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Synergy Integrative Wellness Functional Medicine and Integrative Health, in-person State College, PA and telemedicine across the state of PA.

Integrating Mind, Body and Biology— schedule today At Synergy Integrative Wellness, we blend medical science with integrative health to uncover the why behind symptoms and help you feel your best. We focus on gut health, hormones, thyroid support, weight loss, and autoimmune balance, using advanced labs and personalized care to guide lasting change. Founded by Dr. Bethany Stough, DNP, a Nurse Practitioner and Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, our care integrates evidence-based medicine with holistic approaches to support your whole health — mind, body, and biology.

This weekend I presented the fundamentals of functional medicine to healthcare providers at the PA NP Conference.Prepar...
10/18/2026

This weekend I presented the fundamentals of functional medicine to healthcare providers at the PA NP Conference.

Preparing to teach something you do every day gives you a new appreciation for it. This reminded me just how much I value this approach to care.

Functional medicine provides a framework for looking beyond symptoms to explore what contributes to them. It considers the whole person and how interconnected our body systems really are.

What happens when we start looking at the whole picture? We begin to see connections we might otherwise miss.

• Gut and brain: They are in constant communication, influencing digestion, mood, and neurological function.

• Immune system and emotions: Our immune system communicates directly with the parts of our brain involved in processing emotions, and vise versa.

• Metabolism and hormones: Blood sugar regulation, stress hormones, thyroid function, and s*x hormones interact to influence energy, weight, and metabolism.

• Our environment and health: What we eat, breathe, and put on our skin, along with how our nervous system processes the world around us, all influence how we feel and perceive life.

Here's the really fascinating part: These connections influence the others, creating an interconnected web that shapes how we feel and function. A change in one area can have effects throughout.

And the best part? Functional medicine offers ways to help restore balance and support the body’s natural ability to heal.

I encourage you to start paying attention to these connections in your own life. You may be surprised by what you begin to notice!

10/14/2026

🧬 YOUR GENES AREN’T THE WHOLE STORY: WHY EPIGENETICS MATTERS

Think about how much our world has changed in just the last few decades. The foods we eat, the products we use, and the chemicals we're exposed to in everyday life look very different from those of previous generations.

Could these changes matter to our long-term health? It's a question worth exploring.

This became personal for me this past summer, when three good girlfriends of mine, all in their 50s, were diagnosed with advanced diseases once thought of as rare. It motivated me to take a more proactive approach to my own health and focus on what I can influence.

This is where epigenetics and functional medicine intersect. Our DNA provides the instructions, but our environment and experiences can influence how our genes are expressed. While we can't control everything, we can make informed choices, reduce certain environmental exposures, and support our bodies through everyday habits.

🌱 We don't have to change the world overnight. We can start with what we do have control over in our everyday life.

Over the next several weeks, I'll share about epigenetics, along with practical tips and simple changes you can incorporate into daily life.

What changes have you noticed in our environment over the years? Have they changed the way you think about your health?

I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments.

I’m excited and honored to be presenting at the Pennsylvania Nurse Practitioner Conference in just two weeks!My presenta...
10/03/2026

I’m excited and honored to be presenting at the Pennsylvania Nurse Practitioner Conference in just two weeks!

My presentation, “Functional Medicine Foundations,” will introduce the principles of functional medicine, how they can be applied as a clinical tool, and how they can enhance the care across all disciplines.

Functional medicine is a systems-based approach developed over decades through the work of healthcare professionals and researchers, with an evolving body of science supporting its principles. I’ve had the privilege of studying with the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) for nearly a decade. Becoming an IFM Certified Practitioner changed the course of my professional and personal journey.

I’m proud to represent something I believe strongly in and see the value of every day in my practice—and to bring that perspective to nurse practitioners across Pennsylvania.

It's important to me to share what I’ve learned, what I’m seeing in practice, and to be part of the continued evolution of providing integrative, personalized patient care.

PCNP 2026 Annual Conference | Erie, PA
Learn more about the conference: https://www.pacnp.org/page/2026_Annual_Conference

I’ve been a little quiet here lately, immersed in the first year of growing Synergy Integrative Wellness. What an amazin...
09/25/2026

I’ve been a little quiet here lately, immersed in the first year of growing Synergy Integrative Wellness. What an amazing year it has been.

As I near 1 year with Synergy and the seasons change, I’m feeling especially grateful for the 200+ patients who have trusted me with their care. I'm grateful for the relationships I’ve built, the stories you’ve shared, and the changes I’ve had the privilege of witnessing and being part of.

This year has shown me just how many opportunities there are to support healing when we focus on personalized, integrative care.

There are some exciting happenings ahead this fall, and I look forward to sharing them with you soon. 🤍

For today, I simply wish you a beautiful change of season. Pause long enough to feel the warmth of the sun, breathe in the crisp air, notice the changing world around you, and give yourself a little love and grace.

Remember, you are amazing in this life. 🍂🤍

Thank you for being part of this journey.

Photo: A little piece of life outside the office, visiting my son Jefferson in Alaska last month. 🏔️🤍

I am happy to share that you now have a lyme literate clinician in Central PA.I recently completed the ILADS Clinical Tr...
08/05/2026

I am happy to share that you now have a lyme literate clinician in Central PA.

I recently completed the ILADS Clinical Training Fellowship, which included intensive one-on-one mentorship with a renowned Lyme and tick-borne disease expert. This training provided me with an invaluable framework for caring for patients with both new and persistent Lyme disease, including advanced testing and treatment techniques.

The experience has expanded my knowledge and clinical tools in ways that I’m now able to bring directly to my patients and share with my community.

Are you wondering if Lyme disease could be part of the reason you haven’t been feeling like yourself? I’m here to help you explore the possibilities, get answers, and find a personalized path forward.

🌿 Now scheduling Lyme and tick-borne disease consultations.
📍 In-person in State College, PA | 💻 Telemedicine throughout Pennsylvania
Schedule through the link in my bio or at synergyintegrativewellness.com.


Normal testing, lingering symptoms, and answers that leave you with more questions.You are not imagining it.You have cho...
06/10/2026

Normal testing, lingering symptoms, and answers that leave you with more questions.

You are not imagining it.

You have choices you may not know exist.
You have options that haven't been offered.
Functional medicine evaluation that goes beyond standard testing.

You have a body that is trying to tell you something — and you deserve a provider trained to think beyond the standard algorithms of care.

This is what we do at Synergy Integrative Wellness.
Ask why. Dig deeper. Find the answers you have been looking for.

You don't have to manage this alone anymore.

💬 What is the one health question you have never gotten a real answer to?

Some medicines can't be prescribed. Just back from a week in Montana. Hiking deep into the wilderness. Foraging for more...
06/07/2026

Some medicines can't be prescribed.

Just back from a week in Montana. Hiking deep into the wilderness. Foraging for morels hidden in the forest floor, trekking along in cold rain and brilliant sun. Chatting with a long-time friend who has turned foraging into an art form.

Foraging demands your full presence as a deep back woods immersion, studying maps, reading the land, moving slowly, seeing everything. The tilt of light through trees. The smell of pine sap warming to the day. Birds singing.
It is meditation in motion.
The forest doesn't care about your inbox and internet does not reach here.

The more we take on, the more essential it becomes to step away.
Real reset. Real connection.
It brings you back to yourself — with fresh perspective, new insights, and creative ideas to carry back into your daily life.

This kind of self care is a foundation. The kind that everything else grows from.

🌲 What does your soul reset look like?

05/23/2026

Finding a tick attached to your skin is no fun. But knowing what to do in that moment can make all the difference. Here's what to do:

Step 1 — Remove it promptly and properly
Grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible and pull upward with slow, steady pressure. Do NOT crush it, twist it, or apply heat, petroleum jelly, or chemicals. Clean the area with soap and water or an alcohol-based cleanser.

Step 2 — Save the tick
Place it in a sealed bag or container. Note the date it was removed and where on your body it was attached.

Step 3 — Get it tested
PA residents — send your tick to TickLab.org for FREE testing! Other states can use TickReport.com. Testing can identify the tick species and detect pathogens it may be carrying.

Step 4 — Watch for symptoms
Symptoms can appear days to weeks after a bite and may include fever, fatigue, headache, muscle or joint pain, or a skin rash near the bite. Note — a bull's-eye rash doesn't always appear, and no rash doesn't mean no risk. Talk to a medical clinician familiar with tick bites to see if prophylaxis treatment is right for you.

Step 5 — Don't assume you're in the clear
No immediate symptoms doesn't mean no infection. Ticks can also carry co-infections beyond Lyme — including Babesiosis, Anaplasmosis, and more. So pay attention to how you feel.

If symptoms develop, connect with a clinician experienced in tick-borne illness. Early awareness matters.

Save this. Share this. It could matter to someone you love.

💬 Questions? Drop them below.
More resources at https://www.synergyintegrativewellness.com/

05/20/2026

Lyme is one of the most misunderstood illnesses because it's a master of disguise.

Lyme disease is known as "the great imitator." It can look like the flu, arthritis, chronic fatigue, MS, fibromyalgia, depression, even Parkinson's. Over 150 Lyme symptoms overlap with other diseases — which is why so many people go years without a proper diagnosis.

Know the early signs:
Rash - bull's-eye, expanding red, OR irregular (not everyone gets one)
Flu-like symptoms - fever, chills, fatigue, muscle aches, headache, joint pain
Swollen lymph nodes
Bell's Palsy (one sided facial paralysis)

Symptoms can progress to:
Neurological symptoms - brain fog and memory problems
Heart issues - including Lyme carditis, heart block, and palpitations
Digestive problems - nausea, IBS-like symptoms
Severe fatigue and migrating joint pain
Hormone disruption - thyroid issues
Muscle twitching and cramps
Neuropathy and paresthesia (numbness and tingling in legs)

Important reminders:
A bull's-eye rash is not required — many people never get one
Symptoms can appear days, weeks, or even months after a bite

Ticks can carry co-infections too, so symptoms may be more complex or unusual.
If something feels off after a tick bite — or even if you don't remember one — trust your instincts and find a provider experienced in tick-borne illness.

May is Lyme Disease awareness month, share this to help educate everyone.

💬 Have questions or a story to share? Drop them below.

05/20/2026

Lyme awareness month- Time to pay attention.

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State College, PA
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