Terrain Blog
Written by Our Team of Naturopathic Doctors
Understanding Estrogen Dominance
Estrogen dominance is one of the most common hormone imbalances women face today, often showing up as PMS, heavy periods, fatigue, or mood changes. This guide explores what estrogen dominance really means, why it happens, and practical, natural ways to bring your hormones back into balance so you can feel more energized, clear, and resilient.
Safe Cookware: How to Reduce Toxins in Your Kitchen
The cookware you use every day can either support your health or expose you to harmful toxins. Learn which materials to avoid, the safest cookware options, and simple upgrades you can make to create a healthier, more nourishing kitchen.
Botanicals for Perimenopause & Menopause Support
Perimenopause and menopause can bring hot flashes, mood shifts, and sleep changes—but you don’t have to suffer in silence. Learn how herbal remedies like red clover, black cohosh, and maca root can support hormonal balance naturally.
Understanding Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis: A Window Into Your Health
Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) offers a 3-month snapshot of your body’s mineral balance and toxic metal exposure. This simple, non-invasive test can uncover hidden imbalances affecting energy, mood, digestion, and hormone function—insights blood work often misses. At Terrain Natural Medicine, we use HTMA to guide personalized plans that restore balance and vitality.
What’s in Your Personal Care Products?
What you put on your skin matters. From hormone-disrupting phthalates to cancer-linked fragrances, many everyday personal care products contain hidden chemicals that affect your health and the environment. In this post, Dr. Kelcie breaks down the most common toxic ingredients, how they impact your body, and what you can do to make safer choices for yourself and your family.
Good Mood Foods: Support Your Mood with Nutrition
The foods we eat directly impact how we feel. From serotonin-boosting proteins to mood-stabilizing fats, nutrition plays a powerful role in mental health. Learn how to support your emotional well-being by choosing foods that fuel a better mood—and which ones may be dragging it down.
Health Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Omega-3 fatty acids play a critical role in heart, brain, and joint health, and are especially important during pregnancy. Learn the benefits of DHA, EPA, and ALA, how to supplement safely, and why working with a naturopathic doctor can make all the difference.
How Does Exercise Impact Hormones?
Exercise can be a powerful tool for hormone balance—but only when approached with the right rhythm and awareness. In this post, Dr. Kelcie Rosendahl explores how different types of movement impact key hormones like cortisol, estrogen, insulin, and more.
Our Favorite Non Toxic Shampoo Choices
Your scalp is the most absorbent skin on your body — so what you use to wash your hair matters. Many shampoos contain ingredients that can be harsh on both your health and the planet.
We’ve rounded up our top three clean shampoo brands that are effective, gentle, and easy to love.
Read the full blog to see our favorites →
Understanding IBS: What Is Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
IBS affects millions worldwide, yet many still struggle to find lasting relief. Learn about the subtypes of IBS, how it’s diagnosed, and the most effective naturopathic and conventional treatments available to help you feel like yourself again.
Why Potassium Might Be the Missing Link in Your Thyroid Health
Many people associate thyroid health with iodine and selenium, but potassium is a vital — and often overlooked — mineral in supporting healthy thyroid function. In this post, we explore the connection between potassium and hypothyroidism, signs of deficiency, how it affects hormone utilization, and the best ways to naturally support your mineral levels for optimal energy, metabolism, and well-being.
How to Choose a Natural Sunscreen for Safer Sun Protection
Not all sunscreens are created equal! While protecting your skin from UV damage is essential, many sunscreens contain hidden chemicals that can harm your health and the environment. From hormone-disrupting ingredients to reef-damaging toxins, it’s time to rethink what you’re putting on your skin. Discover how to choose a safer, more natural sunscreen that truly has you covered.
All About Thyroid Testing
Many patients come to us frustrated, having been told their thyroid is “normal” despite ongoing symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, and hair loss. But too often, standard tests miss key markers needed for a full picture of thyroid health. In this article, we dive into what a complete thyroid panel should include, the optimal ranges to look for, and how tracking basal body temperature can provide even more insight.
Is Levothyroxine Right for Everyone with Hypothyroidism?
Levothyroxine is the standard treatment for hypothyroidism, but it may not work for everyone. Since thyroid function involves multiple organs and processes, addressing imbalances requires more than just hormone replacement. A holistic approach—including diet, lifestyle, and targeted supplementation—can help optimize thyroid health. If you’re still experiencing symptoms, it may be time to explore alternative solutions.
Should I Go Gluten-Free?
Going gluten-free is essential for those with Celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, but it’s not a guaranteed path to better health or weight loss. Whole grains provide key nutrients like fiber, B vitamins, and folate, which many gluten-free products lack. Unnecessary restriction can lead to deficiencies and isn’t always sustainable. In this article, Dr. Kelcie Rosendahl explores when a gluten-free diet is truly beneficial—and when a more balanced approach may be the better choice.
Winter in Chinese Medicine
Winter is a time for rest, reflection, and renewal. In harmony with the Water element, it invites us to slow down, conserve energy, and nourish our inner world. By aligning with winter’s natural rhythm, we can prevent imbalances and strengthen our vitality. Learn how to embrace warmth, support your kidneys, and allow yourself to flow with the season’s quiet wisdom.
5 Tips to Thrive in Winter
Winter is just around the corner and if it’s your favorite season, that is so wonderful! If you struggle more during the darker, colder months, we get it. More time inside and shorter days can affect mental health, sleep and energy levels. We have some tips below that can help keep your circadian rhythm optimal and your body connected to the reality of winter in a way that will hopefully keep you feeling balanced and thriving through this season.
Top Tips to Reduce Bloating During Your Menstrual Period
Approximately 70% of women suffer from increased bloating around their menstrual period. Bloating and other PMS symptoms are caused by fluctuations in the levels of the hormones estrogen and progesterone. Women who have inflammatory bowel syndrome (IBS) are more likely to experience increased cyclical gastrointestinal symptoms. While it can be difficult to completely resolve increased bloating, gas and constipation around your menses, you can decrease symptom severity and feel more comfortable during your monthly cycle. Dietary choices, exercise and natural supplementation can be effective in decreasing period bloating woes.
The Estrogen-Hashimoto’s Connection
Hashimoto’s is the most common cause of hypothyroidism and is an extremely prevalent autoimmune disease that is said to affect 1-2% of the population. The job of the thyroid is to regulate the metabolism and body temperature, which ultimately is important for every cell and organ of the body. Because of that, symptoms of hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s Disease can show in my many different systems.
Alcohol & Anxiety
It’s normal to go through temporary periods of increased anxiety during the various chapters of life. A new job, familial challenges or world events can lead us to feel more anxious.
Unfortunately, many people feel anxiety for prolonged periods of time or at a high level of intensity. Frequent and/or severe anxiety is not normal and can have a drastic impact on the quality of one’s life. Many people turn to alcohol in an attempt to decrease their anxiety and its use is closely linked to mental health disorders. Alcohol initially causes us to feel relaxed and at ease but frequent use can actually cause anxiety to worsen and be detrimental to mental health and well-being.