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The Metabolic Institute is a Certified Functional Medicine clinic. We offer Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy - BHRT Therapy in Spokane, Washington.

Functional Medicine is an evolution in the practice of medicine that better addresses the health care needs of the 21st century. Functional Medicine addresses the whole person using emerging research and effective interventions to look for metabolic and hormonal imbalances. We treats imbalances before they become a disease process. Functional Medicine treats illness and promotes wellness. The goal of Functional Medicine is to support the body in its own healing processes by understanding a person's genetics, environment, physiology and individuality. These all play a part in their health of today. Disease and even symptoms are just manifestations of underlying imbalances influenced by lifestyle and past experiences. Working in partnership with us, lifestyle changes are made that allow you to be in charge of improving your health and changing the outcome of disease.

02/19/2026

This month’s book pick is The Mind-Gut Connection by Dr. Emeran Mayer, a powerful read that breaks down the science behind the gut-brain connection and why supporting your microbiome matters more than most people realize.

If you’ve ever felt stress in your stomach, had “butterflies,” or noticed your digestion change with your mood… this one’s for you. 🤍📚

02/16/2026

Gut health isn’t just about digestion — it’s also deeply connected to your brain, mood, and sleep. 🧠✨

🌿 5-HTP Supreme™ is a synergistic blend of 5-HTP + vitamin B6 designed to support neurotransmitter metabolism by providing precursors to serotonin. Since vitamin B6 is a key cofactor needed for conversion, it’s included to help your body use 5-HTP effectively.

So how does this connect to the gut?
Serotonin plays a major role in the gut-brain axis, helping support things like normal appetite, healthy mood, and restful sleep — all of which can impact digestion and overall gut function.

✔️ Use during the day for mood + appetite support
🌙 Or at bedtime to support sleep

If stress, cravings, or poor sleep are affecting your digestion, this can be a helpful piece of the puzzle to talk through with your provider. 🤍

02/15/2026

🧠 The brain influences digestion
Stress and nervous system imbalance can affect motility, stomach acid, and how well food is digested.

🌿 The gut influences the brain
Gut health and the microbiome play a role in mood, focus, and overall nervous system balance.

🔁 Constant communication
The gut and brain are always signaling to each other, which is why functional medicine supports both for sustainable digestion and gut health.

Because healing works best when systems are supported together.

02/13/2026

A little greenery goes a long way 🌿✨

We love keeping plants around the office because they do more than just look pretty — they help create a space that feels calm, fresh, and supportive for healing. In functional medicine, we talk a lot about how your environment impacts your nervous system, and something as simple as being around living plants can be a gentle reminder to slow down, breathe, and reset. 🤍

Today’s spotlight: our Crown of Thorns 🌺 adding color, personality, and a little extra life to the clinic.

02/10/2026

Gut-friendly dinner idea ✨
This Ginger-Turmeric Chicken + Sweet Potato sheet pan meal is packed with ingredients that support gut healing in a simple, delicious way.

✨ Why it helps:
Ginger + turmeric help calm inflammation, sweet potatoes provide gentle fiber to support digestion, and cruciferous veggies like broccoli help feed a healthy microbiome. Plus, it’s made with clean fats and real whole-food ingredients — no seed oils, no fillers.

Easy to prep, easy to love, and perfect for a nourishing reset. 🌿🍋

02/08/2026

BPC is often talked about in gut health — but context matters.

In functional medicine, it’s viewed as a supportive tool, not a starting point. Digestion and gut healing begin with food, lifestyle, and nervous system balance.

Food first 🌿 Foundations always ✨

02/07/2026

One of our favorite resources in functional medicine is listening to conversations that focus on why the body shifts out of balance — not just how to manage symptoms.

Dr. Zach Bush, MD consistently connects gut health, digestion, inflammation, nutrition, and our environment through a true root-cause lens. His podcast conversations are thoughtful, educational, and a great reminder that healing is about systems, not silos.

If you’re interested in a deeper understanding of gut health and whole-body wellness, this is a great listen.

🎧 Have you tuned in yet?

02/05/2026

Prebiotics vs probiotics — what’s the difference?

Probiotics can be helpful short-term, but long-term gut health starts with what you eat every day. Prebiotic-rich, whole foods help feed your existing microbiome and support digestion at the root.

When the diet is diverse and whole-food based, many people may not need supplements at all.

Food first. Supplements when appropriate. 🌱

02/03/2026

Not in your garden this time of year? Here’s a fun little February alternative that still gives you that “fresh air / reset” feeling…

Take a mini wellness field trip to Fern Plant Shop in Spokane or CDA 🪴✨ It’s calming, inspiring, and honestly one of the easiest ways to bring a little nature back into your routine when everything outside feels gray.

02/02/2026

Gut health isn’t just about what you remove — it’s also about what you support. 🦠✨
Here are 3 supplements we love for digestion + gut lining support:

🌿 SBI Protect®
A purified, dairy-free source of Immunoglobulin G (IgG) that helps maintain a healthy intestinal immune system by binding a broad range of microbes and toxins in the gut.

🧬 Ortho Spore IG™
A spore-based, broad-spectrum probiotic designed to support a healthy gut microflora, protect mucosal integrity, and help relieve SIBO symptoms. It also includes serum-derived bovine immunoglobulins to bind and eliminate common microbes and toxins in SIBO.

💪 L-Glutamine Powder
Provides free-form L-glutamine to support healthy mucosal cell function in the GI tract and support immune health — plus it’s a powder option for anyone who has trouble swallowing pills.

If you’re dealing with bloating, irregular digestion, food sensitivities, or you’re working on gut healing, these can be great tools to discuss with your provider. 🤍

01/30/2026

Part 2 ✨ As we move into February, we’re building on the basics with simple, supportive habits you can actually stick with. Small steps, steady progress.

01/29/2026

Healing isn’t a straight line — progress comes in phases. Plateaus and setbacks aren’t failures; they’re opportunities to learn, adjust, and keep moving forward. Trust the process and look for patterns, not perfection.

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2204 E 29th Avenue Suite 202
Spokane, WA
99203

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 3pm

Telephone

+15097477066

Website

http://www.themetabolic-institute.com/

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