by Jenna Witt | Nov 19, 2022 | Functional Medicine, Gut Health
Do you have a leaky brain? I’m not suggesting that brain matter is oozing out of your ears. If that’s the case, then definitely call your doctor! Or better yet, stop by during one of my ER Nurse Practitioner shifts. Just kidding. In all seriousness, lots of people do... 
by Jenna Witt | Oct 14, 2022 | Functional Medicine, Gut Health
Earlier this year, I wrote about 3 highly effective supplements you might want to consider if you have leaky gut symptoms. One of the 3 supplements I mentioned was L-glutamine. And because leaky gut is a topic that’s not going away and something I’m increasingly... 
by Jenna Witt | Apr 16, 2022 | Functional Medicine, Health
Soda. Candy. Crackers. White bread. Fruit juice. These are the usual suspects you’ve been warned about when it comes to managing blood sugar. But when I was going through my functional medicine certification, I learned about a shocking category of food that can cause... 
by Jenna Witt | Mar 8, 2022 | Functional Medicine, Health
Hey there … don’t know what leaky gut is? I wrote about it last September. So if you’re not really sure what it is, either check out the article now or after reading this. But I’ll do you a favor by summarizing real quick. Ok, so leaky gut is when the protective... 
by Jenna Witt | Jan 20, 2022 | Functional Medicine, Health
Why eat foods with omega-3 fatty acids for anxiety and depression? Life can throw lots of curve balls at you. Although, to be sure, it might seem that when you’re super stressed out, eating all the salad in the world won’t make a difference. Eating a pint of ice... 
by Jenna Witt | Oct 21, 2021 | Functional Medicine
IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, is one of the most common digestive disorders. Up to 15% of Americans have IBS. But if you’re one of those people who experience bloating, gas, cramping and abdominal pain, I’d like to give you a second opinion. I don’t think you have...