The 6 Foundations of Health You’re Probably Skipping (And Why They Matter More Than Supplements)
If you’re feeling tired, foggy, bloated, or just off—despite doing “all the right things”—you’re not alone.
Every day, I meet women and men trying to fix their health through diets, protocols, and endless supplement regimens… but they’re missing the basics.
As a Naturopathic Doctor, I help people reclaim their health and vitality by focusing on what actually works: the real, non-negotiable foundations of health.
These are the pillars your body has to have to heal—whether you’re prepping for pregnancy, recovering from burnout, or simply want to feel good again.
What Are the Foundations of Health?
Foundations of health are the essential habits and biological needs your body depends on daily—long before you reach for a supplement or test. They’re simple, powerful, and often overlooked in our quick-fix wellness culture.
Let’s dive into each one.
1. Nourishment: You Are What You Absorb
Forget trendy diets. Your body needs real food—nutrient-dense, whole, and close to the earth.
Ancestral nutrition, blood sugar balance, and mindful eating can drastically shift your energy, focus, skin, and hormone balance.
Signs your nourishment needs support:
Afternoon crashes
Cravings before your period
Bloating after meals
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2. Hydration: It’s Not Just About Water
You’re likely under-hydrated at the cellular level—and it’s not your fault.
Most people drink tap water or “toxic” water without replenishing essential electrolytes and minerals, which help water actually absorb.
Signs of poor hydration:
Puffy face in the morning
Fatigue that doesn’t go away with coffee
Try adding sea salt, trace minerals, or coconut water to your hydration routine and see the difference.
3. Elimination: If You’re Not Pooping Daily, You’re Not Detoxing
Your body eliminates toxins through more than just bowel movements—it also detoxes via sweat, breath, and liver function.
Signs your elimination needs support:
Infrequent or incomplete bowel movements
Skin breakouts
Hormonal acne or irregular periods
Daily poops = daily hormone release. Period.
4. Rest & Rhythm: Sync with Nature, Not Just Your Calendar
You don’t just need more sleep—you need better sleep, in alignment with your natural circadian rhythm.
Your hormones rely on sleep-wake cycles regulated by light exposure, movement, and morning rituals.
Start here:
Get 10 minutes of sunlight when you wake up
No blue light after 8pm
Wind down with a calming tea and stretching or journaling
5. Stress & Nervous System Regulation
You cannot heal in fight-or-flight.
If your nervous system is always on alert, your body will prioritize survival over optimal digestion, fertility, and immune function.
Micro-moments that help:
2-minute breathwork breaks
Cold exposure (even a splash to the face)
Nature sounds or a few minutes outside in nature
These “little” practices regulate your state—no 90-minute meditations required.
6. Environment & Nature Connection
You can’t heal in a toxic environment. From synthetic fragrances and plastics to harsh lighting and constant EMFs, your space matters.
Also: your body thrives in connection with nature.
Think sun on your skin, dirt on your hands, and eating with the seasons.
Even 10 minutes outside a day can reset your nervous system and reconnect you to your primal intelligence.
BONUS: Relationships + Self-Worth
Your thoughts, relationships, and emotional safety affect your biology.
The people you surround yourself with and how you speak to yourself matter deeply to your hormones, stress levels, and long-term health outcomes.
Ready to Rebuild from the Ground Up?
Healing doesn’t have to be expensive or overwhelming.
It starts with remembering what your body has always known.
🎁 Download my free Foundations of Health eBook to assess where you’re at—and where to begin.
This guide includes:
An indepth analysis of your foundations of health
Journal prompts
Health practices for women & men
