The Wellness Way - West Des Moines

07/29/2026

Before you blame your skin… fix these 3 things first.
Most people are treating symptoms — not the root.
Save this before your next flare.

07/28/2026

These are 5 signs that you probably have an unhealthy gut and digestive system. Do you have any of these? Send us a message if you’re unsure or can’t figure it out.

07/27/2026

A positive autoimmune antibody test doesn’t tell the entire story of what is happening in your body.

Antibodies can reflect immune activity—but they don’t always tell us how much inflammation is present, how active the autoimmune process is, or what factors may be driving it.

This is why I believe we need to look beyond the diagnosis and ask better questions:

🔎 What is triggering the immune system?
🔥 How much inflammation is present?
🦠 Is there an underlying infection or gut imbalance?
😴 How are sleep and stress affecting immune regulation?
🥗 Are nutrient deficiencies or environmental factors contributing?

The goal shouldn’t simply be to “chase the antibodies.”

The goal is to understand why the immune system is activated in the first place and address the factors that may be contributing to that activation.

Your labs are information—not a life sentence.

Antibodies reflect immune activity, not destiny.

07/24/2026

If you have hypothyroidism, there’s a good chance your thyroid isn’t the real problem.

In fact, around 80% of hypothyroidism is linked to Hashimoto’s—an autoimmune condition where the immune system mistakenly targets the thyroid.

But here’s the problem…

Many treatment plans focus almost entirely on the thyroid itself—without asking WHY the immune system is attacking it in the first place.

When we work with thyroid imbalances and autoimmune conditions, we look beyond the thyroid.

We want to uncover the triggers and underlying factors that may be contributing to the immune system being stuck in an inflammatory or overactive state.

That can mean looking at things like:
• Gut health and intestinal permeability
• Food sensitivities
• Infections and immune triggers
• Stress and nervous system regulation
• Nutrient deficiencies
• Hormonal imbalances
• Environmental exposures

Because managing thyroid labs is important—but understanding WHY the body is struggling in the first place can be a game changer.

Your thyroid may be the symptom. The immune system may be where the story really begins.

07/23/2026

You’re not broken. You’re inflamed, stressed, stretched thin, undernourished, toxic, sick. The good news, you can heal!

07/22/2026

If I wasn’t afraid to offend you, this is what I would tell you about your health…

🍷 Even “moderate” drinking can worsen sleep quality, inflammation, blood sugar control, anxiety, liver function, and recovery.

💊 Endless supplements can become a substitute for behavior change. A person may know every biomarker but still avoid consistent basics: sleep, movement, protein, hydration, fiber, stress management, relationships, and limiting processed foods.

🤦🏻‍♂️ Leaving toxic relationships, reducing work stress, sleeping more, and changing lifestyle patterns can change things in a big way.

🔥 Headaches, fatigue, irritability, and dizziness are not always evidence that toxins are “leaving the body.”

🏃 Training intensely 6–7 days a week while under-eating and under-sleeping is praised as discipline, even when hormones, mood, libido, recovery, and immune function are suffering.

What are some things I left out? Comment below with things you would say if you weren’t afraid of offending someone.

07/20/2026

📢 Quick note before you head our way: our hours are doing a little shuffle the next two weeks.

Details below, thanks for your flexibility!

07/20/2026

Your thyroid isn’t always the problem… your immune system might be.

If you have Hashimoto’s, simply replacing thyroid hormone may not address what’s driving the autoimmune process.

Three common triggers that can contribute to flare-ups or disease progression include:

⚡ Chronic stress
🦠 Infections
🌱 Gut and immune imbalances

Everyone’s triggers are different, but understanding what may be fueling your immune system is an important step toward feeling better.

✨ Remember: Hashimoto’s is an autoimmune condition that affects the thyroid—not just a thyroid condition.

Which of these do you think has had the biggest impact on your health? Let me know in the comments. 👇

07/18/2026

07/16/2026

Hashimoto’s isn’t just about your thyroid—it can have ripple effects throughout your immune system.

One connection that’s getting more attention is the overlap between Hashimoto’s, histamine intolerance, and mast cell activation (MCAS).

Here’s what we know:
✔️ DAO, the enzyme that breaks down dietary histamine, is produced in the small intestine.
✔️ Gut inflammation can reduce DAO production.
✔️ People with Hashimoto’s may be more likely to have gut dysfunction or other immune-related conditions that affect histamine handling.
✔️ Some people also experience mast cell activation, which increases histamine release.

That doesn’t mean Hashimoto’s causes MCAS or that low T3 directly causes DAO deficiency. The relationship is more nuanced—but it’s one reason some people continue to struggle with symptoms even when their thyroid numbers improve.

If you’re dealing with brain fog, headaches, flushing, itching, digestive issues, or reactions to high-histamine foods, it may be worth looking at the bigger picture—not just your thyroid labs.

👇 Have you experienced histamine-related symptoms with Hashimoto’s? Share your experience in the comments.