Insight Functional Health

Insight Functional Health Medical Dr | Precision Functional Medicine | Autoimmune & Fatigue Expert☎️Telehealth: MD•DC•VA•FL

01/12/2026

Here is what most people are never told about their labs. 📉 High cholesterol is treated as the enemy, when it is often just the smoke signal. The fire is burning somewhere else. But instead of asking why the levels are elevated, the standard approach is often to force the number down. 📉 When you do that without addressing the root cause, you aren't fixing the problem, you are just silencing the alarm. Cholesterol is vital for hormone production and your body's repair mechanism. We look at metabolic health, nutrient status, and inflammation. When those improve, cholesterol frequently stabilizes as a happy side effect. 😄 Comment BOOK if you are ready to stop chasing numbers and start fixing the root cause!

🧠 A New Era in Alzheimer’s ResearchA groundbreaking randomized trial using precision medicine is reshaping our understan...
01/12/2026

🧠 A New Era in Alzheimer’s Research

A groundbreaking randomized trial using precision medicine is reshaping our understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and its implications for prevention, early intervention, and long-term brain health.

Webinar Highlights:

1. What the data shows and what it doesn’t
2. Why these findings matter for you and your loved ones
3. Insights from a precision medicine approach that challenge long-standing assumptions

Date & Time: Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 7:00 PM EST
Platform: Zoom

REGISTER NOW: https://link.msgsndr.com/sp/1d39628ab06

Stress, travel, alcohol and disrupted routines can throw off core systems that regulate digestion, hormones and metaboli...
01/12/2026

Stress, travel, alcohol and disrupted routines can throw off core systems that regulate digestion, hormones and metabolic balance. When those systems fall out of sync, symptoms show up quickly.

Here are key steps that help the body recalibrate:

Bring back predictable meal timing to steady insulin and hunger signals
Shift into a calmer state before eating to support stomach acid and enzyme output
Rebuild microbial diversity gradually to reduce gas
Stabilize blood sugar to calm cravings and afternoon crashes
Take light movement after meals to improve motility and glucose response
Reestablish your sleep rhythm to support cortisol balance
Hydrate consistently to improve bowel function and detox capacity
Consider deeper testing if symptoms linger to assess digestion, microbiome balance or hormone rhythm

These are the same systems the body relies on for smooth digestion, fewer cravings and better energy, especially after a busy season.

Metabolic health isn't just about calories, workouts, or willpower. It's about how well your systems are working beneath...
01/10/2026

Metabolic health isn't just about calories, workouts, or willpower. It's about how well your systems are working beneath the surface.

Your metabolism is influenced by:
Stress hormones that can slow metabolic signaling
Blood sugar regulation that affects energy, cravings, and fat storage
Sleep quality that determines how your body repairs and responds
Inflammation that interferes with mitochondrial function
Gut health that impacts nutrient absorption and metabolic communication

When even one of these areas is out of balance, you can feel it, no matter how "healthy" your habits look from the outside.

This is why so many people are told "everything is fine," yet still deal with fatigue, weight changes, mood shifts, crashes, and a metabolism that feels stuck. Traditional models often look at single numbers, not interconnected systems.

If you're tired of being told "everything looks fine," it's time for a new approach. Schedule your session and get answers - not just bandaids.

01/09/2026

Retirement is not supposed to come with chronic exhaustion. 😴 You finally have the time and less stress, yet your energy is tanking? That is a signal, not a mandatory life stage. Too many people are told their labs are normal and to just accept it as aging. But aging does not equal depletion. Your body runs on biochemistry not birthdays. If you are tired of being dismissed and want to find out what your body is actually asking for, Comment BOOK below to secure one of the few complimentary spots available this month! 👇

If wine, sauerkraut, or aged cheese make you flush, itch, or anxious, you might not be allergic. You might be histamine ...
01/09/2026

If wine, sauerkraut, or aged cheese make you flush, itch, or anxious, you might not be allergic. You might be histamine intolerant.
And the root cause? Often, it's a compromised gut lining.

Your small intestine produces an enzyme called DAO (diamine oxidase), which breaks down histamine from foods. But if your gut lining is inflamed or damaged, DAO levels drop and histamine builds up.
This can lead to symptoms like insomnia, hives, headaches, racing heart, and panic-like responses.

We view histamine intolerance not as a standalone issue, but as a signal that gut repair is urgently needed. Instead of avoiding more foods, we focus on healing the gut lining and restoring enzyme function.

01/08/2026

If dementia runs in your family, waiting around is the absolute worst strategy you can take. 🧠 Here’s the hard truth: cognitive decline actually starts decades before the first sign of memory loss. While genetics might load the gun, it is your lifestyle that actually pulls the trigger. Prevention isn’t just doing more crossword puzzles, it’s about addressing those unique risk factors while your brain is still resilient. I know this sounds scary, but it’s actually empowering because it means you have options right now to protect your processing speed and independence. The best time to act is before symptoms appear, not after, so if you’re ready to get proactive about your brain health, comment BOOK below for a free discovery call. ✨

There's a real physiological reason for it. Holiday eating and disrupted routines can throw off digestion, hormones and ...
01/08/2026

There's a real physiological reason for it. Holiday eating and disrupted routines can throw off digestion, hormones and the microbiome more than most people realize.

Here's what might be happening in your body right now:

Blood sugar swings that intensify cravings
Higher cortisol levels slowing digestion
Shifts in the gut microbiome that increase gas and bloating
Lower stomach acid and enzyme output
Detox pathways feeling overloaded

01/08/2026

"Well, I guess that’s just aging." 👵 No, it's not. If you're over 60 and feeling exhausted, foggy, or weak, that is not a requirement of getting older. For years, your body compensated for things like poor sleep, nutrient depletion, and blood sugar spikes. It managed the load. But now? It can’t compensate as easily, so those issues are manifesting as chronic fatigue. 😴 The mistake most people make is labeling this as decline rather than imbalance. Imbalance is something we can work with. I tell my patients all the time: Aging is not about accepting a lower standard of living, it's about actively supporting the systems that keep you functioning. ❌ Refuse to settle for "this is just how it is." Comment BOOK if you are ready to fix the imbalance!

When it comes to foundational health, it's not always about big overhauls or protocols. It's often the tiny things you d...
01/07/2026

When it comes to foundational health, it's not always about big overhauls or protocols. It's often the tiny things you do daily that move the needle.

Here are 5 small but mighty habits we encourage nearly everyone to start with:

Pinch of sea salt + lemon in your morning water. Rehydrates you at a cellular level, supports adrenal function, and gives your body minerals it needs to function.
2 minutes of sunlight within an hour of waking. Helps reset your circadian rhythm, boost cortisol naturally, and improve sleep that night.
Deep breathing before meals. Activates your parasympathetic nervous system so your body can digest and absorb nutrients, not just chew and swallow.
No screens 1 hour before bed. Not just for melatonin but for mental quiet, cortisol regulation, and nervous system decompression.
Daily 10-minute walk - ideally after eating. Supports blood sugar regulation, motility, and lymphatic flow.

We want to know: which of these are you already doing, and which one are you adding this week?

These 4 ingredient High Protein Bagels provide steady energy and satisfying protein without relying on powders!Ingredien...
01/07/2026

These 4 ingredient High Protein Bagels provide steady energy and satisfying protein without relying on powders!

Ingredients (Makes 4 mini bagels or 2 large)

1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or a high-protein dairy-free yogurt alternative)
1 cup organic all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp sea salt

Optional toppings:
Cheese
Everything bagel seasoning
Sesame seeds
Pumpkin seeds
H**p seeds

Directions

Preheat oven to 375F (190C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, add yogurt, flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms and avoid overmixing.
Lightly flour your hands and shape the dough into 2 large or 4 mini bagels.
Brush with water or a thin egg wash, then sprinkle seeds or seasoning on top.
Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until lightly golden and set.
Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing (they firm up as they cool).

The truth is, you need cortisol for energy, focus, immune support, and inflammation control.The real issue? When cortiso...
01/07/2026

The truth is, you need cortisol for energy, focus, immune support, and inflammation control.

The real issue? When cortisol gets dysregulated, usually from stress, poor sleep, or blood sugar swings.

That's when symptoms show up. Fatigue, cravings, anxiety, belly fat, irritability, 3 a.m. wakeups... all the fun stuff.

So the goal isn't "low cortisol." It's balanced cortisol.

And if you're not sure what your cortisol is actually doing, we can test it. A diurnal cortisol test (saliva or urine) maps your levels throughout the day so we can see if they're too high, too low, or peaking at the wrong times. It's incredibly helpful for understanding burnout, stress patterns, and energy dips, and it gives us a clear path forward.

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