🚨 Hormones Are More Than Just Numbers on a Lab Test! 🚨 Most people (and even some doctors) think that hormone balance is just about getting your levels right on a test. But here’s the truth: hormones don’t work in isolation! Your body’s ability to actually use those hormones depends on receptors, metabolism, nutrient status, and deeper systemic balance. In this video, I break down: ✅ Why hormone levels on paper don’t always reflect what’s happening in your body ✅ How hormone receptors play a MAJOR role in whether or not your body actually uses those hormones ✅ Why some forms of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) fail – and what’s missing from most treatment plans ✅ The critical mistakes both men & women make when it comes to balancing hormones ✅ Why testing hormones ALONE won’t give you the full picture – and what deeper testing really matters 👉 If you’ve been struggling with symptoms despite “normal” hormone levels or feel like your HRT isn’t working, this video is for you! I break down the deeper factors beyond just testing – the ones that truly impact how your hormones function. 🔎 Want to dive deeper into your health? I specialize in functional lab testing beyond just hormones – looking at gut health, minerals, metabolism, and how your body is ACTUALLY utilizing hormones. 💬 Comment below: Have you ever been told your hormones are “fine” but still felt off? Let’s talk about it! 🔗 More Resources: 📌 Work with me: www.spectrumwellness.biz 📌 Free eBook: www.casiecollective.com/ebook 📌 Follow me on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/cshepherdspectrum #HormoneBalance #IntegrativeHealth #HRT

Are you taking minerals without knowing exactly what your body needs? 🚫 While minerals are essential for your health, blindly supplementing can cause more harm than good. In this video, we’ll break down why not everyone benefits from the same minerals, how too much or too little can lead to serious health issues, and what you should know before adding supplements to your daily routine. ✨ What You'll Learn: 👉 Why taking random mineral supplements can throw your body out of balance. 👉 How excess or deficient minerals impact hormone balance, adrenal health, and digestion. 👉 The connection between mineral imbalances and chronic symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and anxiety. 👉 How to determine if YOU actually need specific minerals. 👉 The importance of functional lab testing (like HTMA and blood work) to take a personalized approach. Avoid the Guesswork! Proper testing and understanding your body’s unique needs are key to truly optimizing your health. This video will give you the tools to make informed decisions about your health and avoid the most common mistakes with mineral supplementation. 🌿 Looking for personalized help? Visit my website for more information on functional lab testing and personalized protocols 👉 https://spectrumwellness.biz 🔥 Let’s Connect: ✨ Instagram: @casieleighshepherd 📧 Email: casie@spectrumwellness.biz 📖 Grab My Free eBook: www.casiecollective.com/ebook 👉 Don’t forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE for more tips on gut health, hormone balance, and optimizing your body naturally! 💪 Hit the notification bell so you never miss a video! 🔔 #IntegrativeHealth #MineralImbalances #Hormonehealth

🚨 Not Everyone Needs Probiotics – And They Could Be Making You Feel Worse! 🚨 You’ve probably heard that probiotics and fermented foods are “great for gut health”, but what if I told you that blindly taking them could actually be making your symptoms worse? Bloating, constipation, diarrhea, skin breakouts, and even brain fog can all get worse if you’re using the wrong probiotics – or if you don’t need them at all. In this video, I’m breaking down: ✅ Who actually benefits from probiotics – and who doesn’t ✅ Why fermented foods aren’t always the answer for gut health ✅ The hidden dangers of adding probiotics when your gut is inflamed ✅ The key to fixing bloating, SIBO, or histamine issues WITHOUT probiotics ✅ How to know if you’re taking the WRONG probiotics for your gut If you’ve ever wondered why your digestion feels worse after taking probiotics or if you’re struggling with ongoing gut issues that aren’t improving – this video is for you. ⚡ Watch now to learn how to support your gut the RIGHT way! ⚡ 📩 FREE EBOOK – Unlock Your Gut Health Blueprint! 👩‍⚕️ Join my newsletter for exclusive gut & hormone insights and get my free eBook! Learn the top mistakes people make with gut health – and how to fix them. ➡www.casiecollective.com/ebook 💡 Want to Work With Me? I help clients across the U.S. optimize their gut health, hormones, and mineral balance with advanced lab testing and personalized protocols. Apply for coaching or book a consultation here: 🔗https://www.spectrumwellness.biz/ 📍 Follow Me for More Health Tips: Instagram → @casieleighshepherd All Platform links→ https://linktr.ee/cshepherdspectrum 📌 OTHER VIDEOS YOU’LL LOVE: 🔹 10 Surprising reasons You're Bloated After Eating: https://youtu.be/G_9Xl7hHA-g?si=SMGpDYRD7h3s2lJ9 🔹 Unlocking Optimal Health: Hormones, Gut Health, & Mineral Balance: https://youtu.be/Boadouu3ImQ?si=iN-Di61ENf701lRd #GutHealth #Probiotics #SIBO #LeakyGut #integrativehealth

Struggling with bloating after meals? You're not alone! In this video, I’m breaking down 10 reasons you might feel bloated after eating—from food sensitivities to gut health imbalances, and many you may not have ever heard of—and simple strategies to address them. Whether it’s your diet, stress, or digestion, this video will help you pinpoint the cause and find relief. If you want to dive deeper into optimizing your digestion and overall health, check out my FREE eBook and connect with me on social media for more tips! #bloating #guthealth #digestivehealth 🔗 FREE Ebook: https://www.casiecollective.com/ebook 📲 Linktree (All Resources): https://linktr.ee/cshepherdspectrum 🌐 Website: spectrumwellness.biz 📸 Instagram: @casieleighshepherd 🎥 YouTube Channel: @casieleighshepherd 💌 Questions or Collaborations? 📧 casie@spectrumwellness.biz Let’s get to the root cause and start feeling better today!"** ✨ Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more health tips every week!

I had the pleasure of being Interviewed with Matt at @SeedsofAbundanceshow and we talked all about health, healing, and the deeper things going on in the body. It's amazing to explore how tightly connected all things in the body are. The more we understand and educate, the more things make sense and the more we can start to put the pieces together. With all of the deeper testing I do in my comprehensive hormone/metabolic panels, the GI Map testing, and the HTMA hair analysis testing, I find so many correlations in how things are tied together. My hope is that people continue to educate themselves more on these important topics and learn how to OPTIMIZE their systems. Even if you are in a good place, there is more to understand to further take your health to the next level. None of us are perfect but the more we can do to keep our systems functioning optimally, the better we will be long term. You can reach out to me at my website listed below, or find all of my social media handles at the linktree link listed below. www.spectrumwellness.biz https://linktr.ee/cshepherdspectrum

For those that aren't familiar, an HTMA test is an actual hair sample taken from the scalp. It is the most accurate way to assess mineral status and heavy metals that are ACTUALLY getting absorbed into the tissues and what is being utilized by the body. Blood analysis for minerals and heavy metals may not actually be absorbing. Mineral imbalances and heavy metal toxicities affect our cells. Cells cannot carry out their function and then carry over into hormone imbalances. Hormones can also drive our body to utilize and absorb minerals differently. This is the co existing relationship they have with each other. It's important to look at the hormones AND the nutrients in our body in order to bring it into full balance for this very reason. Many symptoms and hormone imbalances start as deficiencies and toxicities in the body. Over time, it will either suppress or activate glands in our body that are in charge of our hormone production. This is how we can tell a lot about someone's metabolic health, along with some of the symptoms they are having. Many of these imbalances, toxicities, and dysfunction will carry over into major imbalances and gut dysbiosis as well. Our system requires optimization and when we aren't optimized, our systems start to compensate. Compensating for too long causes disease and these imbalances. Listen in to one of my consulting clients HTMA results as I compare some of her imbalances along with symptoms and dysfunction we are seeing. If you are interested in working with me 1 on 1, I can work with people everywhere. You can contact me through my website, follow me on this channel for more content, follow me on Instagram for more daily info/learning. All links: https://linktr.ee/cshepherdspectrum Website: www.spectrumwellness.biz Email: Casie@spectrumwellness.biz IG: @Casieleighshepherd

This video goes into understanding the complexities of dieting from a different perspective. In a world where everyone claims to be an expert on health and wellness, I go into understanding what kinds of diets are out there and how people come too try and make claims about the "best diet" out there. The state of your health very much so determines how your system will respond best. We are SUPPOSED to be able to handle things in a certain way, but we start to need different forms of dieting and nutrition when the system is unable to process properly. Just because we need to eat a certain way now, doesn't mean it's the best way. Health issues can change what our system needs. #diet #nutrition #inflammation #insulinresistance

Unlocking optimal health requires more than just treating symptoms—it’s about getting to the root causes. In this video, I break down how hormones, gut health, and mineral balance are all connected and why comprehensive lab testing is crucial for personalized health solutions. Whether you're struggling with hormone imbalances, digestive issues, or chronic health concerns, understanding how these systems work together can be the key to restoring balance and improving overall health. Discover: -Why focusing on hormones alone isn't enough -How gut health impacts your hormones and overall body function -The role of minerals in maintaining a healthy internal environment -The importance of individualized care and how functional lab testing can pinpoint the root cause of your health issues. -By the end of this video, you'll have a deeper understanding of how to approach your health holistically and how to use lab results to craft a personalized wellness plan. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if you found this helpful! Follow me on social media: IG: Casieleighshepherd FB: Casie Shepherd-Health Coach Linktree: https://linktr.ee/cshepherdspectrum www.spectrumwellness.biz #GutHealth #MineralBalance #ComprehensiveLabTesting #FunctionalHealth #HealingNaturally #RootCauseHealing

The Hair-tissue-mineral-analysis (HTMA) is an extremely accurate tool in assessing our bodies mineral status as well as levels of heavy metal toxicity. Minerals and metals affect our endocrine system, cellular metabolism, structural support, nerve conduction, muscular activity, immune functions, antioxidants, enzyme functions, water/acid/alkaline balance, and even our DNA. We see a lot of correlation in mineral balance/metal toxicity with disease because of the affect it has on the cell and because of how important mineral balance is in the functioning of our body. Minerals and metals have a direct effect on either stimulating or inhibiting the energy producing glands which include the pancreas, parathyroid, adrenal cortex, posterior pituitary, thyroid, adrenal medulla, and anterior pituitary. These glands control our endocrine system responsible for making hormones, keeping our stress in a balanced state, and even determining how our body regulates our glucose levels. Each mineral and toxicity has certain glands it will affect and target. Please listen along to see how I apply this test into other healing modalities to make an overall better interpretation of each person and why it becomes so useful! Please also consider subscribing to my channel for more content and checking out more of my work and education at the links below: IG:Casieleighshepherd www.spectrumwellness.biz https://linktr.ee/cshepherdspectrum