MyHealth1st

07/22/2026

Weight loss isn’t always as straightforward as "eat less, move more." Factors like stress, sleep, hormones, and even certain medications can all influence appetite, metabolism, and motivation. We explore some often-overlooked pieces of the puzzle in our latest blog. Read more here! 👇

https://www.mh1st.com/articles/ssri-weight-gain-why-losing-weight-may-be-harder-on-antidepressants/

06/25/2026

Strength training is one of the most powerful investments you can make in your future health. While those 5-pound dumbbells may be a great place to start, your muscles need a reason to keep adapting and growing.

📖 Read the full blog: https://www.mh1st.com/articles/can-you-build-muscle-with-5-pound-dumbbells-the-truth-about-strength-metabolism-and-aging/

👉🏼 Keep in mind that lighter weights can still work wonders if you’re progressing in other ways. What’s your go-to method?

Let us know in the comments! ⬇️

06/01/2026

Your cookware may not be something you think about often… but it’s one of the most-used items in your kitchen every single day. 🍽️

The good news? You don’t need to throw everything away overnight. Start with awareness, replace damaged cookware first, and make swaps gradually.

Want to learn more about safer cookware options and what to avoid? Check out our full blog here:

https://www.mh1st.com/articles/how-toxic-is-your-cookware-the-healthiest-safest-options/

05/08/2026

Many people focus on how much water they drink…
Fewer people focus on what’s actually in it.

Your body runs on water. The quality matters. 💧

Because your cells don’t just need fluid…
they need clean input to function well.

If this made you think twice about your water source,
you’ll want to read the full breakdown in our latest blog: http://bit.ly/3RbYM82

04/30/2026

We’ve got some exciting news!

We were just named Best Holistic & Naturopathic Practice in North Carolina by Guide to North Carolina! 🏆

We are so grateful for the support and trust from this incredible community. It means so much to us!

If you’ve ever been curious about what we do and how we support our patients on their journey to optimal health and well-being, we’d love to share!

Check out our latest blog to learn more about the services we offer, and how we can support you. 👉 https://www.mh1st.com/articles/myhealth1st-named-best-holistic-doctor-in-north-carolina-2026/

Thank you for being part of our story. We’re just getting started! 💛

MyHealth1st offers functional medicine, advanced lab testing, hormone therapy, and lifestyle-based care for lasting health.

04/28/2026

Not all protein is created equal… and your body knows it.

If hitting your protein goals feels like a full-time job, you’re not alone.

👉 This is where targeted amino acids can make things easier.

Curious if PerfectAmino could support your goals? Don’t hesitate to reach out to us for more information or to purchase some to try for yourself. We always carry a supply of this fantastic product in office!

Check out this link from the makers of PerfectAmino to learn more about the science behind amino acid utilization:

https://bodyhealth.com/blogs/news/the-science-behind-perfectamino-amino-acid-utilization

04/27/2026

Happy Monday, friends! We hope you are doing well and enjoying this fantastic spring weather!

We are pleased to introduce our 40-Day Health Reset winner, Melissa 🎉

Over 40 days, she stacked 4 simple pillars:
✨ Break one unhealthy habit
😴 Protect your sleep
🚶‍♀️ Walk daily
💪 Lift something heavy

No extremes. Just consistency (and real, lasting change!)

Her story is honest, practical, and seriously inspiring… and this is just a glimpse 👀

👉 Read the full blog here: https://www.mh1st.com/news/40-day-health-reset-spotlight-melissas-story/ to see what’s possible when you commit and follow through ✨

04/09/2026

The finish line is in sight… now it’s time to finish strong! 💪

A HUGE thank you and congratulations to those who have shown up, stacked habits, and put in the work over these past several weeks. That’s something to be proud of. This wasn’t just a challenge… it was a decision to take control of your health and start building something that lasts.

Don’t let up now. These final days matter. Keep showing up. Keep stacking wins.

👇 If you’ve been part of this reset, drop an emoji in the comments that represents your journey!

We’ll be selecting and announcing the winner of our fantastic prize package very soon… 👀🎉