Jen Owen, N.P.

12/03/2025

If you’ve ever wondered why some symptoms keep returning no matter how “healthy” you try to be, this new blog is for you ✨

I’m sharing the 7 Pillars of Holistic Living—the framework I’ve used for decades to help people understand the deeper layers of their wellness. These pillars (physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social, sexual, and financial) shape everything about how you feel, and when even one is out of balance, your body will eventually speak up.

If you’re ready for a clearer, more compassionate way to understand your health, I’d love for you to read it.

Read my new blog at jenowen.co

12/02/2025

My December Sale is here! ❄️✨

All supplements are 10% off all month long. If you’ve been meaning to restock or you’re curious about what might best support your wellness right now, I’m always happy to help guide you.

Please note that some supplements are available only to current patients.

12/01/2025

A Simple Pre-Holiday Reset 🌿

Before the next round of holiday treats and busy schedules arrives, give your body a little boost by packing in as many vegetables as you can this week. Your microbiome, energy, mood, and digestion all respond quickly when you increase your plant intake—even for just a few days.

Here are a few easy ways to do it:
• Fill half your plate with veggies at lunch and dinner. Raw, roasted, steamed, sautéed—choose whatever feels doable.
• Add a big handful of greens to soups, eggs, grain bowls, and smoothies.
• Make a “vegetable default meal.” Something simple you can repeat, like roasted veggies + beans + greens with olive oil and lemon.
• Keep cut veggies in the fridge so grabbing them requires zero thought when you’re hungry or tired.
• Try one new vegetable dish: A warm sheet-pan of Brussels sprouts, carrots, red onion, and garlic tossed with olive oil and salt—easy, satisfying, and deeply nourishing.

Think of this as building a foundation. Enjoy the holidays when they come—but let your body head into them feeling supported, not depleted. 💛

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone 🤎

Today I’m feeling especially grateful for this community and for every single one of you who chooses to grow, heal, and live with intention. Whether you’re spending the day surrounded by family, enjoying some quiet rest, or finding your own meaningful way to celebrate, I hope you feel supported and nourished—body, mind, and spirit.

Thank you for being here, for trusting me with your stories, and for showing up for yourselves in big and small ways. Wishing you a cozy, grounded, heart-full holiday. 🧡🍂

11/26/2025

When you have your Lifestyle Medicine boards next week and you're traveling for Thanksgiving.

11/26/2025

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving, and I know many of us are already in the kitchen, prepping, planning, or mentally getting ready for a full day ahead 🧡🍂

If you’re looking for something festive (and alcohol-free) to enjoy tonight or serve tomorrow, here are a couple of my favorite Thanksgiving mocktails—simple, refreshing, and supportive for your body:

✨ Cranberry Ginger Sparkler
Unsweetened cranberry juice, a squeeze of fresh orange, a few slices of ginger, and sparkling water. Bright, tart, and great for digestion.

✨ Spiced Apple Cider Fizz
Warm apple cider with a cinnamon stick and a clove or two, then topped with a splash of sparkling water when it cools slightly. Cozy, grounding, and perfect for a holiday vibe without the heaviness.

However you’re spending this evening—traveling, cooking, or settling in—I hope you find a moment to breathe and nurture yourself before the holiday rush. I’m grateful for this whole community and all the ways you show up for your health and your life. 🤎✨

11/25/2025

Our bodies communicate long before symptoms ever show up. This week, I wrote about how to understand those signals, why symptoms are often invitations rather than problems, and how whole-person healing changes everything.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure what your body is trying to tell you, this one will really speak to you. 💛

Read my new blog at jenowen.co

11/24/2025

3 Healthier Thanksgiving Recipes 🍁

Thanksgiving is almost here, and I love adding a few lighter dishes to balance out the richer classics. Here are three simple, nourishing recipes I make every year:

1. Pumpkin Soup
A perfect mid-afternoon snack before the big meal.
Sauté 1 Tbsp olive oil with 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp coriander, and ¼ tsp cinnamon for 1 minute. Add 2 cups diced onion and cook until soft. Stir in 2 cups pumpkin (or 1 can) + 6 cups vegetable stock. Simmer 20–25 minutes, blend until smooth, and salt to taste. Garnish with scallions or croutons. Serves 8.

2. Shredded Brussels Sprouts Salad
Fresh, crunchy, and so good.
Thinly shred 12oz Brussels sprouts. Toss with ¼ cup dried cranberries, ¼ cup chopped pecans, ¼ cup gorgonzola (optional), and 1 chopped pear. Fry 2 sliced shallots in a little olive oil until crisp. Whisk dressing: 2 Tbsp olive oil, 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1 Tbsp maple syrup, 1 tsp Dijon, salt + pepper. Toss salad with dressing and top with shallots. Serves 4–6.

3. Maple & Cayenne Roasted Acorn Squash
Sweet, salty, and a little spicy.
Slice 1 acorn squash into wedges. Toss with 2 Tbsp olive oil, ¼ cup maple syrup, ⅛ tsp cayenne, and salt. Roast at 400°F for 35–45 minutes, flipping halfway. Toast ½ cup chopped hazelnuts (or almonds). Add 2–4 Tbsp butter to the pan and cook until golden. Spoon over squash and top with parsley. Serves 4.

If you make any of these, I’d love to hear how they turn out. Wishing you a warm and nourishing Thanksgiving! 🍂

11/22/2025

Hi everyone! If you're following along, you know I just got back from the national conference of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine.

I will be starting some Lifestyle Medicine programs in January! Some of them will be educational programs that you can do from anywhere!

These programs are designed to prevent and reverse lifestyle related diseases, such as prediabetes, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol fatty liver and more, as well as to help with chronic pain and autoimmune disorders.

If you would consider joining me for a lifestyle intervention program, I'd love to hear from you. Please fill out this short survey to help me identify your needs and be sure my programs fit those needs.

Thanks so much!

Please click the link to complete this form.

11/21/2025

Nursing Excluded as a “Professional” Degree — Why This Matters for All of Us

I want to share something important happening in the world of healthcare right now. The Department of Education has officially removed nursing— including nurse practitioner programs— from its list of “professional” degrees. That means future nurses pursuing advanced degrees will lose access to federal loan programs that medical, dental, pharmacy, and even theological students still qualify for.
In simple terms: It just became harder and more expensive to become a nurse practitioner.

Why should this matter to you? Because NPs play a huge role in your access to healthcare—especially in rural areas, underserved communities, and clinics like mine. We help fill gaps when physician shortages are high, we provide preventive care, and we help keep people out of the hospital. When advanced nursing education becomes less accessible, fewer people may pursue it… and that directly affects the availability and quality of care patients receive across the country.

Major nursing organizations are urging the government to reconsider because this decision undermines the nursing profession and makes it harder to build a strong, sustainable healthcare workforce.

I’ll keep following this closely, but wanted to make sure you’re aware—because the future of healthcare affects all of us.

👉 Read the full blog at nurse.org

11/20/2025

Last Day Update from LM2025! 🌿✨

What an incredible final day. I’m leaving this conference feeling deeply inspired and more committed than ever to the power of Lifestyle Medicine. Here are a few of the takeaways that really stayed with me:

1️⃣ Every 36 seconds, someone in the U.S. dies of a heart attack. One speaker shared that we’re too busy “mopping the floor to turn off the faucet.” If we don’t change lifestyle at the root, we can’t stop the flood. Prevention has to be the foundation.
2️⃣ We heard from the presidents of several major medical organizations, and I was so impressed to learn that the President of the American Medical Association is already board certified in Lifestyle Medicine by ACLM, and the President of the American Psychiatric Association is becoming certified this year. This isn’t just our organization pushing for change — this is a true shift happening across medicine.
3️⃣ We need to redefine what it means to be well. The conversation today focused on understanding what’s really driving lifestyle-induced health issues and how we can address the root causes with compassion, clarity, and evidence-based tools.
4️⃣ The closing remarks were incredibly inspiring, especially the reminder that “Lifestyle Medicine is the key to all healthcare.” A powerful message to end on.
I’m so glad I came, and so grateful to learn from some of the top physicians and nurse practitioners in the world. This week reinforced everything I believe about the body’s ability to heal with the right support.

✨ I’ll be starting Lifestyle Medicine programs available to everyone beginning January 2026.

Be sure to like and follow this page so you’ll know exactly when you can sign up! 🌿

11/19/2025

Day 3 Update from LM2025! 🌿✨

Another full, inspiring day here, and the takeaways just keep getting better. Sharing a few that really landed with me today:

1️⃣ Dialectical thinking is a game changer. Two things can be true at once. You can have success and struggle. You can slip up with a plan and get right back on track. Growth isn’t linear — it’s fluid.
2️⃣ You can’t change your genes, but you can change your choices. Such a powerful reminder of the influence we have on our long-term health.
3️⃣ Food has to be the #1 priority in addressing health. Nutrition is foundational, and lifestyle medicine continues to reinforce that the biggest changes often start on our plate.
4️⃣ RNs are billable to insurance and can play a huge role in care management. This opens the door for more accessible, team-based, patient-centered care.
5️⃣ One of the most exciting moments of the conference so far: Dr. Dean Ornish shared new randomized controlled trial results showing extremely promising evidence for reversing Alzheimer’s with lifestyle interventions. Truly groundbreaking — and so inspiring to witness.

Feeling energized, grounded, and grateful to keep learning alongside so many passionate leaders in this space. More to come! 💚