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I’m so glad you’re here. This blog is filled with truth, hope, and the tools that helped transform my life — even when I didn’t realize I needed a change. Twelve years ago, my health journey began unexpectedly, and nothing has been the same since. My heart is that what I’ve learned, you’ll also experience — lasting health, renewed energy, and a life you don’t need a break from.

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The Whole Body Journal

The Hidden Hormone Triggers Keeping You Stuck in Your Weight Loss Journey (and the Simple Support Th

The Hidden Hormone Triggers Keeping You Stuck in Your Weight Loss Journey (and the Simple Support Th
You’re doing everything right.

Eating better. Trying to move your body. Drinking the water. But the scale? Stuck.
The pants? Still tight. The energy? Still flat.
If this sounds familiar… you’re not alone.

Weight loss isn't just about calories in and calories out. For many women (and men too), it’s about hormone balance—and if your hormones are out of sync, no amount of willpower will fix it.

Let’s explore what might actually be going on under the surface—and what you can do about it.

đź§  Hormones: Your Body’s Messengers

Your body is designed to maintain balance. Hormones are the messengers that make that happen.
When they're in sync, your metabolism runs smoothly, your appetite signals work properly, and your energy feels steady.
But when they’re out of balance—everything feels off.
Here’s what that might look like:

🦋 1. Thyroid Trouble = Sluggish Metabolism

The thyroid acts like your body’s internal thermostat.
When it’s low-functioning (hypothyroid), you might feel cold, tired, puffy, and gain weight easily—even if you’re eating less.
When the thyroid is sluggish, your metabolism slows down, your cells get less energy, and weight loss becomes almost impossible.

🧬 2. When Your Brain Stops Talking to Your Hormones

Your hypothalamus and pituitary gland are in charge of sending out hormone signals.
If they’re stressed, inflamed, or blocked, communication breaks down—and your hormone cascade gets confused.
This affects everything from:
  • Appetite and cravings
  • Mood and energy
  • How your body stores (or burns) fat

🔥 3. Cortisol & Adrenals: The Burnout Loop

Cortisol is your stress hormone.
Your adrenals are the glands that make it.
When you’re under constant stress (even low-grade stress), your cortisol stays high.
High cortisol =
  • belly fat
  • blood sugar imbalance
  • increased hunger
  • poor sleep
  • hormone suppression
And guess what? High cortisol shuts down your thyroid too.
Your body thinks it’s in survival mode. It holds onto fat and stops prioritizing healing.

🍽️ 4. Leptin Resistance: The Craving + Fat Storage Combo

Leptin is your “I’m full” hormone.
When it’s working well, it tells your brain to stop eating.
But when you have leptin resistance, your brain never gets the message.
You keep eating… and your body keeps storing fat.
This is why some people feel hungry all the time—even after eating enough.

🌿 So, What Can You Do?

This is where true metabolic support comes in—not just cutting calories, but supporting your whole hormone system.
And that’s exactly what the Skinny Drops are designed to do.

đź’§ The Beauty of the Drops

These homeopathic-style drops aren’t magic—but they are effective because they:
âś… Support thyroid & adrenal function
âś… Lower excess cortisol
âś… Cut through leptin resistance (so you feel full faster)
âś… Calm the hypothalamus and reset communication between your brain and your hormones
âś… Encourage gentle detox so your body can release stored fat safely
I’ve watched them work firsthand. For me. For clients. For women who thought their bodies were “broken.”

🔥 Today Only – You Can Grab a Box for Just $130 (Normally $176)

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to reset your weight loss journey, this is it.
✨ Today only, you can get a box of Skinny Drops for just $130.
This is the same tool I use with clients in my wellness programs—and today, it’s available without the full consult for this one-day special.
If your body has felt stuck, this could be the loving nudge your hormones need.

đź’› You’re Not Lazy. You’re Likely Just Out of Balance.

If you’ve been frustrated, please know:
It’s not that you’re not trying hard enough.
You’re likely fighting biology that’s been imbalanced for years—and with the right support, your body can shift.
Let me know if you have questions—I’m here to help you listen to what your body is really trying to say.
With care,
Mari
Elev8 Your Health


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The Truth About Gluten-Free Sourdough: A Gut-Healing Staple

The Truth About Gluten-Free Sourdough: A Gut-Healing Staple
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Protein, Stress & Heart Health: The Functional Clues in Your Ureas

Protein, Stress & Heart Health: The Functional Clues in Your Ureas

đź§Ş What Your Ureas Are Telling You: A Functional Look Inside the Body's Waste + Repair Systems

Most people have never heard of ureas — unless they're looking at a fertilizer label or a lab slip. But in RBTI testing, ureas are one of the most important indicators of internal stress, inflammation, and how your body is handling (or not handling) protein breakdown and nitrogen waste.

And unlike blood work, this test reveals what’s happening before your body starts to crash.
Let’s break it down simply and clearly — because once you understand this piece, it all starts to make sense.

đź’ˇ What Are Ureas in RBTI?

In RBTI, we measure two forms of nitrogen in your urine:
  • Ammoniacal Nitrogen (Urea 1): Related to protein breakdown and nervous system function
  • Nitrate Nitrogen (Urea 2): Related to cardiovascular function and metabolic waste
Together, they form your total ureas — and they tell us how efficiently your body is digesting protein, clearing waste, and handling internal stress.

🔺 What Happens When Ureas Are High?

High ureas = excess nitrogen waste stuck in the body.
This often means:
  • You're not digesting or using protein efficiently
  • Your liver, kidneys, and colon are overloaded
  • You're dehydrated at a cellular level, even if you're drinking water
  • Waste is recirculating instead of exiting the body
You might feel:
  • Swollen, bloated, or puffy
  • Mentally foggy or emotionally on edge
  • Achy or inflamed (especially in the joints or back)
  • Restless, unable to settle or sleep
  • Chronically tense or anxious

đź«€ The Bigger Picture: Ureas, Cholesterol & Heart Health

When ureas stay high, the body is swimming in waste and inflammation. It has to compensate — and one of the ways it does that is by producing cholesterol to "patch up" inflamed or damaged tissues.

That’s why:
  • Elevated ureas are often linked to elevated cholesterol
  • You may feel tightness in the chest or stiffness in the neck/back
  • Over time, the body shows signs of vascular stress or cardiovascular strain
đź’ˇ This isn’t a diagnosis. But it’s an early warning system — and one that doesn’t show up on traditional bloodwork until it’s further down the line.

⚖️ Ureas + Salt + Albumin: What the Trio Tells Us

These three markers together create a clear picture of your hydration, detox capacity, and internal inflammation.

MarkerWhat It Reflects
SaltHydration + mineral conductivity
AlbuminCellular breakdown + detox burden
UreasProtein digestion + nitrogen waste
If all three are elevated, the body is likely:
  • Severely dehydrated at the intracellular level
  • Overloaded with toxins and metabolic waste
  • Operating in a low-grade stress state that can lead to chronic symptoms
You might feel:
  • Exhausted but wired
  • Swollen or inflamed
  • Unable to lose weight
  • Mentally foggy or emotionally flat
  • Headaches, muscle tension, poor recovery

đź’§ Why Water Alone Doesn’t Fix It

Drinking water is important — but if your salt, albumin, and ureas are off, your body can’t hold onto it. It flushes through, dragging minerals and nutrients with it.
This is why people often say:
“I drink water all day… and I’m still thirsty or bloated.”
RBTI shows us how to fix the reason your water isn't working.

🩸 But What About Blood Work?

Blood work is helpful — but it’s a snapshot of crisis.

Blood has to stay within a tight range, or you'd be hospitalized. That’s why blood work often looks “normal,” even when you're feeling terrible.

RBTI looks at the waste your body is trying to get rid of — long before it becomes a diagnosis.
đź’ˇ Blood work = What your body is defending
đź’ˇ RBTI = What your body is dumping

When to use blood work:
  • To rule out acute infection
  • For structural/lab diagnostics
  • To monitor medications or thyroid levels
  • Alongside RBTI to create a complete picture

đź§  Why This Matters Now

If you’re dealing with:
  • Inflammation
  • Hormonal issues
  • Fatigue or burnout
  • Chronic joint/muscle tension
  • Bloating, puffiness, or stubborn weight
  • A feeling of "something’s just off"…
Your ureas might be part of the story — and you won’t see it on a standard lab report.

✨ Ready to Know What Your Body’s Holding Onto?

Whether you're local or remote, I offer:
  • âś… RBTI Testing with full report + consult
  • âś… Visera Scans to map out emotional + organ stress
Both include a custom wellness plan and are just $99 this week for 1 test session and report.

You don’t need another band-aid.
You need real answers — and a clear path forward.



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If you are tired of living in a chemically overloaded world, click the link below and learn how easy it is to change out chemicals for toxic-free living.  

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