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Peptide Changes in 2026

What patients should know In late 2023, the FDA placed 19 commonly used peptides on its Category 2 list, which significantly restricted compounding pharmacies from preparing them. The agency cited potential safety concerns, although many clinicians and compounding pharmacy organizations challenged the decision and argued that the restrictions were broader than the available evidence supported.…

Perimenopause, Metabolism, and the Hidden Drivers of Weight Gain and Sleep Disruption

Perimenopause is a transitional phase marked by fluctuating hormones, but for many women, the most noticeable changes are metabolic. Unexplained weight gain, increasing abdominal fat, poor sleep, and shifts in energy are common concerns and they are not simply a result of aging or lifestyle changes. One of the key drivers is declining and inconsistent…

Insulin: The Hidden Hormone Running Your Metabolism

Why Insulin Is the Key to Your Energy, Weight, and Long-Term Health Most of us have heard of insulin as something related to diabetes. But what if you learned that this single hormone quietly influences your energy, mood, brain health, heart function, and even how well you age? At Avalon Natural Medicine in Happy Valley,…

GLP-1 Agonist

Metabolism is the cornerstone to health and metabolic dysfunction is the known precursor to cardiovascular disease, dementia, cancer, and of course diabetes. Metabolism is a term used to encompass energy utilization, fat storage, and hormonal balance within our body. Metabolic systems however are disrupted by factors including hormonal fluctuations, lack of exercise, genetics, and exposure…

Pellet Bio-identical HRT

You could benefit from pellets if: You lack motivation and feel more tired than usual You gain weight for no reason You’ve noticed a shift in your libido You experience mood swings more frequently You feel anxious and depressed You struggle with brain fog and insomnia Why choose pellet therapy over other bio-identical therapies? …

Mitochondria

You probably remember from junior high science class that mitochondria are the powerhouses of your cells. These little cellular organelles play a crucial role in energy production and cellular metabolism. Mitochondria serve as metabolic hubs and malfunctioning mitochondria or too few can have profound implications for our health. Improving mitochondrial production is essential for our…