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Understanding Oxytocin, Dopamine, Serotonin & Endorphins from a Holistic Perspective Writer: Julie Smullen | Functional Nutrition Consultant, Certified GAPS Practitioner, Certified GAPS Coach & SmartDNA Practitioner. This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice If you’ve ever been told your mental health struggles are simply the result of a “chemical imbalance in the brain,” you’re not alone. That theory was once the foundation of mains

"A GAPS & Functional Nutrition Perspective" Writer: Julie Smullen | Functional Nutrition Consultant, Certified GAPS Practitioner, Certified GAPS Coach & SmartDNA Practitioner. This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice We live in a world that often breaks things down into isolated pieces, one symptom, one pill, one vitamin. But the human body doesn’t work like that. It’s a symphony of interactions, rhythms, and relationships. And when

Writer: Julie Smullen | Functional Nutrition Consultant, Certified GAPS Practitioner, Certified GAPS Coach & SmartDNA Practitioner. This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Struggling with hair loss? Discover how the GAPS Nutritional Protocol supports healing from within through gut repair, hormonal balance, and nutrient restoration.” Alopecia, or hair loss, is a condition that can deeply affect self-confidence and wellbeing. If y

Writer: Julie Smullen | Functional Nutrition Consultant, Certified GAPS Practitioner, Certified GAPS Coach & SmartDNA Practitioner.   This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. In today’s wellness world, supplements are everywhere. Powders, capsules, tinctures, sprays, promising more energy, better sleep, clearer skin, balanced hormones, fewer symptoms. And while supplements can be powerful tools in the right context, they’re often t

Writer: Julie Smullen | Functional Nutrition Consultant, Certified GAPS Practitioner, Certified GAPS Coach & SmartDNA Practitioner This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. When it comes to heart disease, most of us have been told to worry about things like cholesterol and fat. But what if the real root causes were something else entirely? In reality, two major factors drive heart disease today: metabolic syndrome - meaning chroni

Writer: Julie Smullen | Functional Nutrition Consultant, Certified GAPS Practitioner, Certified GAPS Coach & SmartDNA Practitioner This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. A Natural Source of Trace Minerals for Immune Support, Energy, and Hormone Health. In the world of nutrient-dense foods, few match the power of oysters. Often referred to as the ocean’s multivitamin, oysters are incredibly rich in trace minerals, especially zinc,