Wild Roses Nutrition

To have nervous system regulation ties we need to address the larger neuroimmunoendocrine axis—the crossroads of your nervous system, inflammation, and hormones. When it’s off-kilter, inflammation surges unchecked, cortisol floods the system, messing with everything from energy to immunity. Hormones like thyroid, estrogen, progesterone or insulin get wonky too, amping up stress while draining neurotransmitters, leaving folks foggy and fried. 
 
Common signs? Exhaustion that coffee can’t touch, insomnia tossing all night, gut chaos, joint aches, erratic moods—basically, the body yelling overload. 
We balance that see-saw between fight-or-flight and rest-and-digest. The vagus nerve’s the MVP here—when it’s toned up, it signals the body to chill out, slow the heart rate, ease digestion, and cut inflammation. Poor vagal tone? You’re stuck revving like a car in neutral, burning out fast. Stimulating it non-invasively, like with transcutaneous devices, or using herbs to calm stress, flips that switch toward calm without forcing a chemical crutch. 
 
I take it further by zeroing in on my telehealth patient’s labs and health history to see what’s really tipping the scale. It’s not about band-aids; it’s decoding their unique stressors—gut, hormones, toxins—then layering in tools like food shifts, targeted supplements, peptides and, vagal nerve toning and somatic practices. This builds resilience gradually, empowering them to own their progress, not chase trends. 
              
              

Happy New Year! School is starting again, and self care is so important this January! What are some self-care goals you are setting today?

Grateful for the path God has put me on—guiding me through healing, growth, and my journey to becoming a dietitian. Happy Thanksgiving! 🤎🧡💛

Out here marching for diabetes awareness with !!!

Home Malnutrition Awareness Week is an annual campaign created by ASPEN in 2012. Get ready for MAW 2025, September 8–12!

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As many of you know I have been working hard over the last year to complete prerequisite coursework! I officially start grad school & my dietetic internship this fall and I am so beyond grateful and blessed!!

🍓 Did you know strawberries are actually a part of the rose family? 🌹 No wonder we love them so much!

Not only are they delicious, but they’re also packed with nutrients like vitamin C, fiber, antioxidants, and manganese. 💪❤️

Perfect in smoothies, salads, or just by the handful!

How do you enjoy strawberries?

Your daily cup of joe does more than wake you up! Coffee and espresso are loaded with antioxidants, can boost brain function, support heart health, and even lower the risk of type 2 diabetes. Sip happy, live healthy!

Spring is here and our knockout roses are blooming! How are you optimizing your wellness this year?

Join Maya Thornton and I and let’s talk about diabetes!

This Saturday, January 25th at the Madison Public Library. @ 142 Plaza Blvd, Madison AL.

As 2024 comes to a close, I’m reflecting on the incredible journey so far at Oakwood University. The second half of this year has been dedicated to completing the necessary prerequisite coursework to become a Registered Dietitian.

This time has been a season of learning not just about nutrition, but about myself. I’ve drawn closer to God, healed broken parts of my soul, and discovered a deeper sense of purpose. The road ahead is still unfolding, but I’m grateful for the lessons of this year and excited for the opportunities that await in 2025.

Looking forward embracing all the treasures and lessons that the new year will bring!