AZ Integrative and Functional Medicine

AZ Integrative and Functional Medicine Dr. Atienza is dedicated to uncovering the root cause of your health issues and providing effective solutions.

Whether you're dealing with chronic fatigue, migraines, hormonal imbalances, or hypothyroidism, we're here to help you. Are you tired of just treating symptoms without finding the real cause of your illness? At AZ Integrative & Functional Medicine Clinic in Scottsdale, AZ, we take a personal approach to your health. Whether you're dealing with chronic fatigue, migraines, hormonal imbalances, or hypothyroidism, we're here to help you achieve optimal health and vitality. Visit us today and experience the difference of integrative and functional medicine today.

11/17/2025

Estrogen & Breast Cancer: What the Science Really Shows

Most women were taught to fear hormone therapy… but the data tells a very different story.
🔹 In the Women’s Health Initiative, estrogen-only therapy actually reduced breast cancer incidence and mortality.
🔹 The small increase seen in the estrogen + progestin group was not statistically significant — and the progestin used was a synthetic progestin, not bioidentical progesterone.
🔹 Bioidentical progesterone has not been shown to increase breast cancer risk in studies. Its effects differ from synthetic progestins.
🔹 And yes — women with a history of breast cancer have been safely treated with hormone therapy after remission, within evidence-based, supervised protocols.

✨ When it comes to hormone health, women deserve facts — not fear.

Insurance covers the basics, but real healing requires time, depth, and individualized care. By stepping outside that sy...
11/17/2025

Insurance covers the basics, but real healing requires time, depth, and individualized care.

By stepping outside that system, I can focus on optimizing your health, not just managing disease.

When you remove the limitations, you make room for transformation.

This is medicine designed for thriving, not surviving. ✨

11/14/2025

In Part 2 of my hormone therapy series, we’re going beyond the basics 👇
💡 You still need progesterone — even after hysterectomy
💡 Balance and ratios matter more than single numbers
💡 Hormone needs change over time
💡 Gut and liver health affect hormone metabolism
💡 Stress & cortisol affect your hormones
💡 HRT is about longevity, not just symptom relief
When done thoughtfully, hormone therapy becomes one of the most powerful tools for vibrant, healthy aging — not just symptom management.

🔹 Dr. Melinda Atienza, DO
AZ Integrative & Functional Medicine Scottsdale, AZ
az-ifm.com

11/12/2025

✨ The face lift… without the surgery. ✨
Tighten, lift, and smooth your skin with Emface — no needles, no pain, no downtime. Just natural collagen and muscle tone restored from within. 💆‍♀️
💥 Results you can feel — and see — without the scalpel.



11/11/2025

Now that the FDA has officially acknowledged what functional doctors have known for years — that hormone replacement therapy is safe and effective — it’s time to separate fact from fiction.

Here’s what most women are still not being told about hormones 👇
💡 Not all estrogens are the same
💡 Progesterone ≠ progestin
💡 Birth control ≠ menopause therapy
💡 Oral estrogen increases clot risk — topical doesn’t
💡 Compounding = customized, physiologic dosing
💡 Testosterone for women is possible — safely
💡 Pellets often cause hormone spikes
💡 Labs are essential for safe, effective therapy

When balanced properly, bioidentical hormones can support energy, mood, cognition, heart, bone, and sexual health — safely and naturally.

🔹 Dr. Melinda Atienza, DO
AZ Integrative & Functional Medicine
Scottsdale, AZ
az-ifm.com

11/11/2025

💊 Could Low-Dose Naltrexone (LDN) help calm your immune system?

Originally developed to treat addiction, LDN at very low doses has immune-modulating and anti-inflammatory effects — helping reduce symptoms of chronic pain, fatigue, and brain fog often seen in autoimmune and inflammatory conditions.

By balancing immune function and quieting overactive inflammatory pathways, LDN may support conditions like:
✨ Hashimoto’s thyroiditis
✨ Multiple sclerosis
✨ Rheumatoid arthritis
✨ Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis
✨ Fibromyalgia
✨ and MUCH MORE

LDN isn’t an immune suppressant — it’s an immune regulator. For many, it’s a low-risk, low-cost option that can be life-changing when inflammation drives chronic symptoms.

🌿 Learn more about integrative treatments for autoimmunity and inflammation at
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11/10/2025

✨ Big news for women’s health ✨
The FDA has officially removed the black box warning on hormone replacement therapy — a major step forward in recognizing its safety and benefits when used appropriately.

This update reflects years of research showing that for many women, HRT can safely support heart, bone, brain, and metabolic health, especially when started near menopause.

💫 Science is catching up with what I have been saying for years — individualized, bioidentical hormone therapy can be a game-changer for quality of life.

✨ Early Black Friday Event ✨Join us November 21st for exclusive one-day-only pricing on all BTL and wellness packages! T...
11/05/2025

✨ Early Black Friday Event ✨

Join us November 21st for exclusive one-day-only pricing on all BTL and wellness packages! The biggest discounts of the year!

💎 Enjoy free consultations for our full lineup of advanced treatments:
• Emsculpt NEO – Reduce pain, increase strength & mobility, build muscle, burn fat, sculpt your body
• Emsella – strengthen your pelvic floor & improve sexual wellness
• Emtone – smooth cellulite & tighten skin
• Emface - noninvasive facial lifting
• Exion Face – increase hyaluronic acid, collagen, and elastin for tighter, youthful skin
• RF Microneedling & Clear RF – reduce acne scars,stretch marks, and hyperpigmentation
• Exomind by BTL – elevate brain performance, focus & mood
• Emfemme 360 – restore feminine wellness & intimate confidence

🎁 Special event-only pricing and complimentary consultations!

📅 Friday, November 21st
📍 AZ Integrative & Functional Medicine, Scottsdale
📞 480-744-7110

11/02/2025

Want to make your daily walk do more for your body? 🏃‍♀️✨

Adding a weighted vest transforms a simple stroll into a powerhouse workout that builds strength, balance, and longevity.

💪 1️⃣ Improves bone density — The gentle resistance strengthens bones, helping prevent osteoporosis, especially in postmenopausal women.
🔥 2️⃣ Boosts muscle tone — Engages your legs, glutes, and core, blending strength training with low-impact cardio.
❤️ 3️⃣ Enhances cardiovascular health — Elevates your heart rate, increases stamina, and supports metabolic health.
🩷 4️⃣ Improves posture + balance — Activates your core muscles and stabilizers, reducing back strain and promoting better alignment.
⚡ 5️⃣ Burns more calories — Builds lean muscle and raises your resting metabolic rate, helping you burn fat efficiently.
Walking with a weighted vest is one of the simplest ways to build bone, boost longevity, and strengthen your heart—without high-impact workouts or gym time.

👉 Start light (5–10 lbs), keep good posture, and stay consistent. Small steps, stronger you.

Dr. Melinda Atienza, DO
AZ Integrative & Functional Medicine
Scottsdale, AZ | az-ifm.com

10/31/2025

🦴 Strong Bones Start Now!

Osteoporosis is often called the silent disease — you may not feel it happening until a fracture occurs. Risk factors include low vitamin D, sedentary lifestyle, soda, alcohol, medications, and even hidden causes like gut issues, celiac disease, heavy metals, high blood sugar, or insulin resistance.

The good news? Osteoporosis is preventable.

Weight-bearing exercise, adequate protein, vitamin D & magnesium, and optimizing hormone, gut, and metabolic health all strengthen bones.

This World Osteoporosis Day (Oct 20), take a moment to care for your bones — they truly carry you through life.

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