabolic balance
🏃‍♀️ Movement — daily activity that helps regulate body temperature and hormone flow
🧘‍♀️ Stress management — lowering cortisol so your body knows when it’s safe to rest
🌙 Evening routines — winding down before bed to signal repair time

And here’s the big one for women in menopause 👉 meal timing.
So many women fall into the pattern of skipping meals—especially breakfast—thinking it helps control weight. But during menopause, that approach can actually backfire.

When you go too long without eating, your body releases more cortisol (your stress hormone). Elevated cortisol throws off your circadian rhythm, disrupts blood sugar, and signals your body to hold on to fat—especially around the midsection.

Consistent, balanced meals—particularly protein in the morning—help calm the nervous system, stabilize blood sugar, and support the hormone signals that keep metabolism working for you, not against you.

**Sleep isn’t a luxury—👉it’s essential medicine👈. Guard it, honor it, and never apologize for prioritizing it.



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10/06/2025

✨ The Journey That Chose Me ✨

Autism has always been a topic close to my heart. I still remember writing my high school science project on autism—back when it was so misunderstood that people actually believed it was the “mother’s fault” for a frosted relationship or a mental illness. It struck me even then how rare and unknown it was. Who knew that years later, I’d be given the incredible opportunity to help those with autism and their families find hope and healing?

😍 It’s moments like these that remind me why I do what I do—helping others truly fuels my passion to keep learning, growing, and giving back.

Looking back, it’s incredible how far we’ve come in understanding neurodevelopmental health—but it’s also clear we still have a long way to go to protect and support our children from the very start.

09/17/2025

To all my peeps that I have been raving to about Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs - MAPS! Here is the information for the Spring Conference! I will be there. I wish I could have attended their Fall conference going on now. MAPS is on the cutting edge of neurodevelopment in pediatrics. LOVE LOVE LOVE this group.

Next up: Charlotte, NC — March 12–14, 2026.

Extra Early Bird is LIVE and it’s the best pricing you’ll see.

Save two ways (limited time):

Extra Early Bird pricing on Spring MAPS.

Conference + Membership Bundle: add MAPS Membership for $300 at checkout and keep member perks all year. (Members also get the Extra Early Bird rate.)

Stack your savings: Use code EEB for an extra $100 off at registration.

Seats move fast when pricing is this low—grab yours now and come learn with people who listen first and help each other.

🔗 Register: Spring 2026 Conference - https://www.medmaps.org/events/spring2026/

07/29/2025

🌸 Summer of Healing: Hormone Group Visit🌸

Are you navigating perimenopause or menopause and curious about your options? We’re excited to announce that our Summer of Healing Hormone Group Visits DO include the opportunity to explore bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (HRT) — with a deep dive into the newest HRT guidelines.

We’ll cover the risks and benefits of HRT in a clear, evidence-based way. While this is a group visit setting, each woman’s individual needs and risk factors will be considered to help guide personalized care.

Our second class is nearly full —
📅 Sign up this week to reserve your spot!

Let’s bring balance back to your hormones — naturally and safely. 💛

07/21/2025

🚂 ALL ABOARD—OR NOT!

Don’t let yourself get placed onto the TRAIN OF DIS-EASE—the one that focuses on managing symptoms with pharmaceuticals, procedures, and surgeries once things are already falling apart.
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Now don’t get me wrong—medicine has its place. Emergency care, trauma, life-saving interventions? Absolutely essential. But when it comes to true prevention and reversing disease before it takes root? That’s where the traditional model often falls short.

And honestly, it’s not even their fault. The current medical “train”ing isn’t built to detect dis-ease early—it’s built to diagnose and treat once your labs are off enough to “qualify” for a diagnosis. That’s when medications, not root cause care, enter the picture.
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👉 I’ve had patients tell me:

“My doctor was almost happy I got diabetes—because now he could finally prescribe me something.”
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But what about the years before that—when your body was whispering that something was wrong? Fatigue, gut issues, sleep disturbances, brain fog, hormonal shifts—they weren’t just in your head. They were warning signs.
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⚠️ The longer we ignore those whispers, the louder the body screams.
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Functional and integrative medicine chooses a different path. One where we listen earlier, look deeper, and work to restore health—not just manage disease.

So the next time someone tries to usher you onto the Dis-ease Express...
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>Politely decline.
>Choose a new track.
>Let’s build a route that leads to real healing.

🚂 The Train of Dis-ease
Most people board it without even realizing it. Worse — they’ve unknowingly purchased a one-way ticket.

It starts subtly:
-->Abnormal labs
-->A growing symptom burden
-->A diagnosis that "explains" everything

Then come the stops:
-->Medication Avenue
-->Procedure Pits
--> Surgical Sagas

Each intervention may bring some relief…But they don’t turn the train around — they simply mark progress along the downhill track of dysfunction.

Want the truth?
🚫 These “solutions” don’t stop the process. They just keep you comfortably moving in the same direction: further from health.

But what if there was another way? It is a harder, uphill climb. It starts with daily choices to get off the train before it even leaves the station.
-->It requires tuning in, not tuning out.
-->Acting on early signs — not waiting for a diagnosis.
💥 Addressing root causes, not just symptoms.

It’s not the easy path, but it’s the empowered path. And it leads somewhere far more sustainable: true health. You don’t have to stay on that train. You can choose a different track.

✨ The ticket to healing isn’t handed to you.
You have to choose it — and ride it with intention.

Reach out to me to help you start your healing journey today! My proven BIG Systems approach has helped hundreds and hundreds of humans suffering. Know there is A BETTER WAY TO HEALTH!

UDEMAND HEALTH
Dr Anita DNP, APRN-CNP, IFMCP

07/11/2025

Tired of "standard" care that treats symptoms, not people?

In traditional medicine, the standard of care means checking boxes, labeling you with a 'dis-ease' diagnosis—following a one-size-fits-all approach that often leaves your unique story out of the picture.

At UDemand Health, we honor that standard—but we don’t stop there. We go beyond 'standard' by practicing personalized, integrative, and functional medicine—rooted in science, but tailored to you.

✨ We ask why you're experiencing symptoms.
✨ We explore the root causes.
✨ We create a plan as unique as your DNA.

This is your story, your health, your journey—and at UDemand Health, your care is anything but standard.
Dr Anita
UDemand Health
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07/10/2025

✨ Calling All Passionate NPs ✨
— Step Into Integrative Medicine Without the Overhead!
Are you a Nurse Practitioner who’s been dreaming of practicing root-cause, whole-person care in a primary care setting— but the logistics of opening your own space, managing EMRs, and juggling overhead stops you in your tracks?

Let’s change that.

I’m Dr. Anita, DNP, APRN, IFMCP, founder of uDemand Health, a growing integrative & functional medicine clinic in NW Ohio. I’m on a mission to help smart, health-driven clinicians find a better way to practice — with less burnout and more joy. I am searching for a provider who can provide integrative primary care services.

We specialize in:
• Perimenopausal and menopausal hormone support
• GI healing: IBS/SIBO, chronic diarrhea/constipation
• Autoimmune disease support
• AND SO MUCH MORE
• Lifestyle-changes are always the first step
• Wellness and optimization (not just disease management)

📆 I’m looking for a like-minded NP to join me as a 1099 clinician — someone excited to grow, learn, and build their own panel with support, flexibility, and autonomy (without the hassle of doing it all alone).

✔️ We handle all billing and pay you directly

✔️ No need to lease space

✔️ No EMR or supply headaches

✔️ No cookie-cutter care

You’ll have full use of the systems and infrastructure I’ve already built — all you need to bring is your passion, presence, and purpose.

This is your chance to transition from “sick care” to true healing — without guessing where to start. DM me if this sounds like you. Let’s chat and see if we’re the right fit. Let’s change the way healthcare is delivered — together.
– Dr. Anita

05/29/2025

It just keeps getting better!

I can't even this week!🌟 Joyful News from Our Inbox 🌟
Another cancellation message! This message came in today that filled our hearts: Arianna said, “I need to cancel my appointment… because I met my goal. I’m pregnant!” 👶

Not only did this incredible woman heal—she created LIFE. That’s the kind of transformation we live for. When healing goes beyond symptom relief and steps into dreams fulfilled.

This week has been pure joy, and we’re so honored to be a small part of these big moments. 💛

We’re not here to keep you forever. We’re your sanctuary while you need us — a space for personalized care, deep healing, and real answers. Then, back you go, stronger and healthier.
Here’s to healing with purpose. 🌿
Be WELL ~ Live WELL ~ Do WELL
Dr Anita Stechschulte DNP, FNP Functional Medicine
https://udemandhealth.com/

05/29/2025

I cannot wait for this session! Hypermobility and Connective Tissue Disorders: Understanding a Complex Diagnosis

Those of you who know what this session means-get it! I see you-I hear you and I am actively finding the MOST RECENT RESEARCH to help you along your healing journey!