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I believe education is the best tool for my clients so that they have a thorough understanding of who I am, how I operate, and how I work to heal your body through nutrition, whole food supplements, chiropractic, doTERRA Essential Oils and Products and allergy clearing. Read about health tips in the blog posts below. If you have any questions please feel free to fill out the ‘Contact Me’ form on our site or call/text me at 703.242.7474.
HIDDEN IMBALANCE: 8 COMMON FOOD INTOLERANCES YOU MAY HAVE
One of your friends brought an impressive cheese platter to a party you’re throwing. Everything seems fine after you eat the first few cubes, but after you have about five, the nausea sets in. You end up having to break up the party a little early. You could chalk it...
TOP 10 REASONS TO GO TO A CHIROPRACTOR
Nearly 65 million Americans report episodes of back pain. In fact, 16 million adults experience persistent or chronic back pain, which could impact their quality of life. Back pain is only one of the signs you need to see a chiropractor. Chiropractors are trained to...
The Dangers of BioIdentical Hormones
The use of ‘bioidentical hormones’ has become somewhat of an epidemic. The internet is loaded with websites boasting the miraculous benefits of using bioidenticals for just about anything including weight loss, anti-aging, insomnia and of course hormone balancing. Men...
The Elixir of Life: Understanding the Importance of Drinking Water
Water is often called the elixir of life, and for good reason. Our bodies depend on it for nearly every function, from regulating temperature to transporting nutrients and removing waste. Yet, despite its importance, many of us don't drink enough water each day. In...
Are Hysterectomies a Bad Idea?
Are Hysterectomies a Bad Idea? I remember a woman telling me years ago that she could not wait to have a hysterectomy. She explained that she was tired of monthly menstruation and was “done with those parts anyway.” It did not sit right with me. I wondered if we...
Are Your Hormones Getting Haywire?
Are Your Hormones Going Haywire? Think you’re too young to worry about menopause or perimenopause? Well; hormone imbalance, hot flashes, mood swings and thinning hair can start as early as your 40s. But I’ve seen these symptoms in even younger women too. At The...
My Story
My Story Why do I call myself a hormone detective? Because I’m figuring out the root cause - the who done it - of your hormone health concern. Whether it be menstrual issues, sleep issues, fatigue, hot flashes, night sweats, PMS or PMDD. Let me tell you a story. I...
Welcome to The Health Improvement Center Hello and Welcome to The Health Improvement Center. My name is Dr. Katie Thompson and I’m the owner of The Health Improvement Center and I’m a Functional Nutritionist, a doTERRA Wellness Advocate and a Chiropractor. I help...