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Summer is in full bloom at Vitae! In this month's newsletter, meet the newest members of our growing team, learn about expanded counseling services available across Alaska, discover same-day appointment options, and explore new wellness products designed to support your health goals. We're excited to share what's new and continue partnering with you on your journey to better health!

Low testosterone is no longer just an issue for aging men. More men in their 20s, 30s, and 40s are experiencing symptoms such as fatigue, low libido, erectile dysfunction, brain fog, and difficulty building muscle. In this article, we explore the factors driving declining testosterone levels, the connection between hormones, sleep, stress, and metabolic health, and the lifestyle changes that can make a meaningful difference.

Retreats offer more than rest—they create intentional space to reset, reflect, and restore. Learn why pauses are essential for growth, clarity, and well-being, and how the team at Vitae Integrative Medical Center prioritizes retreat for both providers and patients.

By Christine Sagan, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC If you’re feeling low, unmotivated, disconnected, emotionally exhausted, or just not like yourself, you are not alone. Millions of people experience depression at some point in their lives — and in Alaska, many people notice those feelings intensify during the long winter months and into early spring. What surprises many people is that mental health struggles don’t always peak during the holidays. In fact, research consistently shows that

Bringing you the latest news and specials from Vitae including mental health tips during Mental Health awareness month.

Chronic inflammation can quietly disrupt focus, mood, sleep, and energy. Learn how the brain responds to inflammatory stress and why addressing gut health, sleep, and metabolism can help restore clarity, motivation, and overall brain function.

Hormone therapy is powerful—but it works best when your body has the right fuel. Discover how strategic nutrition, protein timing, and supplements like creatine and L-Carnitine amplify results, support lean muscle growth, burn fat more efficiently, and promote true metabolic rejuvenation.

Many women are surprised to learn that testosterone isn’t just a “male hormone.” It plays a key role in sexual desire, mood, energy, muscle, and bone health. While therapy is mainly supported for postmenopausal women with low libido, understanding your hormones—and looking at lifestyle foundations like sleep, nutrition, and stress—can help you feel more like yourself.

Spring into wellness this March! Explore our latest blog on MCAS & Tirzepatide, celebrate Women’s Month with special OneSkin SPF deals, and discover our bonus Nutrafol Clear Skin Pack. Plus, learn how easy self-scheduling can make your next visit a breeze!

Mast Cell Activation Syndrome Emerging 2025 evidence suggests Tirzepatide, originally developed for metabolic health, may help calm mast cell activation in patients with MCAS. In a recent case series, nearly 9 out of 10 treatment-resistant patients experienced meaningful symptom improvement. Could GLP-1 therapy offer new multi-system support? Read the full blog to learn more.

Explore how hormone imbalances affect brain health, clarity, and mood—and how an integrative approach can help you feel like yourself again.

HB147 aims to expand access to primary care in Alaska by allowing licensed Naturopathic Doctors to practice to the full extent of their training—while maintaining strong safety measures.

In a perfect world, whole foods would meet all our nutritional needs. In reality, modern lifestyles, soil depletion, absorption challenges, and aging often lead to nutrient gaps seen in lab work. At Vitae, we recommend evidence-based supplements that support energy, immunity, brain health, and longevity as part of a personalized, whole-person approach to care.

January brings a renewed focus on health at Vitae Integrative Medical Center. In this month’s newsletter, we share guidance on navigating rising flu and COVID cases, immune-support best practices, our Supplement of the Month, updates to clinic hours, and details on our membership model designed to support whole-person, root-cause care in 2026.

Deepak Chopra reminds us that the true work of life isn’t what we do, but who we are. After attending one of his final retreats, I’ve often returned to the questions he asks daily: Who am I? What do I want? What is my purpose? This reflection explores how self-awareness, joy, and simple daily habits form the foundation of lasting health and a meaningful life.