Madison Brown, PA-C

Madison Brown, PA-C Family Medicine PA 👩🏻‍⚕️ + Mom 🎀
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06/11/2026

The science behind the perimenopause combo everyone is talking about! 👇

If you’re in perimenopause and dealing with:
→ Random hives
→ Brain fog
→ Flushing
→ Headaches
→ Inflammation that came out of nowhere

Your histamine might be the problem.

When estrogen fluctuates, it destabilizes your mast cells — the cells that release histamine. And histamine works through TWO pathways, not one.

H1 receptors → Zyrtec, Claritin, Allegra
H2 receptors → Pepcid, Tagamet

That’s why blocking just one doesn’t always cut it.

This isn’t medical advice and it’s definitely not for everyone. But if you’ve been feeling “off” and can’t figure out why — this might be worth bringing up with your provider.

Have you heard of this? Tried it?

⚠️ Disclaimer: This is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always discuss concerns with your healthcare provider.

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06/10/2026

Losing hair on Ozempic, Wegovy, or another GLP-1? Here’s what’s actually going on 👇

(And please excuse the sound of the AC running 🥶)

First — it’s usually NOT the medication directly damaging your hair follicles.

It’s something called telogen effluvium — a temporary shedding phase triggered by rapid change in the body. Weight loss, stress, surgery, even postpartum can cause it.

When you lose weight quickly, your body can push more hair follicles into the “resting” phase at once. A few months later, that hair sheds — and it can feel alarming.

Here’s what helps:
âś… Prioritize protein (your hair needs it to grow)
âś… Slow, steady weight loss when possible
✅ Check your iron and ferritin levels — low levels make shedding worse
âś… Consider biotin, but talk to your provider first

The reassuring part? For most people, it’s temporary. Hair typically starts recovering once weight stabilizes.

đźš© When to talk to your provider:
→ Losing hair in clumps or patches
→ Shedding hasn’t slowed after 6+ months
→ You’re also experiencing fatigue, brittle nails, or other symptoms

You’re not alone in this — and it doesn’t mean you have to stop your medication.

Have you experienced this?
What are your concerns with these medications?

Scrubs are color Berry Blast

⚠️ Disclaimer: This is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always discuss concerns with your healthcare provider.

06/04/2026

This is coming from a southern girl that loves a ham hock in her green beans…

Salt isn’t innocent… but it’s also not the villain many people think it is.

đź“Ś Average BP reduction from sodium restriction is often only about 3-5 mmHg.
đź“Ś Some people are highly salt-sensitive and may see much larger improvements.
📌 Most dietary sodium comes from processed and restaurant foods—not the salt shaker.
đź“Ś Weight loss, exercise, better sleep, potassium-rich foods, and reducing ultra-processed foods often have a bigger impact on blood pressure.

So before you start eating flavorless food, take a look at the bigger picture.

Are you more surprised by the 3-5 point average reduction or by where most sodium actually comes from? 👇

Scrubs are color Hibiscus

disclaimer: this is not medical advice and purely medical education. Please make sure to always speak to your individual healthcare provider for individualized recommendations.

06/02/2026

Here’s how you can help me!!

If you work in ANY field that wears scrubs I want to hear from you!
Drop your occupation and favorite scrub brand below!

I know that this community is full of ladies who wear scrubs to work because I have come to know so many of you! We have swapped stories, cheered one another on, and learned from each other. And for this I am so grateful.

I have worn and loved Fabletics scrubs for years. The price + value + fit is spot on for me!

PS- the scrubs in this reel are the Fabletics color Sea Glass.

06/02/2026

High Protein Chicken Salad Recipe 👇🏼

I swear one of my biggest weight loss “hacks” has been to prepare a big bag of all the food I’m going to eat for the week on Monday.
Decisions have already been made which leaves little room for error!

Other things that have helped-
•Eating a protein rich breakfast (no fasting here!)
•Fueling up on fiber to balance glucose and NEVER eating a baked carb!

🍗Chicken Salad Recipe 🥗

Mix together —
•3 large chicken breasts- cooked for 4 hours on high in the crockpot- then shred
•3 stalks of celery diced
•1/2 red onion diced
•Jar of dill relish

Dressing—
•1.5 cups of plain Greek yogurt
•1/4 cup apple cider vinegar (or more based on taste preference) - could also use pickle juice!
•Plenty of salt and pepper
•Garlic powder to taste

Mix together well and enjoy!

Wha are you having for lunch this week??? 👇🏼

Scrubs are Fabletics color Gelato!

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05/30/2026

Grill and Chill Recipe 👇🏼

One of my biggest “weight loss tips” is to plan and pack your lunch! And make sure it’s full of protein.
This took me 30 mins to prep and made a ton!

🍗Grill and 🥗Chill

🥗Ingredient List🍗
• Protein Pasta
•Chopped cucumber
•Chopped tomatoes
•Feta Cheese (measure with your ❤️)
•Dressing: 1/2 cup red wine vinegar, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup of lemon juice, dill + oregano + garlic + S&P
•Chicken breast diced and marinated in a mix similar to above

đź“‹ Instructions đź“‹

•Cook chicken breast in air fryer 350 for 10 minutes (may need to do several batches!)
•Boil noodles, chop veggies, and mix together noodles, veggies, feta and dressing

Simple. Balanced.

Are you on a weight loss journey?
Have you tried protein noodles?



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Low Tox is such a trendy word right now.But don’t let it overwhelm you! “Low Tox” is simply a shift toward using product...
05/30/2026

Low Tox is such a trendy word right now.

But don’t let it overwhelm you! “Low Tox” is simply a shift toward using products that don’t contain tons of chemicals with concerning side effects on the human body.

I am NOT an all or nothing and get so frustrated at the people in the “low tox” space that focus on fear mongering.

Even 1 shift can truly impact your family!

Now let me know your favorite “low tox” swap 👇🏼

05/29/2026

Want to know one of the biggest reversible risk factors for dementia? It’s probably not what you’re thinking…

Studies have consistently shown that untreated hearing loss is associated with an increased risk of cognitive decline and dementia. In fact, hearing loss is considered one of the leading potentially reversible risk factors identified by dementia prevention experts.

Why?

🧠 When the brain has to work overtime to decode sounds, it has fewer resources available for memory and thinking.

🧠 Hearing loss can lead to social isolation, which is another major risk factor for cognitive decline.

🧠 Reduced auditory stimulation may accelerate changes in the brain over time.

The good news?

âś… Get your hearing checked if you notice changes. And watch your parents for signs that they need theirs checked!
✅ Don’t ignore hearing loss because “it’s just part of getting older.”
âś… Hearing aids and other interventions may help reduce cognitive strain and keep you engaged with the people around you.

Your hearing health and brain health are more connected than most people realize.

Medical disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Please discuss any concerns with your healthcare provider.

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