Balanced Living Functional Medicine, LLC

Balanced Living Functional Medicine, LLC Health information from a functional medicine doctor

01/19/2026

So, you feel like you don't have time to ADD to your routine right now. That's okay!

That's why I'm bringing 5 ways to feel better (and yes, each of these things genuinely makes a difference) this 2026!

1. More protein at breakfast. Many of us don't realize how much it actually takes to achieve 30 grams of protein. But it's one of the most important things you can do to stabilize your blood sugar and mood, all day long.

2. Exercise "snacks." Add to something you're already doing, like a bathroom break at work, and just loop the office. Or do a few toilet squats 🤪 It doesn't seem like much, but imagine if you did this every day!?

3. No phone in the "in-betweens." Are you instinctively picking up your phone at every red light, while you wait more than 10 seconds in line? What would happen if you let yourself breath, and your mind wander.

4. A glass of water before coffee. Allow the first thing to enter your stomach after sleeping to be hydrating 💧

and finally, 5. deep breaths in the transitions of your day. Entering a new room, starting a meeting, and ending a meeting. Breath!! Your body and mind will thank you.

The best part is that none of these takes adding a new routine to your life. Just tweaking or expanding on things you're doing.


New Year's Resolutions, stress management, chronic symptoms

01/16/2026

I am so honored to have been interviewed by Emlah on her Intentional Living Podcast!! She is a powerhouse, female business owner of the Powell Pharmacy. She’s an integrative pharmacist working to keep her clients stay as healthy and balanced as possible.

In this interview, we discuss my journey with functional medicine and Rheumatoid Arthritis, and how I ultimately reversed it and currently live in remission 💕

If you know anyone who suffers from RA, or any autoimmune condition, this episode may open their eyes to a new way of thinking!

Link in bio!

Autoimmunity, chronic illness, fatigue

When I went to medical school, I received 1 day of nutrition education!! 😅And it wasn't about how important food is for ...
01/14/2026

When I went to medical school, I received 1 day of nutrition education!! 😅

And it wasn't about how important food is for our health, or how to help patients with food choices. It was mostly focused on avoiding rickets and scurvy, neither of which I have ever seen in my years as a physician!

Then I found functional medicine, and my eyes were opened.

Not only was I shown how to use food to help reverse the rheumatoid arthritis I had been treating since childhood, but I also learned the importance of food choices in creating health.

Considering America is one of the sickest countries in the world, I am so excited to see the US Dietary guidelines falling a bit more in line with the nutrition training I received through functional medicine.

Functional medicine is personalized, and there is not one best diet plan that will help everyone, but these guidelines are a huge step in the right direction. ⭐️

You'll never go wrong with eating real, whole food. I love this quote from Michael Pollan: Don't eat anything your great-grandmother wouldn't recognize as food, Enough said!

Our favorites email went out last Friday – here's the January roundup 🤠For those of you new here, we send out our person...
01/12/2026

Our favorites email went out last Friday – here's the January roundup 🤠

For those of you new here, we send out our personal favorite podcasts, products, habits, or services that are currently supporting our health every month. Some of them might be client favorites, my personal favs, or another team member at Balanced Living. But each of them have been tested and LOVED!

No ads, no sponsorships, just stuff we love to use.

If you want these delivered to your mailbox every month with links and descriptions, sign up for our favorites newsletter by commenting Favorites. I'll send you the details! https://www.balancedlivingfm.com/favorites

01/09/2026

I used to think rest wasn't an option. That it was selfish, that it wasn't necessary, or that I should feel guilty for taking it.

Now, I see rest as one of the most productive things I do.

When you rest (and I don't mean scrolling on your phone or mindlessly watching TV, but real, restorative rest) you drop your cortisol levels and allow your body to enter rest & digest mode.

This is where the magic happens.

Your body is recognizing safety, so it can go from putting all it's resources into surviving this moment to allowing more energy and focus on "noncritical" systems - your digestion, hormonal balance, immune resilience and detoxification and repair can come back online. Your body has gone into healing mode and it will do so much work for you. It just needs you to slow down long enough for it to catch up!

This process (which can happen in only a few minutes) will change the trajectory of your day. Instead of snapping at your kids or spouse, getting irritated at a last-minute work email, or rushing through your next task, you might feel more at ease. You can handle what comes next. And you'll probably rest easier at night.

So how about setting aside time for true rest today?

Want help learning how to truly rest? We're here when you're ready. https://www.balancedlivingfm.com/schedule

There's more to bloating than food sensitivities! While you don't want to ignore any obvious foods that are triggering, ...
01/08/2026

There's more to bloating than food sensitivities!

While you don't want to ignore any obvious foods that are triggering, I would invite you to also consider HOW you're eating.

Society has taught you to eat on the run, or that a normal portion size is actually a super size! And chewing your food 20x per bite - yeah, right. Who does that!

There's a lot ot be said for slowing down and eating in a rested state.

This is the place where all digestive functions are working optimally - digestive enzymes are flowing, you are more likely to chew and swallow properly and your gut is ready to go to work for you in the best way.

Give it a try today - slow down a bit, chew your food, eat a regular sized portion - and see how you feel. Your body never lies!

Many of my clients see their bloating disappear by changing how they eat, not what they eat.

bloating, digestive issues, leaky gut

What is your "word" for 2026?I really enjoy the practice of picking a word for the year. Something to guide the year's g...
01/07/2026

What is your "word" for 2026?

I really enjoy the practice of picking a word for the year. Something to guide the year's goals and choices.

This year, I have 2 words - grounded presence.

I have come to realize that while I have big goals and dreams, I will not reach them from a place of frenetic, overdoing energy. There is so much more power when I slow down and ground into the present moment, then take action.

Slowing down long enough to pause and ground myself (Pushing Pause to Heal) has really guided my healing from rheumatoid arthritis, and now I'm bringing it in to take things to the next level.

And knowing that I won't be burnt out or completely drained when I do take things to the next level is the best reassurance. Because I'm no good to anyone when I'm drained and burnt out.

I would love to hear your word for 2026. Have you picked one yet? Let this word guide you through the big and small decisions and how you want to show up this year. I'm cheering you on!

in health,
Dr. Emily

01/05/2026

“Coaching” does not equal instructing.

Because nobody in this world knows your life, history, and daily struggles like you do. Not even a board-certified, functional health coach!

So what DO they do?

1. Help you see patterns you can’t see anymore. Ever need another set of eyes to find something? Or look over someone else’s report at work?

It’s the same idea, but with the habits and routines that have just become your life. Your coach helps you see what you can’t.

2. Offer expertise, not advice. Our coaches have gone through extensive training, and they will provide you with everything you might need to know.

But they won’t TELL you what works for you, or how to apply the information. That’s something you work through together, as a team!

3. Be your support & accountability. Even our most supportive friends or family can’t be there like a coach to hold you accountable, cheer you on, and help you redirect when things get hectic.

Their time is dedicated to you, and you alone. 💕

And something that people might not expect? Your coach becomes a partner, someone you look forward to speaking with.

Someone you can share your wins with, or share what it was like to fail. Either way, they’re on your side, and it’s a unique, supportive relationship unlike any other.

If this sounds like something you want, comment COACH for more details.

health transformation, chronic symptoms, fatigue

01/02/2026

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https://www.balancedlivingfm.com/schedule

Happy New Year and welcome to my page! If you are new here, let me introduce myself and explain why I started Balanced L...
01/01/2026

Happy New Year and welcome to my page! If you are new here, let me introduce myself and explain why I started Balanced Living.

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