The holidays are a time for connection and celebration—but they can also bring stress and feelings of being overwhelmed.

If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone❣️

Here are a few simple strategies to help you stay calm, support your mood, and fully enjoy the magic of the season:

💚 Cherish time with loved ones
👉The holidays are about connection. Spending time with friends and loved ones lowers cortisol, boosts oxytocin (the love hormone), and even benefits heart health. Laugh, share memories, and savor these meaningful moments—they’re the heart of the season!

❤️ Spend time in nature
👉 If weather permits, head outside. Just 10 minutes of fresh air and natural light can reduce stress, boost your mood, and bring a sense of peace.

💚 Practice gratitude
👉 Reflecting on what you’re grateful for can lower stress hormones, improve sleep, and enhance emotional resilience. Whether you journal or simply pause to appreciate the little things, gratitude is a powerful gift for your mind and body.

❤️ Try magnesium glycinate for calm
👉 This calming form of magnesium eases stress, reduces tension, and promotes better sleep.

💚 Glycine for relaxation
👉 Glycine helps regulate your nervous system, reduce stress, and improve sleep quality. Found in foods like meat, fish, collagen, bone broth, nuts, and seeds, it’s a simple way to support a calm, restful holiday.

💚 Make sleep a priority
👉 Sleep is your secret weapon for staying balanced:
👉 When you sleep well: Your mood stabilizes, and anxiety eases.
👉 When you don’t: Stress builds and overwhelm sets in. Aim for 7–8 hours nightly.

❤️ Stay hydrated
👉 Dehydration can mimic stress. Drink 8 glasses of filtered water daily.💧

💫Additional support-Supplements like GABA, ashwagandha (found in my Stress Manager supplement), and others may also help.

👉Always consult your healthcare provider to find what’s best for you.🥰 Link in bio to shop.

Wishing you a truly magical holiday!

Dr. Ann

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Occasional sadness is a natural part of life, but persistent low moods may signal a deeper issue.

It’s essential to work with a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and explore treatment options tailored to your needs.

As a functional medicine doctor, I focus on uncovering root causes that impact mental health, such as nutrient deficiencies, gut imbalances, toxins, or inflammation.

One often-overlooked factor is exposure to toxic mold. Mold and its mycotoxins can disrupt the nervous system, create chronic inflammation, and impair neurotransmitter function, all of which can significantly affect mood, leading to anxiety, depression, or brain fog.

Natural supplements can also play a powerful role in supporting mental health and well-being. 💪

👉See the list on the slides above for some of the most widely researched options.

These supplements, when combined with a personalized approach to uncovering and addressing root causes, can often improve mood with fewer side effects than traditional treatments.🥰

By identifying and addressing what’s driving your symptoms—whether it’s mold, nutrient deficiencies, or other factors—you can restore balance, resilience, and well-being. ❤️

Dr. Ann

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New Year’s celebrations are a time to honor the past and embrace the future with hope and excitement. As we raise our glasses, let’s make our health part of the celebration.

Before indulging in alcohol, take a moment to consider its impact on your well-being. While champagne and cocktails often take center stage on New Year’s Eve, emerging research reveals significant health risks associated with alcohol consumption—even at moderate levels.

While occasional indulgence is okay for many, alcohol consumption can have far-reaching impacts on health.

You can still fully embrace the festivities with delicious alcohol-free options.

This New Year, why not mix up a few mocktails and celebrate in a way that prioritizes your health, vitality, and long-term well-being? Cheers to a year of thriving and making mindful choices.

Wishing you a happy, healthy New Year!🎉💫

Dr. Ann

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If you’re struggling with unexplained symptoms but your routine lab work keeps coming back “normal,” mold toxicity could be the missing piece.

It’s a hidden issue that’s often overlooked, yet it can silently trigger chronic inflammation, immune dysfunction, and a cascade of health concerns.

Many people see multiple practitioners without finding answers or relief. That’s because mold toxicity can mimic other conditions, making it difficult to diagnose.

It can also contribute to chronic fatigue, brain fog, autoimmune disorders, gut issues, and more.

In Functional Medicine, we take a root cause approach, carefully evaluating environmental triggers like mold that could be impacting your health.

Some conditions that may be linked to mold toxicity include:

✅ Psychiatric symptoms (anxiety, depression, mood swings)

✅ Chronic infections (persistent colds, sinus issues, Lyme)

✅ Gut issues (IBS, bloating, food sensitivities)

✅ Mast cell activation syndrome (histamine intolerance, allergies)

✅ Chronic fatigue & fibromyalgia (widespread pain, exhaustion)

👉This list is not exhaustive—several other conditions can be influenced by mold exposure.

If you suspect mold might be playing a role in your health, swipe through to learn more, then visit my Mold Hub (link in bio) for resources on testing, mold recovery supplements, and healing strategies.

You can also download my free guide: Could It Be Mold? to start uncovering the answers you’ve been looking for.

Dr. Ann

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If holiday treats, cocktails, or indulgent meals have left you feeling off-balance, now is the perfect time to support your liver.

The liver is your body’s main detox organ, responsible for breaking down alcohol, sugar, toxins, and chemicals while managing hormone balance and immune function.

Overindulgence during the holidays can overburden the liver, making you more susceptible to colds, flu, and other illnesses.

Alcohol, in particular, suppresses white blood cell production and raises inflammation, weakening your immune defenses. 😳

Supporting your liver is key to staying healthy this time of year, especially with so much going around!💪

See images above for liver detox support tips and supplements.👆

Detoxifying your liver reduces its workload and strengthens your immune system, helping you feel healthier and more resilient.

Shop all Liver Support - Detox Supplements - link in bio.

Dr. Ann

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