In this episode, Gina talks with guest Luann Marlow, PNP, Lactation Consultant with about some of the difficulties mothers face with newborns, and also addresses some of the myths surrounding breastfeeding. To learn more about LuAnn Marlow, check out her website here: https://www.dreambabycafe.com/ To learn more about Gina and Elevate Functional Medicine check out our website here: https://www.bluwillo.com/

On this episode of Elevate the Conversation, Gina is joined by Dr. Shannon Thorsteinson to talk about gut health, cardiovascular health, inflammation and the connection between the mouth and the body. Our Guest: Dr Shannon Thorsteinson: https://wellspringdentalatl.com Links to Dr Shannon's recommendations: Toothpaste: https://risewell.com Dental floss: https://cocofloss.com Book: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/whole-body-dentistry-mark-breiner/1111851288 To learn more about Elevate Functional Medicine, please call our clinic at 470-266-1380 or check out our website here: https://www.elevatefunctionalmedicine.com

In this episode of Elevate the Conversation, Gina talks with Physical Therapist and pelvic health specialist Jill Newcomb-Campanelli about her process and the importance of maintaining good pelvic health. To work with Dr Jill check out her services or contact her office here: https://www.wellwomanpt.com

In this version of Elevate the Conversation podcast, Gina speaks with Dr Jonathon Chang, DMD about stress, stress management and the post-Covid effects of stress on jaw related issues. Dr Chang shares his personal experiences with how stress effected his wife's health and what he began to see in his dental practice. Dr Chang reviews tips, tricks, and treatment options for chronic jaw related issues. Headaches, prominent jaw muscles, cracked molars and increased cavities can be signs that you should visit a dentist that works with jaw disorders. Simple home remedies to help with chronic jaw pain and headaches include: "Lips together, teeth apart" -- relax the muscles in your jaw and breath during the day Magnesium glycinate - consider taking some magnesium during the day or at night - this is a great muscle relaxer and can help calm nerves as well as relieve muscle tension (it can also cause decreased blood pressure, drowsiness, diarrhea and interact with some medication so please consult your medical provider prior to starting any supplements) Self massage - periodically during the day take a quick 1-2 min break and massage the muscles in your jaw, the back of your neck, your shoulders and intentionally let go of the stress you may be carrying in these areas If you want to learn more about Sweet City Smiles, the dental appliances Dr Chang offers, or want to schedule an appointment, please contact him directly here: https://sweetcitysmiles.com/ To learn more about Gina's practice, please visit BluWillo Precision Medicine here: https://www.bluwillo.com

In this episode of Elevate the Conversation, Gina and Dr. Rebecca Sarlea continue their discussion on what a metabolic detox can do for you. Not all "detox" programs are the same. Understanding what toxins, body system or cellular function is actually being detoxed is important. For example, a heavy metal detox is very different from a mycotoxin detox, an estrogen detox is very different from a metabolic detox. Doing a detox that mobilizes toxins without the correct support in place can actually be very harmful to the body and can trigger unintended and harmful side effects. Remember, toxins that are stored in your tissues may be causing some mild symptoms, but the body placed these toxins into "storage closets" until they can be eliminated later. To learn more about our lab testing and to schedule your appointment today, please go to our website here: https://www.bluwillo.com

In this month's episode of Elevate the Conversation, Gina is once again joined by Dr. Rebecca Sarlea to talk about detoxifying the body. Not all "detox" programs are the same. Understanding what toxins, body system or cellular function is actually being detoxed is important. For example, a heavy metal detox is very different from a mycotoxin detox, an estrogen detox is very different from a metabolic detox. Doing a detox that mobilizes toxins without the correct support in place can actually be very harmful to the body and can trigger unintended and harmful side effects. Remember, toxins that are stored in your tissues may be causing some mild symptoms, but the body placed these toxins into "storage closets" until they can be eliminated later. Hormones, perfumes, environmental exposures all impact your detox pathways. Understanding your To meet Dr Rebecca please visit Refresh Chiropractic in Suwanee, GA. Link to her website is here: https://refreshchiropractic.com/ To learn more about BluWillo Precision Medicine and our lab testing or to schedule your appointment today, please go to our website here: https://www.bluwillo.com

Women often avoid recognizing their own stress due to the roles that they assume and the responsibilities that they carry. Gina and her close friend Catrina discuss the many stressors that fill the lives of many women and share some of their stress management techniques. Adult women often find themselves filling multiple roles simultaneously such as daughters, mothers, employees, business owners, wives, grandmothers, aunts, sisters, and pet owners. How do women balance these roles in everyday life? Some women fill ALL these roles and are still the primary caregiver to multiple generations. As women, we often disregard our own need for stress management and self care, setting aside these our personal health in the pursuit of helping our loved ones. Gina and Catrina discuss their friendship and their busy lives and reflect on being wives, mothers, daughters and successful professionals.