Root & Rise Nutrition

Root & Rise Nutrition Functional Holistic Nutritionist
Empowering women to thrive through personalized nutrition
MSCN, MPH, RYT, RMT

05/01/2026

Did you know our Nutritionist Dessiree Root & Rise Nutrition is also the Director of Operations for The Postpartum Project ?! She is offering a special this Month for Mother’s Day!

A one-time session where we will explore:
• Postpartum depletion and nourishment needs
• Hormone balance and mood support
• Digestion and energy support
• Simple, realistic next steps for your healing

This is a starting point for mothers who want guidance, clarity, and support in this season.

Book online at https://www.vagaro.com/mainelymassageandholisticsolutions/services

Or call 207-572-1227 to schedule your session now!

New year, gentle goals ✨Wellness isn’t built through restriction or pressure. It’s created through small, intentional ch...
01/20/2026

New year, gentle goals ✨
Wellness isn’t built through restriction or pressure. It’s created through small, intentional choices made consistently over time.

If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from your body, start here. These five shifts are designed to support your nervous system, nourish your body, and help you create habits that actually last.

You don’t need perfection. You need alignment, support, and a pace that honors where you are right now.

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Share with someone who’s starting fresh this season 🌱

✨ Your hormones are talking—are you listening? 🪴From stress and sleep to energy and cycles, your supplement routine can ...
10/21/2025

✨ Your hormones are talking—are you listening? 🪴
From stress and sleep to energy and cycles, your supplement routine can play a powerful role in bringing your body back into balance.

Swipe through to see the nutrients that actually move the needle—from magnesium for calm and cortisol balance to probiotics that support the estrobolome and estrogen metabolism.

Remember: supplements support your foundation—they don’t replace it. 🌿
Nourish your hormones with whole foods, rest, movement, and stress resilience first.

09/24/2025

🍁 Happy Fall 🍁

09/24/2025

🌟NEW SERVICE ALERT🌟

We’re so excited to introduce Functional Testing with Dessiree — a new way to get to the root of your health concerns.

If you’ve been searching for answers and want a deeper look into what’s really going on in your body, this is for you.

Functional Testing Intake with Dessiree :

This 30-minute appointment is designed to help us choose the right functional lab test for your needs. We’ll do a brief intake covering your health history, current goals, and priorities, then select the test that will provide the clearest insight into your root concerns.

Functional Testing Results & Plan:

In this 60-minute follow-up, we’ll review your lab results together and translate the data into an actionable plan. You’ll walk away with a clear understanding of your results and personalized nutrition and lifestyle recommendations to address root causes and support long-term wellness.

Dessiree is available on Saturdays!

Book your appointment here: https://www.vagaro.com/mainelymassageandholisticsolutions/book-now

The “Western diet” (high in processed foods, refined sugars, unhealthy fats, and low in fiber) doesn’t just impact weigh...
09/24/2025

The “Western diet” (high in processed foods, refined sugars, unhealthy fats, and low in fiber) doesn’t just impact weight or heart health—it deeply affects your hormones. 🌿

⚠️ Research shows that this style of eating:
• Worsens PMS symptoms by increasing inflammation + disrupting hormone signaling
• Creates blood sugar imbalances that strain the adrenals and ovaries
• May worsen hormone-related conditions like endometriosis, fibroids, and PCOS

When your body is constantly inflamed and riding blood sugar spikes + crashes, your hormones struggle to find balance. The result? More cramps, heavier or irregular periods, mood swings, and worsening reproductive conditions.

The good news? Shifting away from the Western diet and toward whole, nutrient-dense eating patterns (like the Mediterranean diet 🌱) can help restore balance, ease symptoms, and support long-term hormone health.

✨ Want to learn how to nourish your hormones with food instead of fighting against them?
👉 Follow me for more functional nutrition education.
🌿 Book through the link in my bio to start addressing your hormone symptoms with a root-cause approach.

Your hormones don’t work in isolation—they rely on key nutrients to stay balanced and do their job. 🌿 When you’re missin...
09/16/2025

Your hormones don’t work in isolation—they rely on key nutrients to stay balanced and do their job. 🌿 When you’re missing even one piece of the puzzle, it can show up as fatigue, mood swings, irregular cycles, fertility struggles, or sluggish metabolism.

✨ Essential hormone nutrients include:
🥑 Omega-3s – reduce inflammation + support hormone production
🌞 Vitamin D – regulates cycles + immune function
🌰 Magnesium – calms the nervous system + eases PMS
🌿 Zinc – vital for fertility + ovulation
🍊 Vitamin C – supports adrenal health + reduces stress load
🌾 Folate & B6 – balance estrogen + support detox pathways
🍗 Protein – the building blocks for every hormone in your body

By nourishing your body with the right foods, you support your hormones from the ground up—not just masking symptoms but restoring balance.

✨ Want to know if your hormones are nutrient-deficient?
👉 Follow me for more functional nutrition education.
🌿 Book through the link in my bio to work with me and take a root-cause approach to hormone balance.

Your hormones are built from the foods you eat—especially fats. ✨ Without enough healthy fats, your body can’t create or...
09/16/2025

Your hormones are built from the foods you eat—especially fats. ✨ Without enough healthy fats, your body can’t create or regulate hormones like estrogen, progesterone, and cortisol. This can impact everything from your menstrual cycle, fertility, and mood to your metabolism, skin, and energy levels.

Healthy fats also support brain function, reduce inflammation, and keep blood sugar more balanced—all essential for whole-body wellness. Think of foods like avocado, extra-virgin olive oil, nuts, seeds, and fatty fish as hormone helpers. 🥑🌰🐟

✨ Want to learn how to use nutrition to restore balance, energy, and resilience?
👉 Follow me for more nutrition education and functional health tips.
🌿 Book through the link in my bio to start working with me and address your hormone concerns with a root-cause, functional approach.

🥦 Your hormones need the right raw materials to function smoothly—and food is one of the most powerful tools you have fo...
09/16/2025

🥦 Your hormones need the right raw materials to function smoothly—and food is one of the most powerful tools you have for balance. Here are some hormone-supportive foods and why they matter:

✨ Cruciferous Veg (broccoli, cauliflower, kale, Brussels sprouts) → support estrogen detoxification in the liver.
✨ Oily Fish (salmon, sardines, mackerel) → rich in omega-3s that reduce inflammation and support cell membranes.
✨ Leafy Greens (spinach, chard, arugula) → packed with magnesium and antioxidants for stress and energy support.
✨ Avocado → a healthy fat that nourishes hormone production and stabilizes blood sugar.
✨ Seeds (flax, chia, pumpkin, sesame) → provide fiber, minerals, and phytoestrogens for cycle support.
✨ Carrots → bind excess estrogen in the gut, supporting elimination and balance.

🌿 Consistency matters. Building these foods into your meals daily creates the foundation for hormone health.

👉 Follow me for more functional nutrition tips on hormone balance, and book your 1:1 consult through the link in bio if you’re ready to create a food plan that works for your unique body.

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