Nutri Choice

10/28/2026

10/28/2026

You can hear a hundred different opinions about what to eat and still feel unsure about what to do at your next meal.

I hear that frustration in conversations at the store. People want to take care of themselves. They just need the information to make sense—and a starting point that fits their life.

That’s what I want to help with at our upcoming Metabolic Health Workshop.

We’ll talk about what metabolism actually means, how insulin resistance fits into the picture, and practical ways to approach food, movement, sleep, and daily habits.

We’ll also make time for questions and help you choose a realistic first step to take home.

You don’t need to have everything figured out before you come.

Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 1:00 PM
NutraChoice
604 North Division Street
Colby, Wisconsin

Please call 715-223-3941 to RSVP so we can plan for you.

Come ready to learn, ask questions, and understand your body a little better.

For informational purposes only. Not medical advice.

10/26/2026

Vitamin D deficiency is a major epidemic that is off the radar for most doctors and public health officials. ⁣
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Most doctors think that if you don’t have rickets you don’t have vitamin D deficiency. They couldn’t be more wrong. Most ask what is the minimum dosage to avoid rickets? Answer: 400 international units (IU) a day. ⁣
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But the real questions to ask are: how much were we designed to have and how much do we need to be healthy? It depends. If you have a deficiency, you might need somewhere between 5,000 to 10,000 IU a day. Others need about 2,000 to 2500. However, It's best to work with a Functional Medicine practitioner to determine how much vitamin D you need.⁣
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Amazing things start to happen when my patients’ vitamin D statuses reach optimal levels. Having witnessed these changes, there’s no doubt in my mind: vitamin D is an incredible asset to your health.⁣

10/23/2026

Type 2 diabetes may not be as permanent as you've been led to believe!

Clinical trials have shown that some people can put type 2 diabetes into remission through dietary changes alone.

But here's the surprising part: You don't even have to be overweight to develop it! Hidden fat around your liver and pancreas can contribute to blood sugar problems, even if you look perfectly healthy.

The foods you eat every day could make a bigger difference than you realize!

Watch my video to learn how simple dietary changes may help improve blood sugar and support type 2 diabetes remission: https://drbrg.co/4rWD7Pq

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Dr. Eric Berg, DC, not MD; information only

10/23/2026

Your stomach acid has a job to do.

When someone comes into the store with heartburn, I understand why they want relief. But I also want to talk about what happens when they eat.

Hydrochloric acid in your stomach helps activate pepsin—the enzyme that begins breaking down protein.

Then, as that meal moves into your small intestine, digestion continues. Acidity signals the pancreas to release bicarbonate to neutralize the acid, while nutrients help signal the release of digestive enzymes.

There’s a lot of coordination happening behind every bite.

Gas and pressure can be part of the conversation, too. Gut bacteria produce gas as they ferment certain undigested carbohydrates. Stomach fullness and distention can also encourage reflux. But heartburn alone doesn’t tell us that someone has too much acid, too little acid, or an enzyme deficiency.

That’s why I come back to some simple questions:

Are you rushing through your meals?
Are you barely chewing before swallowing?
Are you eating while stressed or distracted?
Do certain meals consistently leave you uncomfortable?

At your next meal, slow down. Put your fork down between bites. Chew thoroughly. Give yourself a few minutes to actually be present.

Pay attention to how you eat—and how you feel afterward.

If heartburn keeps coming back, get it evaluated, and discuss any changes to prescribed medication with your clinician.

10/15/2026

One of the tricky things about insulin resistance is that you may feel completely fine.

We tend to expect a warning. Something obvious that tells us it’s time to pay attention.

But insulin resistance often develops without noticeable symptoms.

On the other hand, being tired after lunch or craving something sweet doesn’t automatically mean you have it, either. An online symptom checklist can’t replace looking at your individual situation.

Your family history matters. So does your activity level, a history of gestational diabetes, and certain hormonal conditions.

A simple question for your next appointment is, “Based on my history, is there anything metabolic we should be watching?”

No panic needed. Just a little awareness and a willingness to be proactive.

You’re allowed to work on your health before something goes wrong.

Your genetics load the gun… Your daily habits pull the trigger.

10/14/2026

“My blood sugar is normal, so I don’t have insulin resistance… right?”

Not necessarily.

When your cells become less responsive to insulin, your pancreas can compensate by producing more. For a while, that extra insulin may keep your blood sugar within the normal range.

The number looks good, but it doesn’t show how much work is happening behind the scenes.

That doesn’t mean you should worry about every normal test result. It means blood sugar is one piece of the picture, alongside your health history, blood pressure, waist measurement, and other lab results.

This is something we explore in the Core Metabolic Reset course. Understanding what insulin actually does helps the food and lifestyle changes make a lot more sense.

You don’t have to wait for a diagnosis to start taking better care of your metabolism.

Comment “Reset” and I will send you the Free Masterclass that will explain it all…

10/13/2026

YOUR BODY HAS SOMETHING TO SAY. ARE YOU LISTENING?

We’re surrounded by advice.

Eat this. Avoid that. Follow this diet. Push harder. Keep going.

And while there is a valuable place for education and expert guidance, we can become so focused on what someone else says we should feel that we stop noticing what we actually feel.

That’s why attunement to your body matters.

It means slowing down enough to ask:

• How did I feel after that meal—satisfied and comfortable, or bloated and sluggish?
• What do I notice about my energy after a poor night’s sleep?
• How does stress show up in my body?
• What kinds of movement leave me feeling better?
• Have I been brushing off pain or discomfort because it has become familiar?

You don’t need to judge every sensation or turn every meal into a test. Start with curiosity. Notice patterns over several days. A simple note about your meals, sleep, stress, and how you feel can help you recognize things you might otherwise miss.

We share basic nutritional needs, but we each bring a different history, daily routine, and set of tolerances. A plan that works beautifully for someone else may need adjustments to work for you.

And remember: pain, swelling, or digestive discomfort are clues worth paying attention to, but they don’t tell us the cause by themselves. Persistent or worsening symptoms deserve professional evaluation.

Your awareness and professional knowledge can work together. Your observations can help you ask better questions and have more useful conversations about your health.

Today, give yourself permission to pause.

Ask yourself: “What have I been feeling—and what deserves my attention?”

What is one thing your body has taught you when you slowed down enough to listen?