Monarch Functional Medicine

Monarch Functional Medicine Helping women uncover the root causes of fatigue, brain fog, hormone changes, thyroid issues, gut symptoms, weight resistance, and burnout.

Founded by Julie McDonald, PA-C, FMACP, Monarch Functional Medicine takes a personalized, root-cause approach to .

**📣📣New Product Giveaway📣📣**ProDough protein products have now landed at the MFM Retail Store! At Monarch Functional Med...
06/18/2026

**📣📣New Product Giveaway📣📣**

ProDough protein products have now landed at the MFM Retail Store! At Monarch Functional Medicine, we don’t put products on our shelves just because they taste good. We vet everything we carry — ingredients, macros, blood sugar impact, and whether it actually fits the way we teach our patients to eat.

We're so excited for you to try these great products, that we're giving away a sampler basket to one lucky winner. The basket includes the following:

1 - Buttermilk Protein Pancake Mix
1 - Vanilla Cupcake Mix
1 - Apple Cinnamon Instant Oatmeal Cup
5 - Whey Protein Powder Sticks, one of each flavor below:
Vanilla, Iced Mocha, Chocolate Mousse, Orange Cream, and Raspberry Cheesecake

Total Giveaway Value: $50

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Giveaway closes on Sunday at midnight! Winner will be announced Friday, June 26th, must be able to pick up prize in person.

Hormones matter, but so do energy, metabolism, nervous system health, gut health, sleep, cardiovascular health, brain fu...
06/18/2026

Hormones matter, but so do energy, metabolism, nervous system health, gut health, sleep, cardiovascular health, brain function, muscle mass, stress resilience, and longevity.

So many women are used to pushing through symptoms because they’ve been told feeling exhausted, anxious, inflamed, or disconnected from their bodies is just “part of life.”

It’s not always that simple. Women’s health deserves a more comprehensive conversation. One that looks at how the entire body is functioning, not just one set of hormones or one lab marker.

The goal is helping women feel supported, resilient, energized, and well through every stage of life.

If you’re looking for a more personalized, root-cause approach to your health, reach out to book your consultation. https://monarchfm.com/









It’s about having the energy to get through your day well. Maintaining muscle, cognitive health, mobility, metabolic hea...
06/17/2026

It’s about having the energy to get through your day well. Maintaining muscle, cognitive health, mobility, metabolic health, and resilience as you get older.

The goal is not to look 25 forever. It’s to support the body in a way that helps you feel strong, clear, capable, and well for as long as possible.

That usually looks less like extreme wellness trends and more like consistently supporting the foundations:

Sleep.
Strength training.
Blood sugar balance.
Nervous system health.
Nutrition.
Stress resilience.
Recovery.

The body responds to what we repeatedly give it over time.

If you’re looking for a more personalized, root-cause approach to healthy aging and long-term wellness, we are here to help. Reach out, or visit https://monarchfm.com/ to learn more about working together.






These high-protein overnight oats with peaches are creamy, refreshing, and packed with fiber and protein to help keep yo...
06/13/2026

These high-protein overnight oats with peaches are creamy, refreshing, and packed with fiber and protein to help keep you energized throughout the morning.

🍑 High-Protein Peach Overnight Oats

Ingredients:
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup unsweetened milk of choice
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
• 1 fresh peach, diced
• Cinnamon to taste

Directions:
Mix everything together in a jar or container and refrigerate overnight. Top with extra peaches and cinnamon before serving.



There’s a difference between being busy… and being well.A lot of people are functioning.Getting through the day.Showing ...
06/11/2026

There’s a difference between being busy… and being well.

A lot of people are functioning.
Getting through the day.
Showing up for everyone else.
Checking the boxes.

But underneath it?
They’re exhausted.
Disconnected.
Running on stress, caffeine, and survival mode.

The problem is, most people don’t notice how bad they feel until feeling bad becomes their normal.

And if you haven’t felt "yourself" in a while… it may be time to start paying attention. Putting yourself first is key 🔑. If you need help, we're here for you. https://monarchfm.com/






Ever eat a burger, fries, takeout, or a pile of snacks… and feel like your body completely crashes afterward? We’re talk...
06/09/2026

Ever eat a burger, fries, takeout, or a pile of snacks… and feel like your body completely crashes afterward? We’re talking brain fog, bloating, fatigue, puffiness, headaches, anxiety, or feeling inflamed for the rest of the day.

That reaction can sometimes be a sign your body is struggling to keep up with the inflammatory load.

👉 Ultra-processed foods can spike blood sugar quickly, leading to energy crashes and cravings later on.
👉 Refined oils and additives may increase oxidative stress and inflammation.
👉 Poor gut health can make certain foods feel even harder to tolerate.
👉 If detoxification pathways are already overloaded from stress, alcohol, lack of sleep, or nutrient depletion, recovery may feel slower.

Your body is constantly trying to maintain balance behind the scenes. So if certain foods leave you feeling “hungover” afterward, it may be less about the food itself and more about how resilient your system is right now.




Histamine reactions are influenced by much more than the environment. Gut health, stress, inflammation, nutrient status,...
06/08/2026

Histamine reactions are influenced by much more than the environment. Gut health, stress, inflammation, nutrient status, and liver function can all affect how intensely the body reacts during allergy season.

👉 Around 70% of the immune system lives in the gut, which means microbiome imbalance can influence immune reactivity.
👉 Chronic stress can dysregulate the immune system and increase inflammation.
👉 Poor liver detoxification may make it harder for the body to process histamine efficiently.
👉 Nutrient deficiencies, especially vitamin C, magnesium, and quercetin-rich foods, may impact histamine balance and immune resilience.

If allergy season brings brain fog, headaches, fatigue, congestion, or poor sleep every year, your body may be signaling a larger inflammatory burden underneath the surface.

Sometimes the goal is not just symptom management. It’s understanding why the immune system feels overwhelmed in the first place.





A recent study found that some of the biggest changes during fasting happened after about 72 hours, including shifts lin...
06/08/2026

A recent study found that some of the biggest changes during fasting happened after about 72 hours, including shifts linked to metabolism, inflammation, immune function, and brain health.

It’s a fascinating reminder that the body is constantly adapting behind the scenes.

That said, longer fasts are not for everyone, and more is not always better. Extended fasting can carry risks and should be approached carefully and intentionally.

The real goal is supporting metabolic flexibility and long-term health, not pushing the body to extremes. That's why our 𝟭𝟮-𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆, 𝗛𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗲 & 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝘁 includes high level, comprehensive genetic testing, to know what's best for 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 body. Visit https://monarchfm.com/12-weeks-reset/ if you want to learn more.

Study:
https://www.nature.com/articles/s42255-024-01008-9




Not the perfectly optimized version of yourself. Just you.Sometimes it’s getting outside first thing in the morning.Some...
06/07/2026

Not the perfectly optimized version of yourself. Just you.

Sometimes it’s getting outside first thing in the morning.
Sometimes it’s eating enough protein.
Sometimes it’s putting your phone away earlier.
Sometimes it’s finally slowing down long enough for your nervous system to exhale.

We often underestimate how much the small, consistent habits shape how we feel physically and mentally.

The body responds to safety, rhythm, nourishment, rest, and consistency far more than extremes.

Let us know in the comments what works for YOU.




Your body already knows how to detox. The goal is not forcing detoxification through extreme cleanses, teas, or restrict...
06/06/2026

Your body already knows how to detox. The goal is not forcing detoxification through extreme cleanses, teas, or restriction. It’s supporting the systems your body already uses every single day to process and eliminate waste effectively.

5 things your body needs for healthy detoxification:

👉 Protein. Your liver relies on amino acids to process and package toxins effectively. Undereating protein can make detox pathways less efficient.
👉 Regular bowel movements. One of the body’s main ways of eliminating waste is through the digestive tract. If digestion is sluggish, detoxification can be too.
👉 Hydration. Water supports circulation, kidney function, lymphatic flow, and elimination pathways throughout the body.
👉 Nutrients. The liver depends on vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to carry out detoxification processes every single day.
👉 Sleep. A huge amount of repair and cleanup happens while you sleep. Chronic sleep deprivation increases stress on the body and affects recovery pathways.

If you’ve been feeling run down, sluggish, or disconnected from your body lately, sometimes starting with the basics can make a bigger difference than you think.

Reach out and book and consultation to get started, and let's get your body functioning at 100% again. https://monarchfm.com/




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