Wellness Blueprints: Nourish Your Roots with Jess

From Stress to Success: Mastering Cortisol for Better Health!

Are you struggling with stress, fatigue, or weight gain, especially around your face and belly? In the latest episode of Wellness Blueprints: Nourish Your Roots with Jess, I delve into the world of cortisol and how it affects our health, particularly for women entering perimenopause.
In this episode, you'll learn:
Signs of High Cortisol: From brain fog and anxiety to sugar cravings and poor digestion.
Root Causes: How stress, inflammation, and lifestyle factors contribute to elevated cortisol levels.
Actionable Steps: Techniques to activate your vagus nerve, practice mindfulness, and make dietary adjustments to lower cortisol.
Exercise Insights: The best times and types of exercise to keep cortisol in check.
Daily Habits: Simple changes to your morning routine and sleep environment to promote better cortisol regulation.
👉If you're ready to regain your energy and reduce stress, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you on your journey. Tune in now and take the first step towards a healthier, more balanced life.

Thyroid Troubles? Start with Your Gut for Lasting Wellness!

In this episode of Wellness Blueprints: Nourish Your Roots with Jess, I dive into the critical connection between your thyroid and gut health. Many of us experience symptoms like brain fog, memory issues, trouble regulating body temperature, and difficulty losing weight, often related to thyroid problems. Traditional doctors typically check TSH levels, but this is just one piece of the puzzle.
As a clinical nutritionist and functional bloodwork specialist, I take a different approach. I'll explain how your thyroid works, the role of the pituitary gland, and the importance of hormones like T3 and T4. You'll learn why conventional ranges for TSH might not be enough and how stress, inflammation, and gut health impact your thyroid function.
Discover how the gut, often called the second brain, plays a crucial role in producing essential neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine. Understand the significance of maintaining a healthy gut microbiome and its effect on your overall health, including thyroid function.
If you’re struggling with thyroid issues, I can help you with actionable steps like dietary adjustments, nutritional supplements, and lifestyle changes to improve your gut health and overall well-being.

What’s Really UP With My Cholesterol? Answers You’ve Been Missing

In Episode 5 of "Wellness Blueprints: Nourish Your Roots with Jess," I dive deep into the real story behind your cholesterol levels. As a clinical nutritionist and functional bloodwork specialist, I reveal why elevated cholesterol is often a sign of other underlying issues, not a problem on its own. Learn how to interpret your lipid panel, understand the essential role of cholesterol in your body, and uncover the root causes like inflammation, blood sugar imbalances, and thyroid issues. If you have high cholesterol, I can help you by providing actionable insights such as dietary adjustments, nutritional supplements, and lifestyle changes to naturally balance your cholesterol and enhance your overall health.
🔗 Ready to take control of your health? Book a discovery call with me today, and let's uncover how I can help you achieve optimal wellness!

Placebo vs Nocebo: Harnessing Mind Power for True Healing

Welcome to Episode 4 of "Wellness Blueprints: Nourish Your Roots with Jess" – your go-to podcast for transforming health and mind! In today’s enlightening episode, we dive deep into the fascinating realms of the placebo and nocebo effects, unraveling how your beliefs can profoundly impact your health and healing journey.
Join me, Jess Milner, as I explore compelling scientific studies and personal anecdotes that reveal the mind's incredible power to influence our physical well-being. Discover how positive beliefs (the placebo effect) can trigger real healing, even when only a sugar pill is involved. Conversely, learn about the nocebo effect, where negative expectations can hinder recovery, demonstrating the critical role of mindset in health outcomes.
This episode is not just about theories; it's about practical insights on cultivating a positive mental framework that empowers your body to heal and thrive. Whether you’re dealing with chronic issues or striving for optimal health, understanding these concepts can be a game changer.

Bloodwork Tidbits: Unveiling Your Health Puzzle Pieces

Feeling unwell despite your doctor saying your bloodwork is "normal"? In this episode of "Wellness Blueprints: Nourish Your Roots with Jess," I dive into the crucial insights hidden in your bloodwork. Learn how to interpret key markers in your CBC, lipid panel, and TSH levels to uncover the real reasons behind your fatigue, bloating, and other symptoms. Discover why standard tests might miss the mark and how functional bloodwork can reveal the hidden infections and imbalances affecting your health. Tune in now to take control of your wellness journey with actionable insights!

Weight Release: Understanding the Barriers

Are you tired of restrictive diets and rigorous workouts with little to no results? In this episode, I will uncover why traditional weight loss methods often fail and explains how to release the weight by addressing underlying toxicities and pathogens. Learn why your body fat may be safeguarding you and why addressing these underlying issues is crucial for long-term success. Don't miss this game-changing episode that could revolutionize your weight loss journey.

Mindset and being in control of our lives & health