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Podcast Episode 176: Long COVID Recovery: Rebuilding Strength, Vitality, and Resilience

Carling, Fatigue, Health, Immune, Podcasts /

 So many people who have had COVID are still struggling months or even years later with fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, and a body that just will not bounce back. Dr. Holly Carling and Alicia sit down to talk about why recovery takes so long and what the body actually needs to heal. […]

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Acupuncture for Emotional Regulation and Feeling Calm

Acupuncture, Anderton, Emotions /

Mental health is just as important as physical health. The two are deeply interconnected, yet many people struggle with issues like anxiety, depression, stress, and insomnia. These chronic conditions can be difficult to treat and take their toll on all the systems of the body. That’s why many people are seeking holistic approaches like acupuncture

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Menopause Explained: Understanding Hormonal Shifts and How to Support Your Body Naturally

Carling, Hormones, Hot Flashes, Menopause /

Menopause is often described as a sudden loss of estrogen, but that explanation misses what is really happening. Menopause is not a hormonal failure—it is a long, gradual transition in how the body produces, regulates, and coordinates hormones. When that transition is poorly supported, symptoms arise. When it is supported well, the experience can be

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Podcast Episode 175: Changing Your Health Narrative from “Genes” to “Power”

Carling, Health, Podcasts /

 For years we have been told that our genes determine our health. If something “runs in the family,” many people assume it is only a matter of time before they face the same diagnosis. But what if that belief is only part of the story? In this podcast episode, Dr. Holly Carling and Alicia

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Breathing Easier: Natural Strategies for Asthma Support

Anderton, Asthma, Respiratory /

Many people gasp for breath. According to the Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America, over 28 million people in the U.S. have asthma. Unfortunately, it is a leading chronic disease in children. It’s a challenging condition but there are some commonsense natural strategies for breathing easier. When asthma strikes, the airways in the lungs become

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Bone Density Isn’t the Whole Story: Preventing Osteoporosis Through Strength, Quality, and Movement

Bone Health, Carling /

If you’ve ever snapped a dry brown stick, you understand osteoporosis. But there’s a twist: studies comparing Japanese and North American women found that Japanese women often had lower hip bone mass, yet (historically) had substantially lower hip fracture rates. Researchers found that their bone quality—how well bone’s internal scaffold absorbs force rather than cracking

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Podcast Episode 174: A Testimonial of Healing from Emotional Exhaustion, Fatigue, and Depression

Carling, Emotions, Fatigue, Health, Podcasts /

 In this powerful testimonial episode, Dr. Holly Carling and Alicia share the story of a woman who had reached a breaking point. She was exhausted, emotionally numb, unable to sleep, and felt disconnected from joy and meaning in her life. After trying conventional medications without relief, she turned to holistic care and experienced profound

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Why You’re Still Tired: Nutrient Deficiencies and the Hidden Causes of Fatigue

Carling, Fatigue /

Fatigue isn’t always about sleep, stress, or aging. Often, it’s a quiet signal that the body lacks the raw materials it needs to produce energy efficiently. You can eat plenty of calories and still feel depleted if key nutrients are missing or poorly absorbed. Energy, after all, is not just about food intake—it’s about how

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Podcast Episode 173: Sweeteners: Which Ones Derail Health, and Alternatives That Don’t

Carling, Health, Podcasts, Sweeteners /

 Sweeteners are everywhere, but not all of them affect the body the same way. In this podcast episode, Dr. Holly Carling and Alicia break down how refined sugar, artificial sweeteners, and even some so-called natural sweeteners quietly disrupt blood sugar, immunity, digestion, mood, and metabolism. Dr. Carling explains why sugar behaves like a physiological

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