The Gut-Brain Axis in Kids: How Digestion Shapes Mood, Behavior, and Learning

Your child’s gut health affects more than digestion — it influences mood, focus, and learning. Discover how functional medicine supports a healthy gut-brain connection for kids.

Pediatrics, Gut HealthSarah FasoloSeptember 5, 2025pediatrics, gut health, digestive health

Root Causes of Behavioral Challenges in Kids: A Functional Medicine Approac

Tantrums, irritability, hyperactivity, or trouble focusing aren’t always about willpower or discipline — they can be signs that something in the body is out of balance. At hhc+, we work with parents to uncover the root causes of these behaviors and create plans that support emotional regulation, focus, and resilience from the inside out.

Unlocking the Secrets of GI-MAP to Optimize Gut Health

This data-driven approach resonates with a growing number of patients disillusioned by a one-size-fits-all healthcare model.

Gut HealthSarah FasoloMarch 18, 2024gut health, leaky gut, GI-MAP, gastrointestinal, microbiome

The Gut-Brain Connection: Functional Medicine Strategies for Digestive Health and Mental Wellness

The idea of connecting the digestive tract and the brain might initially seem strange, however, it’s actually quite fascinating how these two seemingly disparate systems work together.

Functional Medicine, Gut HealthMegan TantilloAugust 23, 2023gut health, mental health, digestion

Best Foods for Gut Health and Weight Loss [Functional Medicine Diet Guide]

The regulatory power of hormones is something that many people often overlook when exploring their weight loss options. Functional medicine prioritizes understanding the gut-brain balance and striking a harmonious balance to support a healthier weight and lifestyle.

Functional Medicine, Food, Weight Loss, Gut HealthMegan TantilloAugust 10, 2023weight loss, digestive health, gut health, diet, food

Got Leaky Gut?

Leaky gut is a condition in which the lining of the intestines becomes inflamed and more porous than normal, allowing undigested food particles, toxins, and bacteria to pass into the bloodstream. This blog explores the basics of leaky gut, including its causes, symptoms, and treatments.

Gut HealthMegan TantilloFebruary 28, 2023gut health, dysbiosis, leaky gutComment

Gut-Hormone Connection

This week on the blog we are talking about burnout. 😰

Gut Health, HormonesMegan TantilloMarch 9, 2022gut health, hormones, estrogen dominance, hormone healthComment

Ask Dr. Meg: Do probiotics help with bloating?

Probiotics can help ease bloating by correcting dysbiosis, improving bacterial diversity and the overall microbial environment in the gut.

Gut HealthMegan TantilloSeptember 27, 2021gut health, dysbiosis, probiotics, prebioticsComment

4 Things You Might Not Know Are Damaging Your Gut and What To Do About It

One of the most common complaints among clients is IBS or irritable bowel syndrome. I’ve been there… constant bloating, sharp gas pain, constipation and diarrhea. I was diagnosed with IBS and methane dominant SIBO in nursing school, but it took me a while to get the help I needed. Eat more fiber and drink more water, my provider said. Try Miralax. I suffered without real solutions, and I know many of my clients did, too.

Gut Health, Functional MedicineMegan TantilloJune 3, 2021gut health, probiotic, prebiotic, microbiomeComment