Be Well Blog
Explore women's health and functional medicine insights from Alicja Sundblade, FNP-C, founder of Be Well Functional Medicine. Discover educational articles covering perimenopause, menopause, hormone health, digestive concerns, fatigue, sleep, nutrition, and metabolic wellness to help you make informed decisions about your health.
7 Metabolic Health Warning Signs Worth Paying Attention To
Discover 7 metabolic health warning signs you shouldn't ignore, from abdominal weight gain and energy crashes to increased hunger, skin changes, and signs of insulin resistance. ...more
Functional Medicine
November 12, 2026•7 min read
Always Bloated? 5 Common Causes Worth Investigating
Experiencing bloating every day? Discover 5 possible causes, from endometriosis and IBS to constipation, food intolerances, and hormonal changes, and learn what may be behind your digestive discomfort... ...more
Functional Medicine
November 12, 2026•7 min read
Always Tired, Foggy, or Lightheaded? 8 Possible Reasons Why
Feeling constantly tired, foggy, or lightheaded? Explore 8 possible causes—from nutrient deficiencies and thyroid health to hormones, sleep, hydration, blood sugar, and POTS—and learn what patterns ma... ...more
Functional Medicine
October 08, 2026•11 min read
What Perimenopause Can Do to Your Cholesterol and Heart Health
Learn how perimenopause can affect cholesterol, blood sugar, body composition, and heart health—and discover practical ways to support your cardiovascular and metabolic health through this transition. ...more
Functional Medicine
October 07, 2026•9 min read
When Your GLP-1 Is Working, But Your Gut Isn’t Happy
GLP-1 medications can change more than your appetite. Discover practical ways to manage digestive symptoms while supporting nutrition, hydration, gut health, and muscle. ...more
Functional Medicine
September 11, 2026•11 min read
Cortisol and Thyroid Function: What Stress May Be Doing to Your Thyroid
Learn how chronic stress and cortisol may influence thyroid signaling, metabolism, sleep, and energy—and why understanding the connection can help guide better care. ...more
Functional Medicine
September 10, 2026•10 min read