by Dr. Helene Pulnik ND | Sep 23, 2026
That 2:30 p.m. feeling can be remarkably discouraging. You may have started the day determined, managed work and family responsibilities, and even eaten what seemed like a reasonable lunch – then suddenly, your focus disappears, cravings get louder, and the...
by Dr. Helene Pulnik ND | Sep 21, 2026
You may be getting through the day, checking every box, and still feel as if your body is running on a nearly empty battery. A root cause fatigue guide starts with a validating truth: persistent exhaustion is not a character flaw, and it is not something you should...
by Dr. Helene Pulnik ND | Sep 19, 2026
When you are bloated, uncomfortable, and still waiting for a bowel movement, being told to simply “eat more fiber” can feel dismissive. The best foods for constipation do contain fiber, but relief often depends on the type of fiber, how quickly you increase it, your...
by Dr. Helene Pulnik ND | Sep 17, 2026
A normal lab result does not always feel reassuring when you are still exhausted by 2 p.m., gaining weight despite doing “everything right,” or waking up every night at 3 a.m. The conversation around functional medicine versus conventional care often begins right...
by Dr. Helene Pulnik ND | Sep 15, 2026
For many women in midlife, weight changes can feel deeply personal and frustrating. You may be eating thoughtfully, moving your body, and trying to manage stress, yet the scale keeps rising while energy, sleep, and confidence fall. The conversation around retatrutide...
by Dr. Helene Pulnik ND | Sep 13, 2026
Waking up drenched in sweat at 2 a.m. can leave you exhausted long before the day even begins. If you are trying to prevent nighttime hot flashes, you are not alone. Night sweats and sudden waves of heat are among the most disruptive symptoms of perimenopause and...
