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Nourishing Your Body Through Menopause: The Power of Nutrition and The M Factor

Discover how nutrition can ease menopause symptoms and empower your wellness journey. Learn about the Dr. Katie Detox and The M Factor documentary for holistic, science-backed support through this life transition.

Maggie Wehri 4/16/26 Maggie Wehri 4/16/26

Nourish by Chef Lisa: A Spring Reset for Better Energy, Blood Sugar, and Long-Term Health

Refresh your routine this spring with a sustainable approach to better energy, balanced blood sugar, and long-term health. Discover how Nourish by Chef Lisa simplifies nutrition with balanced, ready-made meals designed to support metabolic health, reduce inflammation, and make healthy eating consistent and achievable.

Maggie Wehri 4/13/26 Maggie Wehri 4/13/26

Protein Is Trending, But Fiber Is Still the Missing Piece

Discover why fiber, not just protein, is essential for blood sugar balance, gut health, and cardiometabolic wellness. Dr. Katie Takayasu explains how increasing fiber intake supports digestion, metabolism, and long-term health, with simple tips to add more fiber-rich foods to your daily routine.

Maggie Wehri 2/23/26 Maggie Wehri 2/23/26

Cholesterol and Animal Protein: Finding the Right Balance for You

Confused about cholesterol and animal protein? Learn how cholesterol functions in hormone production, vitamin D synthesis, and cellular health—plus how saturated fats, omega-3s, and different protein sources impact LDL, HDL, and cardiovascular risk. Discover evidence-based guidance from Wellness Insights on optimizing protein intake, improving cholesterol levels, and creating a personalized plan for long-term heart health.

Maggie Wehri 2/23/26 Maggie Wehri 2/23/26

Fueling Smarter: How to Improve Cardiometabolic Health Through Nutrition

Learn how to improve cardiometabolic health through a protein-forward, fiber-rich nutrition approach. Discover how balanced meals, heart-healthy fats, and proper calorie intake can stabilize blood sugar, support metabolism, reduce inflammation, and lower the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Explore the Pathways program at Wellness Insights for personalized, physician-guided care designed to optimize energy, weight regulation, and long-term metabolic health.

Maggie Wehri 8/2/25 Maggie Wehri 8/2/25

Food as Medicine: How a Nutrient-Dense Diet Can Influence Epigenetics and Promote Longevity

Discover how the foods you eat can influence your genes and support healthy aging. Learn how a nutrient-dense, anti-inflammatory diet can slow epigenetic aging, prevent chronic disease, and promote longevity—personalized through naturopathic care.

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Living a Nutritious Life Podcast: Dr. Katie's Integrative Medicine Insights on Digestive and Heart Health in Midlife

Discover expert insights on digestive and heart health in midlife with Dr. Katie Takayasu on the Living a Nutritious Life podcast. Learn how metabolism, gut health, and cardiometabolic wellness intertwine to support women's well-being—tune in now!

Recovery Is More Than Rest: Helping Your Body Heal in a Busy World

Unfortunately, we've entered an era where recovery itself can feel overwhelming. Social media is filled with elaborate morning routines, expensive recovery devices, and endless wellness hacks. While many of these tools have merit, they can unintentionally create another checklist to complete rather than helping the body truly rest.

The truth is that recovery is not something you earn through perfect optimization. It is a biological process your body relies on every day.

Our Patient Promise: The Wellness Insights Difference Starts with How We Care

Recently, our team gathered for one of our Integrative Rounds to talk about what exceptional patient care really means. We shared stories, reflected on meaningful experiences, and challenged ourselves to think beyond clinical care. Together, we explored how we can continue creating an environment where every patient feels genuinely seen, heard, and valued.

When Food Is Speaking for Something Else: Understanding Emotional Eating

That familiar after-dinner craving may not be about hunger at all. Emotional eating is often a signal that something deeper needs attention—not a lack of willpower or self-control. Instead of judging yourself, pause and ask, “What is my body trying to tell me?”

After the Sun: How Vitamin C Helps Restore Your Skin's Natural Radiance

Healthy, radiant skin isn't created overnight, and it isn't reserved for one season of the year. It develops through consistent care, personalized treatments, and a skincare plan designed around your unique needs.

Genomics & Longevity: Why Understanding Your DNA Can Change the Way You Think About Your Health

When most people think about living a long, healthy life, the conversation usually begins with familiar advice: eat nourishing foods, stay active, prioritize restorative sleep, and manage stress. These habits remain some of the most powerful predictors of health, and they form the foundation of every preventive care plan.

The Impossible Feeling of Fear: What One Day on a Mountain Taught Me About My Nervous System

We evolved to recognize fear, because fear ultimately keeps us alive. Anxiety, however, keeps us running long after true immediate danger is gone. Our modern, fast-paced lives rarely give our nervous system proof that it can let its guard down.

You’re not broken. Your nervous system is trying to protect you.

Manual Lymphatic Drainage: A Gentle Approach to Recovery and Wellness

The lymphatic system plays an essential role in circulation, immune function, and the body's natural healing processes. Yet it is often overlooked until swelling, inflammation, or recovery challenges begin to interfere with how we feel.

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), offered by our physical therapist Dr. Becky Nardi is a specialized therapy designed to support healthy lymphatic flow, reduce fluid retention, and promote recovery throughout the body.

CranioSacral Therapy and SomatoEmotional Release: Letting Go At The Nervous System Level

CranioSacral Therapy is a modality that supports releasing and resolving areas of restriction in the body. The sessions invite a perspective shift from doing something to the body to being with the body, listening and supporting its innate rebalancing capabilities.

SomatoEmotional Release is a process within CranioSacral Therapy that assists the body (soma) in releasing stored physical tension as well as emotional experiences contained in the tissue.

Summer Travel and Immune Support: Preparing Your Body so You Can Enjoy Your Vacation Time

Summer is a season filled with travel, celebrations, family gatherings, and long-awaited vacations. While these experiences can be incredibly rewarding, they can also place additional demands on the body.

Losing Momentum? How to Stay on Track With Your Health Goals Through a Cardiometabolic Approach

Have you ever left your doctor's office, lab results in hand, showing that your cardiometabolic health is slowly declining and thought, “This time will be different"? You know it's time for a change. But you've been down this road before.

Wellness Insights Integrative Medicine Welcomes Gina McAvoy as Director of Events and Partnerships

At Wellness Insights Integrative Medicine, we believe wellness extends far beyond the walls of an appointment room. It is built through meaningful conversations, shared experiences, education, and community connection. That is why we are so excited to welcome Gina McAvoy as our new Director of Events and Partnerships.

Testosterone and Metabolic Health: Why Men Struggle with Weight, Energy, and Blood Sugar

At Wellness Insights Integrative Medicine, we frequently see men experiencing a gradual shift in how they feel and function. Energy levels decline, body composition changes, focus becomes less consistent, and sleep is no longer as restorative.

Many assume these changes are a normal part of aging.

In reality, they are often driven by underlying cardiometabolic dysfunction, with the hormone testosterone serving as one of the clearest indicators.

September 1, 2026

Healthy Gluten-Free Energy Balls with Oats and Almond Butter

This recipe got its name when I made them for a birthday party at the office, and someone said, “Wow, these are just like little balls of joy!”

I enjoy storing my treats in the freezer so they stay fresh until I just need that little nibble of deliciousness after a meal or in the middle of the afternoon.

What’s the secret ingredient to crunch? Rice Krispies! My kids once had a cookie recipe that included crisped rice, and they were just delicious. I encourage you to add crisped rice to your next batch of cookies. You won’t be sad.

August 24, 2026

Blueberry Lemon Almond Granola: A Crunchy Homemade Breakfast Recipe

Bright, zesty, and irresistibly crunchy, this homemade lemon granola is packed with fresh lemon flavor and wholesome ingredients. Perfect for topping yogurt and berries, this easy granola recipe also dries into delicious clusters that make it ideal for homemade granola bars.

July 28, 2026

Mommy Salad: The Salad Your Kids Actually Ask For

Somewhere along the way, this salad became a staple in our house and now it has a name: Mommy Salad. What started as me throwing together whatever we had in the fridge has turned into the one thing my kids consistently ask for.

June 2, 2026

Simple Lemon Electrolyte Water Recipe for Daily Hydration

Dr. Katie Life Water got its notoriety during one of my ten-day Dr. Katie

Detoxes where my health coach and I spend ten days helping others to gently improve their daily rhythms surrounded by a community of support.

Many of the Detoxers complained about their boredom with plain water, so I suggested my favorite way to enjoy water with lemon and a smidgen of flaky salt. Although acidic to taste, once metabolized, lemons produce alkaline by-products in the body, which are thought to lessen the work of the kidneys and bones to balance our pH. Salt, while problematic in large amounts and in processed foods, is essential for electrolyte balance in the body and helps to replace the salt naturally lost when sweating. My favorite salt to use here is Maldon sea salt flakes, but you could also use kosher salt or Himalayan pink salt.

March 8, 2026

Anti-Inflammatory Thai Spice Mix with Turmeric, Ginger, and Cardamom

Make this anti-inflammatory Thai Spice Mix with turmeric, ginger, cardamom, and warming spices to add bold flavor without nightshades. Created by integrative medicine physician Dr. Katie Takayasu, this versatile blend supports an anti-inflammatory lifestyle and can be used in lattes, roasted vegetables, chicken, fish, tofu, or snack mixes. A simple homemade spice mix to keep your kitchen stocked with functional flavor.

Golden Daydream Turmeric Latte: A Cozy Anti-Inflammatory Afternoon Drink

Warm up with this Golden Daydream Turmeric Latte by integrative medicine physician Dr. Katie Takayasu. Made with coconut milk, turmeric spice blend, cinnamon, and a Medjool date, this cozy anti-inflammatory drink supports balanced blood sugar, sustained energy, and gentle afternoon nourishment. A simple, functional wellness recipe that’s both comforting and nutritious.

December 9, 2025

Creamy Koginut Squash Soup: A Nourishing Dairy-Free Winter Recipe

Warm up with this nourishing, dairy-free Koginut Squash Soup—creamy, comforting, and packed with fiber, vitamins, and plant-based protein. Dr. Becky Nardi shares her family-favorite winter recipe featuring squash, beans, and aromatic herbs for a wholesome, velvety bowl that’s perfect for cozy nights or holiday gatherings. Easy to make, fully vegetarian, and kid-approved.

November 7, 2025

Spiced Moroccan Carrot Soup: A Warming Recipe from Green Palette Kitchen and Dr. Katie

Warm up with this Spiced Moroccan Carrot Soup from Green Palette Kitchen—rich in flavor, nutrients, and the healing joy of cooking together.

October 10, 2025

Healthy Fall Harvest Salad with Kale, Squash, Brussels Sprouts & Apples

Warm, hearty, and packed with fall flavor, this Healthy Fall Harvest Salad with kale, squash, Brussels sprouts, apples, and tofu sausage is the perfect balanced meal. Rich in fiber, healthy fats, and plant-based protein, it’s satisfying, nutritious, and great for meal prep all week long.

September 29, 2025

Healthy Apple Cinnamon Protein Pancakes with Kefir or Greek Yogurt

Enjoy the taste of fall with these healthy Apple Cinnamon Protein Pancakes made with kefir or Greek yogurt. Packed with fiber, protein, and gut-friendly ingredients, they’re the perfect cozy breakfast for steady energy and seasonal nourishment.

September 14, 2025

The Secret to Making Frozen Broccoli Taste Fresh and Delicious

Learn the easy trick to make frozen broccoli taste fresh and flavorful. This quick roasting method brings out natural sweetness and locks in nutrients for a healthy side dish.

August 2, 2025

Gluten-Free Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Vegan + Naturally Sweetened

Wholesome and delicious, these gluten-free oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are naturally sweetened, vegan, and packed with nourishing ingredients like almond flour, oats, and coconut oil. A feel-good treat that supports brain health, hormone balance, and blood sugar stability—without compromising on flavor.