Fortify Health Insights

Food as Medicine for Digestive Health (Breastfeeding-Friendly) digestive health functional nutrition Aug 25, 2025

Written by: Meredith Paci, Functional Health Coach

The goal here is to use food strategically as “medicine.” It brings a whole new meaning to that statement ‘fuel for the soul’. Supplements are limited during breastfeeding, so we lean on rotation and diversity to get therapeutic benefit. That said,...

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Cholesterol: Friend or Foe? What you Need to Know functional nutrition hormones metabolism & energy Nov 16, 2024

Written by: Meredith Paci, Functional Health Coach

Cholesterol is yet another misunderstood substance in health and nutrition. For years, it has been painted as the villain—solely responsible for clogged arteries and heart attacks. But cholesterol, like most things, is far more dynamic and absolute...

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Adrenal Recovery: Strategies to Heal From Chronic Stress adrenals cortisol metabolism & energy Sep 28, 2024

Written by Sarah Bishop, MS Exercise Science, Functional Health Coach

The term 'adrenal fatigue' gets tossed around a lot, but it can be confusing. What’s really happening isn’t about 'tired adrenals' — it’s about how chronic stress is affecting your body’s ability to handle everyday life. Whether ...

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Low Stomach Acid (Hypochlorhydria): Symptoms, Causes, and How to Fix It digestive health functional nutrition Jun 21, 2024

Written by Sarah Bishop, MS Exercise Science, Functional Health Coach

 

Digestive issues can be a journey, and low stomach acid (hypochlorhydria) is a common challenge for people experiencing a range of health concerns.

Stomach acid is something we want our body to produce. It helps break down pr...

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How Low Estrogen Affects Your Immune and Digestive Health digestive health estrogen hormones immune health May 18, 2024

Written by: Meredith Paci

 

Have you ever considered how your hormonal health could have effects on your immune system and digestive health? Whether or not you have, you're in for a massive treat today. You're going to walk away with a much broader view and understand why we are so passionate abou...

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How to Adapt Your Nutrition and Training Plan When Feeling Sick immune health lifestyle Feb 24, 2024

Written by Sarah Bishop, MS Exercise Science, Functional Health Coach

 

At some point, you are bound to get the sniffles, a stomach bug, or some sort of cold or illness that will make you question what to do with your normal fitness and nutrition routine.

We want you to rest assured your progress...

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