Healing Journey Health & Wellness

04/13/2026

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A consistent pattern observed in adults with chronic illness, gut instability, neurological symptoms, and psychiatric presentations is not always rooted in neurotransmitters, hormones, trauma, or infections. In many cases, it reflects impaired bile flow paired with phospholipid deficiency.

When bile flow is reduced, downstream physiology is affected. Fats are not properly emulsified, hormones are not efficiently cleared, toxins may recirculate, and cell membrane integrity declines. As a result, nervous system signaling can become dysregulated.

This pattern is often associated with PEMT and FADS variants, though it is not limited to genetics. Contributing factors may include chronic stress, under-eating, low protein intake, pregnancy-related depletion, inflammation, and long-term supplement imbalances.

Impaired bile flow can lead to recirculation of hormones such as estrogen, cortisol, and inflammatory metabolites. This may present as a “wired but tired” state, increased emotional reactivity, inflammation, and heightened sensitivity to inputs.

Phospholipid deficiency compromises cell membrane structure. When membranes are unstable, receptor signaling becomes inconsistent. Neurotransmitter communication may be inefficient, and individuals may experience heightened sensitivity to supplements or medications, along with persistent brain fog and gastrointestinal reactivity.

This is why many complex presentations begin to shift when this pathway is addressed.

Phosphatidylcholine supports bile composition and membrane integrity. Taurine supports bile flow and helps modulate excitatory tone. Magnesium supports enzymatic function and nervous system stability. Vitamin C supports bile production, hormone clearance, antioxidant balance, and membrane repair.

When support is consistent and appropriately applied, improvements are often observed:

The gut stabilizes as bile flow improves.
Hormones clear more effectively instead of recirculating.
The nervous system becomes more regulated as signaling improves.

This approach focuses on restoring foundational physiology rather than symptom suppression.

When individuals experience persistent reactivity, inflammation, sensitivity, or instability despite multiple interventions, it is often valuable to assess bile flow, phospholipid status, and vitamin C demand as upstream priorities.

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04/10/2026

Our RE-BRANDING is complete. Now, we can officially order SIGNS for the clinic exterior.

Who knew re-branding was such an undertaking.

What do you all think of the changes?

COLORING: We ditched the cool “pale blue” for an earthy shade of green.

PATTERN: We are no longer SQUARE. We are loving the circular logo.

FONT: Of course, we had to keep our ORIGINAL “Healing Journey” signature script font. However, HEALTH & WELLNESS needed a makeover. So, we went with a complementary BLOCK STYLE FONT.

We love the balance of the new brand.

03/07/2026

LET’S TALK ABOUT PEPTIDES

Do you need help navigating peptide therapy?

We all know of someone who has used peptides (semaglutide, tirzepatide, etc) to help with weight-loss.

But who knew peptides can also be beneficial for other health conditions? Micro dosing of certain peptides can help abate symptoms of inflammation, PCOS, hormonal imbalance, skin conditions, etc.

Last week a patient who has suffered years with debilitating nerve pain reached out to say since we started them on peptide therapy they had not had any pain, which was “life-changing”. They reported being amazed that such a “tiny dose” had brought complete relief, and they were “grateful to have my life back.”

This is just one of many patients who have reported experiencing positive outcomes with peptide therapy.

So, while we do offer our patients access to peptide therapy for weight loss, we also have options available to help with management of other conditions.

As a provider, my opinion is that peptides are useful as a temporary solution to help relieve symptoms, while we work together on discovering and addressing the underlying root cause.

We source our peptides through a legitimate, US based compounding pharmacy who guarantees their peptides are made in the USA.

Our peptide protocol involves starting low and titrating slow which helps abate unwanted side-effects. So far, we have not had anyone discontinue therapy due to unwanted side effects.

At Healing Journey Health & Wellness the cost of our peprides is the lowest I have seen advertised. We price our peptides by the mg, which makes treatment very affordable.

If you would like to schedule a consultation to discuss peptide therapy, please email [email protected]

SUBJECT: PEPTIDE CONSULT
In the email please include the following:
NAME, DOB, Address, phone number, and the condition(s) you want to address with Peptide therapy.

We will reach out by sending more information. Then, once the intake paperwork is comoleted, you can call to be scheduled for a consult.

NOTICE: MOST INSURANCE PLANS ONLY COVER PEPTIDES FOR TREATMENT OF TYPE II DIABETES. THEREFORE, PEPTIDE CONSULTS ARE SELF-PAY AND WILL NOT BE BILLED THROUGH INSURANCE.