by Dr. Helene Pulnik ND | Aug 7, 2026
A bloated abdomen after a large meal is one thing. Feeling distended by midmorning, avoiding fitted clothes, or wondering why your stomach seems to change shape every day is another. Functional medicine for chronic bloating takes that recurring discomfort seriously....
by Dr. Helene Pulnik ND | Aug 5, 2026
Last week, we rebuilt your daily routine. Now, let’s talk about something nobody loves to admit: that bloated, heavy, “my jeans shrank” feeling that follows summer. Between salty snacks, cocktails, and irregular meals, your gut has been through a...
by Dr. Helene Pulnik ND | Aug 4, 2026
Why Are You Still Tired Even Though the Weather Is Beautiful? Feeling tired, foggy, or unmotivated despite the sunshine? Summer fatigue is often a sign of low nutrients or hormone imbalance — and it can be reset. Summer should feel energizing. With more sunshine,...
by Dr. Helene Pulnik ND | Aug 4, 2026
Bouncing Back After Vacation Coming home from vacation can stir up guilt. Often, the scale looks higher, jeans feel tighter, and panic sets in. However, one trip will never erase months of progress. What matters far more is how you recover after vacation. The Scale Is...
by Dr. Helene Pulnik ND | Aug 4, 2026
A 2:17 a.m. wake-up can feel especially cruel when it comes with a racing heart, damp pajamas, and a brain suddenly reviewing every unfinished task. If you are wondering how to sleep better during menopause, know this first: you are not failing at sleep. Hormonal...
by Dr. Helene Pulnik ND | Aug 3, 2026
You walk into a room and forget why you are there. A familiar name disappears mid-sentence. Work tasks that once felt automatic suddenly require three reminders and a second cup of coffee. Perimenopause brain fog natural remedies can be a meaningful part of feeling...
