BeWell Associates

BeWell Associates BeWell Associates is dedicated to helping you achieve vibrant health through science-based, holistic nutrition. Why BeWell Associations? Our clients are complex!

They have complicated health histories and have been to numerous other practitioners without resolution. Here at BeWell Associates, a holistic nutrition practice, we give you individualized attention and create a plan for you based on testing and our 40 years of combined clinical experience. Your first appointment consists of an in depth health history, assessment of needs, and evaluation of diet and lifestyle habits. We use targeted supplementation and make dietary changes to support your health goals. We may recommend functional testing. You will leave with an easy-to-follow plan that supports your progress and we are available by email for questions and clarification. Each plan is customized for your needs. We work often and successfully with these health concerns:
Autism
Adrenal burnout
Anxiety/Depression
Blood sugar irregularities such as pre-diabetes and insulin resistance
Detoxification
Digestive problems such as acid reflux, heartburn, IBS, etc. Low energy/fatigue
Low thyroid function
Food allergies
Metabolic imbalances
PMS/Menopause
Weak Immunity
ADD/ADHD
Cholesterol correction
Insomnia
Osteoporosis/osteopenia
Weight loss

Your new secret weapon for blood sugar + metabolic health? “Movement snacks” 🚶‍♀️✨ �In honor of National Diabetes Awaren...
11/14/2025

Your new secret weapon for blood sugar + metabolic health? “Movement snacks” 🚶‍♀️✨ �In honor of National Diabetes Awareness Month, we’re spotlighting one of the simplest, most underrated tools for preventing and managing blood sugar dysregulation: Moving your body in small, frequent bursts!
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Here’s the truth
⤵️�Most of us sit… A LOT.�
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In fact:
— 1 in 4 U.S. adults sits for over 8 hours a day
— Among white adults, 1 in 4 spends ~70% of their waking hours sitting
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And it matters — big time. Sedentary living is linked to:�
🔥 Type 2 diabetes�
🔥 Obesity�
🔥 Blood clots�
🔥 Cardiovascular disease
�🔥 Certain cancers�
🔥 Early mortality
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But the GOOD news?�A 2023 study from the American College of Sports Medicine found that just FIVE minutes of slow walking every 30 minutes significantly reduces the negative cardiometabolic effects of prolonged sitting.
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Yes, even at a gentle pace.
Yes, even if you don’t exercise otherwise.
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These “exercise snacks” can be especially powerful for anyone with prediabetes, insulin resistance, or a family history of diabetes.
Small movement → better glucose control → healthier long-term outcomes.
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So this week, try this:�
🕰️ Set a timer every 30–60 minutes�
🚶‍♂️ Stand up and walk for 3–5 minutes�
💧 Bonus: sip water while you’re up
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Tiny habits make a big difference in blood sugar, inflammation, and overall metabolic health.
Let’s move more , one snack-sized walk at a time ❤️
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sources:
1 Ussery EN, et al, 2015-2016. JAMA. 2018;320(19):2036–2038. doi:10.1001/jama.2018.17797
2 Owen N, et al. Mayo Clin Proc. 2010 Dec;85(12):1138-4
3 DURAN, ANDREA T., et al, May 2023. | DOI: 10.1249/MSS.0000000000003109
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As you kick off healthy eating in 2025, it’s important to be aware of sneaky sources of added sugar.⠀Balanced blood suga...
11/14/2025

As you kick off healthy eating in 2025, it’s important to be aware of sneaky sources of added sugar.
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Balanced blood sugar is a fundamental aspect of health to prevent inflammation, weight gain, and even cognitive decline. Thus, unexpected sources of added sugars may be affecting your health in many ways!
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Common items that include added sugars include:
🚨pasta sauce
🚨Mayonnaise
🚨Applesauce
🚨even broth!
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Be sure to READ PRODUCT LABELS to identify and limit added sugar intake.
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Note: Understanding the distinction between natural and added sugars is vital!
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Natural sugars, such as those found in fruits, are digested more slowly.
Added sugars, meanwhile, spike blood sugar quickly and cause more inflammation and metabolic stress.

And as mentioned above, these added sugars can quickly accumulate in our diets from common grocery store products!
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By being mindful of the impact of elevated blood sugar on insulin resistance, energy levels, brain function, weight regulation, and inflammation, individuals can take proactive steps towards achieving and sustaining optimal health [1].
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Sources:
1 https://chear.ucsd.edu/blog/understanding-natural-versus-added-sugars
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📊 The facts:🔹About 38 million U.S. adults are living with diabetes — and 1 in 5 don’t even know it.🔹Diabetes is the 8th ...
11/12/2025

📊 The facts:
🔹About 38 million U.S. adults are living with diabetes — and 1 in 5 don’t even know it.
🔹Diabetes is the 8th leading cause of death in the country.
🔹Type 2 diabetes makes up 90–95% of all cases of diabetes
🔹It’s the #1 cause of kidney failure, lower-limb amputations, and adult blindness.
🔹The financial impact? Over $413 billion in medical costs and lost wages every year.

But here’s the good news: type 2 diabetes is largely preventable and manageable through early detection, nutrition, and lifestyle support.
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At BeWell, our clinicians focus on blood sugar balance, metabolic health, and personalized nutrition to help clients reduce risk and thrive long-term.
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If you haven’t had your A1C checked recently, call BeWell and let’s get you scheduled for up to date metabolic lab work TODAY.
📞 814-234-0785 📞
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Knowledge is power when it comes to prevention.
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11/11/2025

🎓 BeWell Clinical Nutritionist Danielle never stops learning!�She recently attended NutriDyn’s Great Lakes Conference in Minnesota, where 10 leading experts in medicine and functional nutrition shared the latest research and innovations in science-backed wellness.
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From emerging nutrient formulas to new ways of supporting long-term metabolic and hormonal health, Danielle is bringing back a wealth of fresh insights to share with the entire BeWell team & apply in our work with practice members.
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🎥 In this reel, she shares 3 key takeaways from the session, and what they could mean for YOUR personalized nutrition care.
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Because at BeWell, staying ahead of the science means better outcomes for you 💙
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When your body finally gets the nutrients and support it needs, everything starts to shift — energy, mood, sleep, digest...
11/07/2025

When your body finally gets the nutrients and support it needs, everything starts to shift — energy, mood, sleep, digestion, and more.
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Our certified nutritionists specialize in uncovering the root causes of your symptoms and building personalized nutrition plans that truly work.
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✨ Call BeWell for a free 15-minute consultation to learn more about our in-depth nutrition programs and start feeling your best again.
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📞 814-234-0785
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11/07/2025

Sometimes wellness looks like meal prep and workouts…and sometimes it looks like taking a mindful walk under the fall leaves while your toddler naps 🍂
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Certified Nutritionist Rachel Long reminds us that health isn’t just about discipline, it’s about listening to what your body truly needs.
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Today, that meant fresh air, movement, and a moment to breathe 💛
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✨ Give yourself permission to define wellness differently each day.
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Want to work with BeWell in 2025?! The time to add funds to your HSA/FSA is NOW! During open enrollment.⠀What is it?⠀HSA...
11/05/2025

Want to work with BeWell in 2025?! The time to add funds to your HSA/FSA is NOW! During open enrollment.
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What is it?
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HSAs and FSAs are TAX-FREE MONEY that you (and sometimes your employer) put into an account. That money can be used for various health related things--including appointments, some functional testing, and supplements at BeWell.
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For many companies NOW is the time to select how much you're adding for the upcoming year.
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So don't forget to add some funds that you can use towards BeWell to save you money!
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Remember, your health isn’t an expense, it’s an investment.
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💉 Since March, the American Red Cross has alerted 1 in 5 blood donors that their blood glucose levels were in the predia...
11/04/2025

💉 Since March, the American Red Cross has alerted 1 in 5 blood donors that their blood glucose levels were in the prediabetic or diabetic range. Proof that diabetes can develop silently, and testing can save lives.
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This month, we’re joining the nationwide effort to shine a light on one of the most common—and often overlooked—health conditions in America.
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🩸 Diabetes affects millions of Americans and remains a leading cause of kidney failure, lower-limb amputations, adult blindness, and increased risk of heart disease and stroke. Yet, many people are unaware they’re at risk.
This year’s theme “Taking Action to Prevent Diabetes-Related Health Problems” reminds us how powerful early awareness can be.
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👉 Why it matters:
— Diabetes can develop silently for years.
— Genetics, lifestyle, and limited access to care all play a role.
— Early testing allows for simple, effective lifestyle changes that can prevent complications.
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Let’s use this month to raise awareness, take proactive steps, and support those managing diabetes every day.
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💙 Schedule your annual wellness visit, get your A1C checked, and take charge of your health!
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Diet starts tomorrow 🍬😉Today’s about balance - a little candy, a lot of fun, and zero guilt.Happy Halloween from all of ...
10/31/2025

Diet starts tomorrow 🍬😉
Today’s about balance - a little candy, a lot of fun, and zero guilt.
Happy Halloween from all of us at BeWell! 👻🧡

As a parent, watching your little ones chomp and chew their way through Halloween candy for days, sometimes even weeks, ...
10/30/2025

As a parent, watching your little ones chomp and chew their way through Halloween candy for days, sometimes even weeks, after trick or treating can cause intense anxiety over they’re oral health.
😱So much sugar!
😰They’re teeth!
🫨They’re gums!
🦷Are they becoming little cavity factories?
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The trouble with sugar is that it causes the mouth to become an acidic environment. And when the mouth is acidic, teeth lose their minerals - which means tooth decay 💀.
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In normal, healthy conditions, the mouth has a neutral pH (6.5-7).
A single reese’s cup can drop the pH of the teeth to 5.5 for 20 to 50 minutes! That’s seriously acidic!
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Don’t worry, we’re passionate about health but we’re not going to advise you take all of the candy out of your children’s lives. The holidays are just getting started - there’s going to be a lot more sugar in the coming 8 weeks, and no one expects a child to have to sit out of the festivities.
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👍Instead, as a parent you can encourage your children to pair acidic, sugary foods with alkaline-forming foods! This will promote a more alkaline environment and pump the breaks on tooth breakdown.
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What are alkaline foods? Plants!
🥕Make baby carrots and celery sticks readily available pairings with candy and desserts.
🥒Cucumber slices are a great kid friendly option to serve on a plate with their halloween treats
🍓Even fruit, which does contain fructose sugar, is an alkaline forming option! Many kids are happy to reach for strawberries, clementines, bananas, etc even when candy is available.
🥑Avocados are a wonderful alkaline source of healthy fat, which can work double duty by helping to slow that sugar spike in their blood streams as well!
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👇Tell us in the comments👇
Which of these alkaline foods are your kids most likely to pair with sugar this season?
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Sources:
– Abou Neel EA, et al. Int J Nanomedicine. 2016
– Deo PN, Deshmukh R. J Oral Maxillofac Pathol. 2019.
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10/29/2025

✨ Mid-week reminder ✨�Self-care isn’t selfish. It’s essential.
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�Pause. Breathe. Nourish. Reconnect.
�That’s how you take your power back. 💫
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2013 Sandy Drive Ste 201B
State College, PA
16803

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 1:30pm - 5pm

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Why BeWell Associates? Our clients are complex! They have complicated health histories and have been to numerous other practitioners without resolution. Here at BeWell Associates, a holistic nutrition practice, we give you individualized attention and create a plan for you based on testing and our 40 years of combined clinical experience. Your first appointment consists of an in depth health history, assessment of needs, and evaluation of diet and lifestyle habits. We use targeted supplementation and make dietary changes to support your health goals. We may recommend functional testing. You will leave with an easy-to-follow plan that supports your progress and we are available by email for questions and clarification. Each plan is customized for your needs. We work often and successfully with these health concerns: Autism Adrenal burnout Anxiety/Depression Blood sugar irregularities such as pre-diabetes and insulin resistance Detoxification Digestive problems such as acid reflux, heartburn, IBS, etc. Low energy/fatigue Low thyroid function Food allergies Metabolic imbalances PMS/Menopause Weak Immunity ADD/ADHD Cholesterol correction Insomnia Osteoporosis/osteopenia Weight loss