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Hot flashes get all the attention — but they’re not the whole story.Perimenopause often shows up quietly first.Sleep tha...
02/13/2026

Hot flashes get all the attention — but they’re not the whole story.
Perimenopause often shows up quietly first.

Sleep that suddenly disappears.
Belly fat that feels like it arrived overnight.
Mood changes that don’t feel like you.
Brain fog, headaches, muscle aches, irritability, or feeling “off” without a clear reason.

These aren’t random.

They’re common — and often missed — signs that hormones are shifting.

At Surya, we help connect the dots with thoughtful lab work, hormone evaluation, and personalized care plans that support your body through this transition — not silence it.

You’re not alone, and you’re not “losing it.”

Your hormones are changing—and you can support your body through it.

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02/12/2026

When it comes to HRT, timing really is everything, love. 💛

Decades of research support a “window of opportunity”: starting menopause hormone therapy before age 60 or within ~10 years of your final period tends to offer the best balance of benefits and risks for most women.

That can mean better support for:
✨ hot flashes
😴 sleep disruption
🌸 vaginal dryness
🦴 bone density
❤️ cardiovascular health

Studies also suggest that starting earlier in that window (when symptoms first start impacting your life) is linked with better long-term outcomes compared to waiting many years after menopause. (The Lancet, NAMS guidelines)

But here’s the truth: there is no one “perfect” age.
Your best time depends on you — your symptoms, your health history, your risks, and your comfort level.

So if you’re in your 40s–50s and thinking… “Is this hormonal?”
You’re not being dramatic.

You’re being wise. 🌞

Bring your questions. Bring your full story. We’ll help you decide what’s right for your body. 💛

Feeling bloated, foggy, or constantly battling skin issues? 🤔That’s your gut telling you something—because no, it’s not ...
02/10/2026

Feeling bloated, foggy, or constantly battling skin issues? 🤔

That’s your gut telling you something—because no, it’s not normal.
SAVE this post as your gut health roadmap for the new year!

If you’ve been dealing with:
Persistent bloating or gas
Brain fog or anxious thoughts
Breakouts, rashes, or eczema
Bad breath (yep, your gut!)
New food sensitivities
Sugar cravings or mid-day crashes
Getting sick often

…these aren’t random symptoms. They’re signs your gut needs attention.

If you think bloating is just “normal” and that your skin struggles has nothing to do with digestion. Think again! Once you start supporting your gut, everything will changes—digestion will improve, skin will clear, energy will came back, and hormones will fell more balanced.

✨ Got questions? Ask away—no question is silly. We want to help you feel your best! ✨

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Ever heard of Prolon® and wondered what’s actually happening in your body during those 5 days?Let’s break it down the sm...
02/09/2026

Ever heard of Prolon® and wondered what’s actually happening in your body during those 5 days?

Let’s break it down the smart way (but in plain terms 👇):

Prolon isn’t just “another diet.” It’s a fasting-mimicking program — meaning your body thinks it’s fasting even while you’re still getting nourishment. That’s a big deal because you get many of the benefits of a fast without nothingness and extreme hunger. 

Here’s what your body goes through:

🌱 Day 1–2: Your system shifts into a “fasting mode.” Instead of running on carbs, it starts drawing from stored fat for energy. 

🔥 Day 2–3: Ketosis ramps up — your body increasingly uses fat instead of sugar for fuel. 

🧹 Around Day 3: Autophagy kicks in. This is your body’s own recycling system, where old or damaged cell parts get broken down and cleared out. It’s like spring cleaning inside your cells. 

✨ Day 4–5: The clean-up continues and cell renewal ramps up — getting you closer to a reset state and setting the stage for healthier cellular function. 

After the 5 days, your body doesn’t just snap back — that cellular rejuvenation continues, and many people report:

💧 Better metabolic markers (like glucose & insulin balance)
🌟 A reset in hunger & cravings
🧠 Mental clarity + focus
🔥 Fat loss while protecting lean muscle
❤️ Support for long-term metabolic health and longevity pathways (think not just weight, but how your body ages) 

Why this matters: Traditional fasting can be hard — but with Prolon, you’re feeding your cells the right stuff while still activating those powerful internal pathways. It’s not just about calories — it’s about what your cells think is happening. 

Curious if this kind of reset could help your goals — whether it’s energy, aging, or metabolic balance? Let’s talk through what makes sense for your body. 🌞

✨ February Special at Surya Medicine ✨We’re excited to welcome Diane Shaneyfelt, B.S. Pharmacy, M.S. Human Nutrition & F...
02/06/2026

✨ February Special at Surya Medicine ✨

We’re excited to welcome Diane Shaneyfelt, B.S. Pharmacy, M.S. Human Nutrition & Functional Medicine to the Surya Medicine team — and to celebrate, we’re offering 15% OFF your first TWO visits with Diane this month!

Diane brings 25+ years of clinical pharmacy experience and a deeply personal journey into functional and integrative health. After overcoming her own health challenges through nutrition and lifestyle-based healing, she went on to earn a master’s degree in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine so she could help others do the same.

Her approach focuses on personalized nutrition, sustainable lifestyle changes, and root-cause healing — not just symptom management. Diane has also completed advanced coursework in gastrointestinal, hormonal, and environmental health through the Institute for Functional Medicine.

📅 Book in February to receive 15% off your first two visits with Diane.
Your path to whole-body wellness starts here.

Protein isn’t optional in midlife — it’s foundational.In your 40s, 50s, and beyond, your body naturally starts to lose m...
02/04/2026

Protein isn’t optional in midlife — it’s foundational.

In your 40s, 50s, and beyond, your body naturally starts to lose muscle and bone more quickly. Without enough protein, that quiet loss speeds up, affecting everything from your metabolism and energy to your balance and confidence in your own body.

This isn’t about dieting or chasing a number on the scale.
It’s about protecting your strength, stabilizing your blood sugar, and supporting hormones as they shift.

At Surya, we created Pause Strong to help you understand exactly how much protein your body needs right now, and how to build gentle, doable habits around it.

Your midlife isn’t a decline. It’s a new season of power.
Let’s give your body the nourishment to meet it.

✨ Ready for personalized support? Send us a message to get started.

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Some wellness advice feels comforting… and some is necessary — even when it stings a little. 💛At Surya, we focus on what...
02/01/2026

Some wellness advice feels comforting… and some is necessary — even when it stings a little. 💛

At Surya, we focus on what actually creates change:
functional lab testing, hormone evaluation, and integrative, long-term wellness planning.

Because real health doesn’t come from trends, it comes from understanding your body.

✨ Wellness isn’t something you chase.
It’s something you learn to listen to.


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Histamine flares can feel so scary and frustrating — especially when they seem to come out of nowhere. We want you to kn...
01/30/2026

Histamine flares can feel so scary and frustrating — especially when they seem to come out of nowhere.

We want you to know this first: you’re not imagining it, and you’re not doing anything wrong. 🤍

We see this pattern again and again in people who are trying so hard to take care of themselves. Bodies that have been under stress for a long time. Nervous systems that never quite get to exhale. Digestion that’s struggling quietly. Hormones that are out of sync. Nutrients that have been depleted while you’ve been in survival mode.

When flares feel unpredictable, it’s usually not chaos — it’s communication. Your body isn’t failing you. It’s asking for support, safety, and nourishment… not another thing to fight or suppress.

If this resonates, you’re not alone. There is a deeper rhythm beneath the symptoms, and with the right care, your body can find its way back to balance. We see you. 💛

At Surya Medicine, we take the time to look at the whole picture — your nervous system, hormones, gut, and nutrient needs — so your body can feel safe and supported again. Book a consultation and let’s gently uncover what your body has been asking for.

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