Wellness Minneapolis

Wellness Minneapolis Naturopathic medicine, functional nutrition + health coaching for sustainable health solutions.

We Believe in Whole Body Healing

Employing a heart-centered, evidence-based approach to health care, our providers empower you on your journey to health. We focus on finding a sustainable solution to your health concerns and build a plan for your lifelong wellness using the best of holistic healthcare rooted in naturopathic medicine. Many people with the following health challenges and goals have

had success working with us:
- Autoimmune Diseases including Hashimoto's, Graves', Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus and Multiple Sclerosis
- Digestive Health including Celiac disease, Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis, IBS and bloating
- Food sensitivities and intolerances, Elimination Diets and testing
- Mood and Energy imbalances caused by chronic stress, anxiety, brain fog and/or fatigue
- Blood Sugar imbalances including pre-diabetes, type 1 and type 2 diabetes and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Hormonal Health including PMS, endometriosis, PCOS and menstrual concerns
- Nutrition evaluation and personalized supplementation guidance

This is not a comprehensive list! Please schedule a complimentary call with Dr. Barrett or Dr. Aidanne to discuss your concerns and goals.

Fall is coming, and you don’t need to overhaul your entire routine to prepare for it.As the days get shorter and the wea...
09/09/2026

Fall is coming, and you don’t need to overhaul your entire routine to prepare for it.

As the days get shorter and the weather starts to cool down, a few simple changes can support your energy, sleep, digestion and overall health through the transition into fall.

🍂 Add more warm, cooked foods and seasonal produce
☀️ Get outside for morning light to support your circadian rhythm
😴 Start settling back into a consistent sleep schedule
🚶‍♀️ Make a plan for staying active as the weather changes
🌿 Give yourself permission to slow down a little

I also love the perspective from Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) that each season has its own rhythm. Fall is a time of transition, gathering inward and preparing for the quieter months ahead.

You don’t need a whole new routine. Just a few small shifts.

I wrote more about fall wellness, seasonal nutrition, sleep, morning light and preparing your body for the change in seasons over on the blog.

Read the full article: https://www.wellnessminneapolis.com/as-the-days-get-shorter-preparing-your-body-for-fall/

Save the date! 🗓️ October 24thWe’re opening up the doors at Wellness Minneapolis and would love to have you stop by!Come...
09/05/2026

Save the date! 🗓️ October 24th

We’re opening up the doors at Wellness Minneapolis and would love to have you stop by!

Come see the space, meet our team, and spend the afternoon getting to know some of the other small businesses in our neighborhood.

We’re still working out all the details, but there will be good people, local businesses, and plenty of time to hang out and connect.

More details coming soon.
For now, put October 24th on your calendar!

📍 6001 Lyndale Ave S

Have you ever noticed that your gut becomes quite active before a big presentation, a flight, or a stressful conversatio...
09/03/2026

Have you ever noticed that your gut becomes quite active before a big presentation, a flight, or a stressful conversation?

The gut and brain are in constant communication with each other, so it’s no surprise. Anxiety activates our sympathetic nervous system, which speeds up gut motility and directly increases sensitivity, both of which can lead to a sudden onset of bowel urgency or diarrhea.

Occasional stress-related digestive changes are common, but frequent or worsening symptoms deserve a closer look. Frequent anxiety-related diarrhea doesn't have to be your normal, especially given chronic stress can also disrupt your gut microbiome over time which only compounds the issue.

Ready to work on your anxiety holistically?

Book your complimentary discovery call to learn how naturopathic care can support you: https://l.bttr.to/joGzs

Rooted + Resourced is an ongoing gathering that meets just about every other month and each evening weaves in something ...
09/01/2026

Rooted + Resourced is an ongoing gathering that meets just about every other month and each evening weaves in something seasonal, so the tools you leave with are tuned to what your body actually needs right now.

Many in our community are showing up every day for neighbors, for causes, for the people they love. This gathering is a place to pause, restore, and replenish so you can keep doing that work from a place of steadiness rather than depletion.

This is an evening designed to help you pause, reset, and strengthen your capacity to keep going without burning out.

Each gathering includes:

🌿 Gentle Qi Gong
🌬️ Intentional breathwork
🧠 Practical nervous system education with a seasonal focus
👂 Auricular acupuncture or ear seeds with

Our next evening is this coming Monday, September 21st. Space is limited.
Tickets are $65. Register through the link below.

We would love to gather with you again.

https://l.bttr.to/jstqK

💭 I Wonder Why WednesdayThis week's question: Why does poor sleep make everything hurt more?If you've ever noticed that ...
08/26/2026

💭 I Wonder Why Wednesday

This week's question: Why does poor sleep make everything hurt more?

If you've ever noticed that your back hurts more, your headache feels worse, or your joints ache after a bad night's sleep, you're not imagining it.

Sleep is one of the ways your body regulates pain. During healthy sleep, your brain and nervous system recalibrate, tissues repair, and inflammatory signaling is better regulated. When sleep is disrupted, your pain threshold can decrease, meaning the same stimulus may feel more painful than it would after a restful night.

This is one reason sleep is such an important part of caring for chronic pain, migraines, fibromyalgia, arthritis, and many other health conditions. It's not because sleep "fixes" everything, but because it helps your body process and respond to pain more effectively.

As a naturopathic doctor, I’m always looking at the bigger picture. Pain is influenced by many interconnected systems, including sleep, stress, movement, nutrition, inflammation, and nervous system function. Understanding those connections can help us better support the body.

What health question have you always wondered about? Leave it in the comments, it might become a future I Wonder Why Wednesday.

The State Fair is a quintessential end-of-summer, Minnesotan experience. It offers the family a chance to enjoy some new...
08/25/2026

The State Fair is a quintessential end-of-summer, Minnesotan experience. It offers the family a chance to enjoy some new food, live music, people-watching, animals, rides, and household gadgets. A little planning can help you soak up the fun and feel well throughout the day, instead of becoming overwhelmed and leaving completely depleted.

A few practical tips:

• Walk, bike, or find another active way to get to and around the fair.
• Bring an empty water bottle and refill it multiple times throughout the day.
• Stay cool by choosing breathable clothes, taking shade and A/C breaks, and wearing sunscreen.
• Protect your recovery time, especially if heat, long days, or crowds are draining.
• If crowds feel overstimulating, consider attending on a typically quieter weekday or earlier in the day.
• Download the State Fair app before you go and use it to search for foods that fit your needs, including gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, and other dietary preferences.
• Consider bringing your digestive enzymes to ease bloating if eating heavier and richer foods.
• Take your magnesium to support regularity and prevent food-related constipation.

Enjoy this time with your loved ones! 🌽🎡☀️

click the link below for the full list of gluten free options at the State Fair!

https://assets.mnstatefair.org/pdf/26-GF-Foods-Fair-List.pdf?_gl=1*22bq37*_gcl_au*NjI4NzI0NzU0LjE3ODc2MTc0NjA.*_ga*NzQ0NjIyODE1LjE3ODc2MTc0NjA.*_ga_GHVREX2ZJQ*czE3ODc2MjA1MzAkbzIkZzAkdDE3ODc2MjA1MzAkajYwJGwwJGg2MDI0NTg3OQ

You don't need another 30 day challenge.You probably need to get back to the basics.I see it constantly. People chasing ...
08/24/2026

You don't need another 30 day challenge.

You probably need to get back to the basics.

I see it constantly. People chasing the next thing that's going to finally make them feel better. A new supplement. A new diet. A new lab test. A new protocol.

Those things can absolutely have a place. But sometimes we get so wrapped up in the details that we skip right past the foundation.

How are you actually eating?
Are you sleeping?
Moving your body?
Getting enough protein and fiber?
How's your digestion?
What does your stress really look like, not the version you tell people?

These are the questions I keep coming back to in my practice, over and over. They're not flashy. They're not going to trend on TikTok. But they work.

We saw that firsthand in the first round of the 30 Day Reset. Participants reported an average 30% improvement in their symptoms in just 30 days. For a program built entirely around the basics, that's pretty remarkable.

The 30 Day Reset is a self paced online program that walks you through the naturopathic foundations of health and gives you 30 days to actually put them into practice. It's about stepping back, figuring out what actually needs attention, and building habits you can keep.

$99 for all 30 days.

If you've been feeling a little off and aren't sure where to start, this is a good place.

Link in bio to learn more and sign up.

https://l.bttr.to/xgomT

Back-to-school season is a transition for parents, too.We spend so much time getting our kids ready for a new school yea...
08/21/2026

Back-to-school season is a transition for parents, too.

We spend so much time getting our kids ready for a new school year that we sometimes forget to ask:

What does this transition mean for you?

Maybe you’re relieved to get back into a routine.

Maybe you’re exhausted from the chaos of summer.

Maybe your child is starting kindergarten and you’re feeling all the feelings.

Or maybe your child is heading off to college, and the house suddenly feels a whole lot quieter.

These transitions can bring up stress, anxiety, sadness, loneliness, guilt, and even changes in sleep and appetite. And that doesn’t mean something is wrong with you. Big changes in family routines can also be big changes in our sense of identity.

So as you help your kids settle into their new routines, don’t forget to make room for yourself, too.

A few places to start:

→ Protect your sleep
→ Make movement part of your routine
→ Reclaim a hobby or activity that is just for you
→ Lean on your community and talk about what you’re experiencing
→ Outsource what you can, especially during those first hectic weeks
→ Give yourself permission to experience whatever comes up

Transitions take time.

We just published a new article from Dr. Aidanne about supporting your health through the back-to-school transition, including practical ways to care for yourself when family routines and roles are changing.

Read “Back to School: The Parents’ Edition” on the Wellness Minneapolis blog with the link below.

https://www.wellnessminneapolis.com/back-to-school-the-parents-edition/

💭 I Wonder Why WednesdayThis week’s question: Why does iron deficiency cause restless legs?Iron is essential for dopamin...
08/19/2026

💭 I Wonder Why Wednesday

This week’s question: Why does iron deficiency cause restless legs?

Iron is essential for dopamine production and healthy nerve signaling, which is why low iron stores can contribute to Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) and that frustrating urge to move your legs at night.

One of the most important clinical pearls: you can have low iron stores even if you’re not anemic. A normal hemoglobin does not always mean ferritin (your stored iron) is adequate.

If you’ve been dealing with restless legs, poor sleep, heavy menstrual bleeding, fatigue, or unexplained low iron, it’s worth discussing ferritin and iron studies with your healthcare provider.

As a naturopathic doctor, I’m interested in two questions: Do you need iron? And why did your iron become low in the first place?

What health question have you always wondered about? Leave it in the comments, it might become a future I Wonder Why Wednesday.

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