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Synergy Holistic Wellness Fierce advocate for root cause approaches to hormone therapy in men & women. Disclaimer: info provided here is not intended to be personalized medical advice.

You’re in your 40s or 50s— and you just don’t feel like yourself anymore.Your energy is fading.Your workouts aren’t prod...
10/09/2026

You’re in your 40s or 50s— and you just don’t feel like yourself anymore.

Your energy is fading.
Your workouts aren’t producing the same results.
You’re losing muscle more easily.
Your motivation and focus feel off.
And your s*x drive? Definitely not what it used to be.

Maybe you’ve already wondered whether your testosterone is low.

But here’s the thing: testosterone doesn’t decline in isolation.

Low testosterone may be part of the picture—but what is driving the change?

Your metabolic health, insulin resistance, body composition, chronic stress, poor sleep, inflammation, nutrient deficiencies, thyroid function, medications, and other underlying factors can all influence testosterone production and how well your body uses it.

Testosterone therapy can be incredibly helpful for the right man— but we don’t believe in treating one lab value while ignoring the rest of the body.

Here - we step back and look at the whole picture:

What has changed?
What is contributing to your symptoms?
What does your complete hormone and metabolic picture show?
And what does your body actually need to feel strong, energized, confident, and like you again?

Because you deserve more than a quick prescription or to be told that feeling this way is “just part of getting older.”

If you’re ready to understand what’s happening beneath the surface— and want a thoughtful, comprehensive approach to men’s hormone and metabolic health— we’re here to help.

Explore more here: https://synergy.myflodesk.com

You don’t have to guess what’s going on inside your body.And you don’t have to wait until something feels REALLY wrong t...
10/07/2026

You don’t have to guess what’s going on inside your body.

And you don’t have to wait until something feels REALLY wrong to start paying attention.

Sometimes, you just need better information.

That’s why we created Synergy lab testing options for both women AND men.

Whether you’re noticing changes in your energy, hormones, metabolism, mood, sleep, body composition or libido—or you simply want a clearer picture of your health— labs can give us valuable insight into what may be happening beneath the surface.

Because at Synergy, we believe your health is more than one number.

It’s about looking at the patterns.
Connecting the dots.
And helping you better understand YOUR body.

Our lab options make it easy to take that first step without committing to a full Synergy program.

✨ Women’s Hormone & Metabolic Panel
✨ Men’s Metabolic Blueprint

Curious what your numbers have to say?

Explore our functional lab testing options and find the panel that’s right for you:

https://www.synergywellnessme.com/lab-consults

Knowledge is powerful. Understanding what to DO with that knowledge? That’s where things can really start to change. 💜

10/05/2026

☕️ I’m Not Giving Up My Coffee

I love coffee. Like…actually love coffee. 😂

And fortunately, coffee isn’t necessarily the health villain it was once made out to be.

Observational research has repeatedly associated moderate coffee consumption with lower rates of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, liver disease, certain neurologic diseases, and even lower all-cause mortality.

Does that mean coffee magically prevents disease? Nope.

But I don’t feel the need to give up one of my favorite daily rituals. I just get a little nerdy about how I drink it.

A few things I personally look for:

☕️ Organic when possible.
Mostly to reduce unnecessary pesticide exposure.

☕️ Know your sourcing.
Harvesting, drying, moisture control, and storage all matter when it comes to mold and mycotoxins— something worth considering if you’re particularly mold-sensitive.

☕️ Lighter-to-medium roast.
Coffee is rich in polyphenols, including chlorogenic acids— plant compounds studied for their role in antioxidant defenses, metabolic and vascular health, inflammation, and the gut microbiome.

Darker roasting can break down more of these compounds, so I tend to stay on the lighter side.

☕️ Brew through paper.
Coffee contains cafestol and kahweol, oily compounds that can raise LDL cholesterol, particularly in unfiltered coffee like French press or boiled coffee.

Paper filters trap much of these oils before they reach your cup.

☕️ Minimize hot coffee sitting in plastic.
No fear-mongering. I simply reduce heated plastic contact where practical and choose glass or stainless when I can.

And most importantly…

Coffee isn’t for everyone.

If it makes you anxious, wrecks your sleep, causes palpitations, worsens reflux, or simply makes you feel terrible— you do not need a study to convince you to drink it.

But if you tolerate it well?

Enjoy your coffee. There’s some pretty interesting chemistry hiding in that morning cup.

I know I’ll happily keep enjoying mine. ☕️🤎

Some messages stop us in our tracks. This was one of them. 🥹After three years of walking alongside this patient through ...
10/01/2026

Some messages stop us in our tracks. This was one of them. 🥹

After three years of walking alongside this patient through her PCOS journey, we received this message:

“I knew I would have cried if I tried to say this out loud but I just want to say thank you so much for everything you have done for me over the past three years. I know there is no way I would have gotten pregnant or made so many gains with my PCOS without your help. I really hope to be able to just take a break and come back soon, I appreciate you so so much!!!”

This is why the work we do at Synergy is so much more than labs, appointments and treatment plans.

It’s getting to know the woman behind the symptoms.
It’s looking deeper when she knows something isn’t right.
It’s celebrating the gains along the way.
And sometimes, it’s having the incredible privilege of watching her life change in ways that mean more than we could ever put into words.

To be trusted with someone’s health journey for three years is something we never take lightly.

And messages like this?

They’re the reason we do what we do. 🤍

09/28/2026

Jen here— with a little glimpse into my own health journey. 🤍

Living with a complex health history—from POTS and chronic GI issues to hormone imbalances and everything in between, has taught me that staying active doesn’t always look the way we think it should.

Some days, my body is capable of more. Other days, a few minutes of gentle movement is all I have to give.

And I’m learning that both count.

Maybe you need that reminder today, too.

Movement doesn’t have to be intense. It doesn’t have to last an hour. And it doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s version of “active.”

Sometimes it’s eight minutes on a little stepper. Sometimes it’s a short walk or a few gentle stretches. And sometimes, listening to your body means choosing rest.

When you’re navigating chronic symptoms, simply meeting your body where it is can be an accomplishment in itself.

Small steps still count.

Doing what you can, when you can, still matters.

And progress doesn’t have to look the same every day to still be progress.

Having the Synergy team in my corner— supporting me, empowering me and reminding me to work with my body instead of against it, has meant more than I can put into words.

That’s what we want for every person who walks through our doors— to feel seen, supported and empowered through every step of their health journey…even the very smallest ones. 🤍

09/26/2026

Your cholesterol went up.

The immediate thought?
Something is wrong.

But what if that number is only one piece of a much bigger picture?

One pattern we commonly see in women during late perimenopause and early menopause is cholesterol levels changing—sometimes pretty significantly—as hormones shift.

And this is exactly why we don’t treat a lab value in isolation.

At Synergy, we want to look deeper.

What do your advanced lipid markers show?
What’s happening with your blood sugar and insulin?
What about inflammation, metabolic health, thyroid function and hormones?

Because cholesterol itself isn’t the enemy. It plays essential roles throughout the body, including in cell membranes, hormone production and nervous system function.

The goal isn’t to ignore an elevated number.

It’s to understand WHY it may be changing and what that number means in the context of your overall health.

As I explain in this reel, sometimes that means looking beyond a standard cholesterol panel and asking better questions.

Because you deserve more than, “Your cholesterol is high.”

You deserve to understand the whole picture.

Ready to take a deeper look at your health?

Women’s Optimization Program:
https://synergy.myflodesk.com/women-optimization-program

We’ve been keeping a little secret at Synergy… 🤫We’re welcoming MEN. But we’re doing men’s health a little differently.W...
09/24/2026

We’ve been keeping a little secret at Synergy… 🤫

We’re welcoming MEN.

But we’re doing men’s health a little differently.

We aren’t only interested in the fact that your energy has dropped, your body composition has changed, your sleep is terrible, or your testosterone isn’t where it used to be.

We want to know how you got here.

Because hormones don’t operate in isolation.

Your metabolic health, blood sugar, cardiovascular risk, sleep, stress, nutrition, gut health, inflammation, thyroid function, and recovery all matter.

Testosterone may be one piece of the plan—but it shouldn’t automatically be the entire plan.

We’re bringing the same foundational, whole-person approach we’ve long used with women into both functional men’s health and the longevity and performance space.

And honestly? It has brought me so much joy.

Especially when husbands, wives, partners, and family members begin working on their wellness together. There’s something powerful about creating a healthier future as a team.

So yes—the secret is officially out.

Men are welcome at Synergy. And we’re ready to help you understand your health, strengthen your foundations, and feel more like yourself again.

Ready to get started?

Men’s Optimization Program:
https://synergy.myflodesk.com/

Men’s Metabolic Blueprint + Labs:
https://synergy.myflodesk.com/labs

09/22/2026

If you sleep great for half the month and then suddenly turn into a 2 a.m. ceiling-staring insomniac before your period… progesterone may be part of the story. 👀

Melissa asked:

“Why does my sleep get so much worse during my luteal phase?”

Such a good question — and something we hear from a LOT of women.

The luteal phase is the part of your cycle after ovulation and before your period. Normally, this is when progesterone rises.

Progesterone and its metabolites can have calming effects in the brain, which may help support restful sleep.

But as we move into perimenopause, ovulation can become less predictable — or simply not as robust. And when ovulation changes, progesterone production afterward can change too.

So instead of feeling that nice, calming shift during the second half of your cycle, you may notice:

✨ More difficulty falling asleep
✨ Waking up at 2 or 3 a.m.
✨ Feeling more anxious or “wired”
✨ Temperature changes or night sweats
✨ More PMS symptoms

But here’s the important part: progesterone isn’t the only piece of the sleep puzzle.

Estrogen fluctuations, stress and cortisol, blood sugar, thyroid function, alcohol, sleep apnea, and other factors can all affect sleep too.

That’s why patterns matter.

If you consistently notice that your sleep gets noticeably worse after ovulation and then improves once your period starts, that pattern gives us useful information about what may be happening hormonally.

And if this is a new pattern showing up in your late 30s or 40s?

Yep — perimenopause may be worth exploring.

Your symptoms aren’t random. Sometimes your body is giving you clues.

Have a question of your own? Ask us here👇

https://synergy.myflodesk.com/ask-anonymously

09/20/2026

A little snack prep with Karen and her cutest kitchen helper. 🥣

When you want something light— but still balanced and satisfying— try this simple combination:

✨ Unsweetened dairy-free yogurt
✨ 2 tablespoons of h**p seeds
✨ A small handful of berries for natural sweetness and extra fiber

H**p seeds add protein, healthy fats, and fiber, helping give this simple snack a little more staying power without leaving you feeling overly full.

Plant-based. Dairy-free. Gluten-free. Protein-focused. Simple, nourishing— and little-helper approved. 😉🤍

Happy Friday! We hope you all enjoy your weekend!

09/18/2026

HAPPY FALL, Y’ALL! 🍂

New season, same questions you’ve been dying to ask… so let’s have some FUN with it.

Our anonymous Q&A box is OPEN!

Hormones. Gut health. Energy. Metabolism. Labs. Supplements. Symptoms you’ve been Googling at 11pm. 😂 Whatever has you wondering, “Okay but… is this normal?!”

ASK US.

No name. No awkwardness. No question too small, weird or TMI. 🙌

Drop your question anonymously here:
https://synergy.myflodesk.com/ask-anonymously

Then keep an eye on our page because Deziree or Karen will be answering your questions right here! 🤍🍂

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