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WANT TO HEAL YOUR SKIN…FEED YOUR GUT!

By FoRM Health | June 17, 2020

Skin, the largest organ in our body, provides us with a glimpse into the health of our digestive tract. Struggling with breakouts, rashes, uneven complexion, and prematurely aging skin is a sign that your GUT and overall health may be in turmoil.

Here are 5 foods to incorporate on a daily basis to help rehabilitate a compromised digestive tract and reclaim your outer glow from within.

Vegetables- eating a colorful variety of vegetables ensures that you are getting ample vitamins and minerals required for healthy skin and GUT. Fiber-rich vegetables are the best source of pre-biotics, nutrients which feed and sustain probiotics in your GUT. Fiber also helps keep your bowel habits regular. Those who suffer from constipation more often struggle with chronic skin issues, such as acne and eczema. Kefir makes a great snack or healthy drink between meals.

Sauerkraut- Made from fermented cabbage, this food is rich in probiotics and l-glutamine. Probiotics protect your GUT from infectious invaders and opportunistic bacteria/yeast already present in your GI system. If you’re probiotic deficient, your GI tract is more vulnerable to infections and imbalances. L-glutamine is an integral nutrient for the function & integrity of your small intestine, which helps to repair a “leaky gut” and solve recurrent skin problems from within. My favorite use of sauerkraut is to add 2 tablespoons on top of my eggs every morning!

Kefir- a fermented milk drink, similar to yogurt, is extremely rich in probiotics. It also contains a unique carbohydrate, Kefiran, which has been studied for its skin healing properties. Research has shown that consumption of kefir can reduce flares in those suffering from eczema and psoriasis. Also if you are a dairy lover, but don’t typically tolerate lactose well, kefir may be your dairy “freebie” as it is lower in lactose than other dairy-based foods.

Gelatin- if you’re looking for a guilt-free dessert option that helps heal and protect your GI tract while preventing wrinkles and sagging skin, look no further than gelatin. Gelatin contains a blend of amino acids used by the body to form collagen. Collagen is needed to maintain a healthy digestive tract as well as protect your skin (& joints) from age-related degeneration. Interested in enjoying a tasty, health-forward gelatin treat, avoid the commercial Jello as its loaded with sugar and harmful food dye… consider making your own version. https://blog.bulletproof.com/collagelatin-jello-gummi-panna-cotta-recipes/

Bone Broth- Rich in amino acids and collagen, drinking this tasty liquid improves the GI tract integrity, while also providing key building blocks for healthy skin and joints. Incorporating bone broth into your diet helps co-treat “leaky gut” and aging skin/body. Try replacing your cold morning smoothie with a warm mug of broth! More to come about all the amazing benefits of bone broth and collagen.

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Prevention is the best medicine—especially when Prevention is the best medicine—especially when it comes to staying active.
At FoRM Health, we don’t just treat injuries—we help you avoid them in the first place.

Whether you’re training for a race, getting back into a fitness routine, or just want to move with less pain, our integrated services (chiropractic, PT, acupuncture, massage, and more) help keep your body strong, aligned, and injury-resistant.

For the month of June, we’ll highlight how FoRM can help you stay injury-free!

Here are the top injury-preventing services at FoRM:

🪡dry-needling and sports acupuncture 
👋manual therapy and massage
💪 chiropractic care and physical therapy

🔍 Curious what your personalized prevention plan looks like? Let’s talk.

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🌺 Feeling incredibly fortunate to have a seat a 🌺 Feeling incredibly fortunate to have a seat at the table with these amazing ladies, who also happen to be stellar naturopathic doctors, long-time friends and all-around wonderful human-beings 💛👩‍⚕️.

Especially grateful that our annual CE retreat landed us in beautiful Maui. We soaked up the sun, enjoyed walks on the beach together, imbibed on delicious food + drinks, celebrated a couple birthdays 🎂 and made the most of our time by taking turns presenting a 1 hour lecture on an evidenced-based continuing education (CE) topic— yes, even on vacation! 📚 🤓

Presented topics included:

🧠 Alzheimer’s + cognitive health
🩸 Abnormal uterine bleeding in menopause
🔥 Natural disasters + health impacts
🧬 Metabolic disease management
… an more!

Grateful 🙏🏻 for this brilliant crew!

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🌿 Modified Autoimmune Protocol 🌿 If you’r 🌿 Modified Autoimmune Protocol 🌿

If you’re struggling with auto-immunity & want to give your gut a reset — The AIP diet helps calm inflammation + supports your immune system by removing common triggers & focusing on nutrient-dense, healing foods. 🥑 

🛑 Avoid:
• Grains & legumes (Modified AIP allows for rice + quinoa!)
• Dairy + Eggs
• Nightshades (tomatoes, peppers, etc.)
• Seed oils
• Sugar

✅ Load up on:
• Leafy greens & colorful veggies
• Wild-caught fish & grass-fed meats
• Bone broth, fermented foods, organ meats
• Coconut, berries, fruit & fresh herbs
• Hemp, Chia, Pumpkin seeds

AIP is just a pause to discover your triggers & what your body loves so you can feel nourished + grounded 💚

Think this might be of benefit? Schedule with our nutritionist to learn more about personalized recommendations + AIP meal planning. 

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🔗 Link in bio to schedule online!
Feeling run down, vulnerable to every bug going ar Feeling run down, vulnerable to every bug going around, or just wanting a proactive boost?

💉 Our IV Wellness Boosts deliver targeted nutrients to boost your immune system — fast.

Think:
⚡ Vitamin C
⚡ Magnesium
⚡ B vitamins
⚡ Glutathione

Unlike oral supplements, IV therapy bypasses digestion and sends immune-supportive nutrients straight into your bloodstream for optimal utilization.

🧠 Great for:

✔️ Post-illness recovery
✔️ Allergy relief
✔️ Ongoing autoimmune support
✔️ Travel prep or burnout prevention

👩‍⚕️ Learn about our wellness boost formulas and schedule with an IV specialist.

📍Book now with us at FoRM Health:
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Allergies are the WORST. 🤧 But there are a few Allergies are the WORST. 🤧 But there are a few simple solutions to help your sinuses feel way better. We love using NeilMed Sinus Rinse at FoRM! Couldn’t be easier to use. If you need whole body allergy season care — come see us. We’ll take care of your immune system, clear your sinuses, & get you feeling ready to play outside! 

📍Portland Based | Functionally Focused
📞Call us at 503-232-5356 for more info 
🔗Schedule with link in bio
What if your immune system wasn’t “weak”… What if your immune system wasn’t “weak”… but confused?🤔 

Autoimmune conditions happen when your immune system mistakenly attacks your own tissues.

Instead of just fighting off a foreign invaders like viruses or bacteria, it sees you as the threat.

Common root triggers include:

🚨 Gut imbalances (leaky gut, SIBO)
🌫️ Environmental toxins (like mold)
🍽️ Inflammatory foods
😫 Chronic stress & hormone imbalance

The good news? You can help mellow out an overactive immune system by addressing the underlying immune offenders listed above. It’s not a process that happens over night but takes time, with a step-by-step approach.

A food place to start? With nutrition and functional foods! 🥦

👩‍⚕️ Learn how to support your immune health naturally in our latest blog:

👉 Eat Your Way to a Healthy Immune System (link to blog in our bio)

📍Portland-based, functionally focused. Let’s heal at the root.

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Exposing offenders that may be hijacking your immu Exposing offenders that may be hijacking your immune system 🦠

You’re doing “everything right,” but you still feels off and your dealing with chronic symptoms…

👀 Brain fog
😴 Low energy
🤪Worsening hormonal symptoms
🤧 Allergies or weird sensitivities
💥Joint pain
💢 Autoimmune flares

⚠️ It could be more than stress or seasonal changes.

At FoRM, we often see these chronic immune offenders at the root of chronic, recurring symptoms:

🦠 Chronic infections (like Epstein-Barr, Lyme, or C*vid)
🌫️ Mold exposure – especially from homes or workplaces
🦠 Gut imbalance – which can weaken your frontline defenses

These aren’t always obvious — and they’re often missed by conventional testing. But they can quietly keep your immune system stuck in fight mode.

Read the latest blog (link in bio) to learn more about chronic fatigue and a possible underlying cause: Chronic infections

🔍 At FoRM Health, we help you uncover hidden triggers and restore function of our vital systems!

📞 Book a new naturopathic medicine visit today — feel better, sooner!

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LOW HISTAMINE RECIPE: Chicken Mango Cabbage Wrap 🥬🥭🍗
- access full recipe using link in bio!

🤔 Ever feel like you have mysterious symptoms such as headaches 🤕, random reactions to food🤢, fatigue 😴 or sudden anxiety 😰? 
You might be dealing with a histamine overload problem, which occurs when your body makes too much and/or can’t break down histamine fast enough. 

Too much histamine can trigger reactions all over the body, often affecting your skin, heart, brain, circulation, gut and more!

Common signs to watch for include:
* 🤕 Headaches or migraines
* 🤢 Digestive issues (bloating, gas, diarrhea)
* 🤧 Itchy skin, rashes
* 😴 Fatigue or brain fog
* 😰 Anxiety or mood swings

Since these symptoms overlap with manage other conditions, it’s easy to assume it’s “just an allergy” or something else. 

That’s where FoRM Health can help! 

Our naturopathic doctors and functional nutritionist can help recognize a histamine overload picture and recommend a low histamine diet, along with additional functional labs and helpful therapies.

Don’t suffer in silence. 💜 FoRM Health is here to help you identify and manage histamine intolerance with a plan just for YOU!

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It’s that time of year again 😣 🤧 Seasonal It’s that time of year again 😣

🤧 Seasonal allergies aren’t just annoying — they’re a sign your immune system is easily triggered.

When you come into contact with allergens like pollen or pet dander, your body releases histamine — a natural chemical that kicks off an inflammatory reaction:

🔁 Sneezing
🔁 Congestion
🔁 Itchy eyes
🔁 Fatigue
🔁 Brain fog

For some, that histamine response is dialed way too high — and it can be made worse when:

✔️ Your gut is out of balance
✔️ Your liver detox pathways are slow
✔️ Hormones are out of whack and stress high

💡Here at FoRM Health, we go beyond allergy meds. 
We dig deeper to understand why your body is reacting — and how to calm the chaos long-term.

📍 Portland’s premier integrative & functional medicine clinic
📞 Book online or call us to start your personalized plan

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✨ QUIZ TIME! ✨ What can Platelet-Rich Therapi ✨ QUIZ TIME! ✨

What can Platelet-Rich Therapies (PRP & PRF) be used for…?

A) Smoother + healthier skin ✨
B) Hair regrowth + stronger strands 💇‍♀️
C) Faster recovery from injuries 
D) Joint & Pelvic Floor Pain Relief💪
F) All of the Above
What’s your guess? Drop it in the comments! 👇

Platelet-Rich therapies are one of the most powerful regenerative treatments out there, harnessing your body’s own healing factors to restore, rejuvenate, and repair—naturally!

📍 Interested in Regenerative Medicine for Pain relief + Aesthetics?
Book a consultation at Form Health today! Visit the link in bio for more info.

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🌟 What’s included?
✔ Custom Facial – Smooth, Hydrate + Tone your skin with this advance aesthetic facial made just for you!
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✔ Bonus Discounts on Skincare + Botox® – Maximize your glow with clinical skincare routine + optional anti-wrinkle treatment

Get camera-ready skin that’s dewy, smooth, and fresh—no filters needed.
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