Holistic Medical Clinic of The Carolinas

11/27/2025

Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at HMC!

11/19/2025

🍊❄️ Boost Your Immunity This Winter 🫐🥣
Cold season doesn’t stand a chance against these delicious immune-supporting foods:
🍋 Citrus fruits - packed with vitamin C to keep your defenses strong
🫚 Ginger & garlic - nature’s anti-inflammatory powerhouses
🥬 Leafy greens - loaded with vitamins A, C, and E
🍲 Bone broth - warm, comforting, and full of immune-supporting nutrients
🥜 Nuts & seeds - rich in zinc and healthy fats
🍠 Sweet potatoes - beta-carotene for the win
🍄 Mushrooms - natural immune modulators
The best part? These foods taste amazing in hearty winter soups, stews, and roasted veggie bowls! 🥘
What’s your favorite immune-boosting winter meal? Drop it in the comments! 👇

11/13/2025

Come by and see Dr. Ashley to get the boost you need! ☺️

⚡Feeling run-down? Let’s get your energy — and your immune system — back on track!⚡

Cold and flu season is here, but you don’t have to slow down. Our IV therapies deliver powerful hydration and nutrients straight to your cells so you can recover faster, feel better, and keep showing up for your life!

💧 Hydration & Energy IVs – bounce back from fatigue or busy days
🛡️ Immune Support IVs – fight off seasonal bugs and stay strong
🌿 Nutritional IVs – for a full-body wellness boost that helps you thrive

Don’t wait until you’re wiped out — come recharge and leave feeling refreshed and ready to take on the week!

✨ Book your IV today and give your wellness a serious upgrade. ✨

10/27/2025

🎃✨ Reminder: The Switch Witch is coming soon! ✨🎃
Parents, it’s almost time for the Switch Witch to visit! After Halloween night, your little ones can leave out some of their candy for the Switch Witch, who’ll swap it for a special toy or gift while they sleep. 🧙‍♀️💫
It’s a fun way to manage the candy haul while keeping the magic alive!
What will your kids trade their candy for this year? 🍬➡️🎁

10/21/2025

🔥 Fire Cider: Your Immune System’s Best Friend 🔥
Looking for a natural way to support your wellness this season? Fire cider is a traditional folk remedy that’s been warming hearts (and throats!) for generations! ✨
This zesty apple cider vinegar infusion is packed with:
🌿 Raw garlic & ginger
🍋 Fresh citrus
🌶️ Spicy peppers
🧅 Onions & horseradish
🍯 A touch of honey
Why people love it:
💪 Helps support immune function
🔥 Contains natural antimicrobial properties
⚡ Can help with digestion
🌡️ Traditionally used at the first sign of feeling under the weather
Take it as a daily shot, mix it into dressings, or add it to your favorite recipes. It’s like a wellness boost in a bottle!
Have you tried fire cider? Drop your favorite recipe or how you use it in the comments! 👇

10/02/2025

It’s time for our annual coat drive! Help us collect new and gently used coats for those in need this fall/winter!

09/30/2025

🍂 Struggling with Fall Allergies? Try These Natural Remedies! 🍂
Autumn allergies got you down? Here are some herbal and supplemental options that may help:
🌿 Quercetin - Natural antihistamine that helps reduce histamine release
🌿 Stinging Nettle - Traditional remedy for seasonal allergies (tea or capsules)
🌿 Butterbur - Shows promise for allergy relief (use PA-free only!)
🍯 Local Honey - May help build tolerance to local pollen
🦠 Probiotics - Support immune function through gut health
🍊 Vitamin C - Acts as a natural antihistamine
🍍 Bromelain - Helps reduce nasal swelling and thin mucus
💊 NAC - Supports respiratory health
✨ Turmeric - Anti-inflammatory properties
⚠️ Important: Always consult your healthcare provider before starting new supplements, especially if you’re on medications. Feel free to give us a call at 336-667-6464! Start early in the season for best results!

09/10/2025

🚨 The 2025 Dirty Dozen is here! 🚨
The Environmental Working Group’s latest guide reveals which fruits & veggies have the highest pesticide residues. This year’s list (see below) includes some surprises!

🛡️ HOW TO REDUCE PESTICIDE EXPOSURE:
✅ Buy organic versions of these 12 items when possible
✅ Wash ALL produce thoroughly under running water
✅ Use a produce brush for firm fruits/vegetables
✅ Remove outer leaves of leafy greens
✅ Peel fruits when appropriate (though you’ll lose some nutrients)
✅ Choose frozen organic options - they’re often more affordable
✅ Shop local farmers markets and ask about growing practices
💡 Remember: Eating conventional fruits & vegetables is still better than not eating them at all! The health benefits outweigh the risks.
Focus your organic budget on the Dirty Dozen and save money on the Clean Fifteen (like avocados, sweet corn, and pineapple)!

09/06/2025

Schedule with Dr. Ashley today!

Why Rhythm Is Medicine
Most hormone therapies flatten out nature’s peaks and valleys. But the luteal and ovulatory surges exist for a reason. They drive gene expression, regulate inflammation, and support whole‑body health.

PHRT™ (Physiologic Hormone Restoration Therapy) restores those rhythms by:

Timing estrogen peaks around Day 12
Timing progesterone peaks around Day 21
Matching natural cycles as closely as possible
Result: We’re not just replacing hormones; we’re restoring the symphony nature designed.

✨ When therapy follows biology, health follows too.

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08/29/2025

🎒✨ Back-to-School Health Tips! ✨🎒
As many of our little ones round out their first couple weeks back in school or for those about to head back to the classroom, here are some simple ways to keep germs at bay and support their health:
🧼 Teach proper handwashing - 20 seconds with soap (sing “Happy Birthday” twice!)
🤧 Practice good cough/sneeze etiquette - into the elbow, not hands
💤 Prioritize sleep - growing bodies need 9-11 hours for strong immune systems
🥕 Pack nutritious lunches with immune-boosting foods like fruits and veggies
💧 Stay hydrated - send them with a water bottle they’ll actually use
💊 Consider vitamins or supplements to boost the immune system (example: probiotics)
🏠 Create healthy habits at home - regular cleaning of commonly touched surfaces
🤒 Keep sick kids home - it protects everyone and helps them recover faster
Remember: Building these habits now sets them up for a healthier school year! What are your go-to tips for keeping your family healthy?

08/29/2025

This is a great read on targeted oral probiotics and the benefits they have at reducing a lot of infections in children (and adults) by supporting the oral microbiome! We are super great at addressing gut microbiome but starting a little more superficial and higher up is so important as well!!

Explore how targeted oral probiotics like Streptococcus salivarius K12 support ENT and immune health in children by modulating the oral microbiome. Backed by clinical research and pediatric case use.

08/25/2025

First day back to school ✅ Tired little faces walking through the door ✅
Here are some sweet ways to welcome your kiddos home after that BIG first day:
🌟 “Welcome home, superstar! You conquered your first day!”
💕 “I missed you so much! Tell me one thing that made you smile today.”
🍎“Let’s celebrate with snacks while you tell me about your new classroom!”
🧠 “Your brain learned so much today - no wonder you’re tired!”
💪 “First days are the hardest, and you made it through like a champion!”
🛋️ “I’ve been thinking about you all day. Want to snuggle and share your adventures?”
Remember: some kids want to share everything immediately, others need time to decompress first. Follow their lead and just be genuinely excited to see them!
The transition from school back to home should feel safe and loving. You’ve got this, parents!