The Integrative Edge

In this episode, we explored thermography, a non-invasive imaging technique that uses infrared technology to detect subtle heat patterns in the body. Unlike traditional imaging methods, thermography doesn’t involve radiation or physical contact. Instead, it maps temperature variations that can reflect inflammation, changes in circulation, or other physiological shifts. This makes it a useful tool for gaining early insight into how the body is functioning.We also discussed how thermography is increasingly being used to support wellness monitoring—from identifying patterns related to muscular strain, dental health, and nerve irritation to providing additional context in breast health assessments. Whether you’re curious about preventive health or simply want to understand emerging imaging technologies, this episode breaks down what thermography can truly offer.Have questions or topics you’d like us to cover? Email us at [email protected] — we’d love to hear from you! Please leave us a review if you find this podcast insightful and beneficial. Your health transformation starts here!Follow Our Business Platforms! Stay connected and follow our three platforms for health, performance, and rehabilitation insights:True North PerformanceWebsite: TrueNorthPerform.comInstagram: @true_north_kelly1 & @truenorthperformancewisconsinFacebook: True North PerformanceUplifted Oncology RehabWebsite: UpliftedOncologyRehab.comInstagram: @upliftedoncologyFacebook: Uplifted Oncology RehabInnate Healing and PerformanceWebsite: InnateHealingAndPerformance.comInstagram: @dr.kym.klimekFacebook: Innate Healing and Performance

In this episode, Kelly, Kym, and Lyndsay break down why minerals are basically the body’s spark plugs — powering hormones, thyroid conversion, detox pathways, neurotransmitters, and the cellular energy that keeps you upright instead of face-down on the couch. They explore how stress, toxins, poor soil quality, caffeine, endurance training, and modern life are constantly draining key minerals like magnesium, potassium, sodium, zinc, and selenium… leaving many people unknowingly running on low battery. The hosts highlight how mineral imbalances can show up as fatigue, mood swings, stubborn thyroid issues, poor stress tolerance, sugar cravings, and blood-sugar dysregulation — symptoms often blamed on “laziness” or willpower instead of a true biochemical roadblock.The trio also dives into the power of HTMA (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis) as a functional tool for spotting long-term mineral patterns, heavy metal exposure, adrenal stress, and thyroid-blocking imbalances like copper excess or low selenium. They discuss how minerals work together in a delicate matrix — zinc and copper balance, calcium/magnesium ratios, sodium/potassium stress signatures — and why personalized correction is far more effective than guessing. From women preparing for pregnancy to athletes, burnt-out professionals, and anyone battling chronic gut or metabolic issues, this episode unpacks how optimizing minerals can transform energy, hormone health, resilience, and performance at the deepest level.Have questions or topics you’d like us to cover? Email us at [email protected] — we’d love to hear from you! Please leave us a review if you find this podcast insightful and beneficial. Your health transformation starts here!Follow Our Business Platforms! Stay connected and follow our three platforms for health, performance, and rehabilitation insights:True North PerformanceWebsite: TrueNorthPerform.comInstagram: @true_north_kelly1 & @truenorthperformancewisconsinFacebook: True North PerformanceUplifted Oncology RehabWebsite: UpliftedOncologyRehab.comInstagram: @upliftedoncologyFacebook: Uplifted Oncology RehabInnate Healing and PerformanceWebsite: InnateHealingAndPerformance.comInstagram: @dr.kym.klimekFacebook: Innate Healing and Performance

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is one of the most debated topics in women’s health. In this episode, we delve into the truth behind the pros, cons, and controversies surrounding HRT, enabling women to make informed choices with confidence.HRT can bring powerful relief from hot flashes, night sweats, brain fog, low libido, and mood swings, while also supporting bone, heart, and metabolic health when used appropriately. For many, it’s not just about symptom relief — it’s about thriving in midlife rather than simply surviving.We’ll also explore why opinions are so divided — from the shadow of the 2002 WHI study to philosophical beliefs about whether menopause should be “treated” at all. Through a functional medicine lens, we’ll discuss the importance of tailoring HRT to the individual — considering genetics, lifestyle, age, and using the right type and route of hormones — while never forgetting the bigger picture of nutrition, sleep, and stress management.Key takeaway: HRT isn’t a magic bullet, nor is it the enemy. It’s a tool. When used wisely and with personalization, it can be transformative. Women deserve clarity, not confusion, when it comes to navigating this pivotal stage of life.Have questions or topics you’d like us to cover? Email us at [email protected] — we’d love to hear from you! Please leave us a review if you find this podcast insightful and beneficial. Your health transformation starts here!Follow Our Business Platforms! Stay connected and follow our three platforms for health, performance, and rehabilitation insights:True North PerformanceWebsite: TrueNorthPerform.comInstagram: @true_north_kelly1 & @truenorthperformancewisconsinFacebook: True North PerformanceUplifted Oncology RehabWebsite: UpliftedOncologyRehab.comInstagram: @upliftedoncologyFacebook: Uplifted Oncology RehabInnate Healing and PerformanceWebsite: InnateHealingAndPerformance.comInstagram: @dr.kym.klimekFacebook: Innate Healing and Performance

When treatment ends, the story doesn’t stop. Many survivors are left facing challenges they were never fully prepared for—physical, emotional, and everyday struggles that are often invisible to others.In this episode, we uncover the hidden struggles after breast cancer that too many women silently carry. From lingering pain, lymphedema, and scar tissue, to fatigue, brain fog, and the emotional weight of survivorship—we’ll shine a light on the parts of recovery that aren’t always talked about.You’ll learn:The physical challenges that can appear months or years later.How these hidden struggles impact daily lifeWhy survivorship care must go beyond “you’re cancer-free.”Strategies and support that can help ease the journey forward.💡 Whether you’re a survivor, a loved one, or a healthcare professional, this episode will deepen your understanding of the long-term impact of breast cancer—and why true healing means looking beyond the surface.Have questions or topics you’d like us to cover? Email us at [email protected] — we’d love to hear from you! Please leave us a review if you find this podcast insightful and beneficial. Your health transformation starts here!Follow Our Business Platforms! Stay connected and follow our three platforms for health, performance, and rehabilitation insights:True North PerformanceWebsite: TrueNorthPerform.comInstagram: @true_north_kelly1 & @truenorthperformancewisconsinFacebook: True North PerformanceUplifted Oncology RehabWebsite: UpliftedOncologyRehab.comInstagram: @upliftedoncologyFacebook: Uplifted Oncology RehabInnate Healing and PerformanceWebsite: InnateHealingAndPerformance.comInstagram: @dr.kym.klimekFacebook: Innate Healing and Performance

Episode OverviewIn this episode of The Integrative Edge, we dive deep into mindset as the foundational driver of transformation. Whether it’s weight loss, rehab, fertility, or long-term health, this conversation explores how beliefs, habits, and resilience shape outcomes more than any protocol alone.Key InsightsMindset sets the ceiling: Many clients start strong, but mindset determines whether change lasts.Limiting beliefs are common: Maria shares how she helps clients identify and reframe stories that hold them back.Setbacks are part of growth: Instead of failures, setbacks become feedback. Adapting mindset helps maintain momentum.Process over outcome: Focusing on daily actions (like movement, protein goals, rest) empowers sustainable habits.Support is essential: Community, coaches, accountability, and empathy amplify mindset shifts.Mindset in different health journeys: Kym describes how she helps fertility patients stay in long-term perspective; Lindsay speaks on sustaining resilience through cancer recovery and lymphedema flare-ups.From the Fitness LensKelly emphasizes that in fitness and rehab, mindset is often the difference between consistency and burnout. Goals must be realistic, patience, intentional, and progress celebrated — even if it’s slow or non-linear.Practical TakeawaysSet process goals (e.g. “strength train twice this week”) rather than outcome goals.Track non-scale wins (energy, mood, mobility) to reinforce progress.Build recovery and rest intentionally — they’re not side quests, they’re core to sustainability.Reframe setback thinking: shift “Why me?” to “What is this teaching me?”Lean into support — even a small community or accountability connection can make mindset stick.How to Learn MoreKeep following The Integrative Edge for more episodes that blend mindset, movement, medicine, and longevity. Share this one with someone you know who’s trying to build lasting change.Have questions or topics you’d like us to cover? Email us at [email protected] — we’d love to hear from you! Please leave us a review if you find this podcast insightful and beneficial. Your health transformation starts here!Follow Our Business Platforms! Stay connected and follow our three platforms for health, performance, and rehabilitation insights:True North PerformanceWebsite: TrueNorthPerform.comInstagram: @true_north_kelly1 & @truenorthperformancewisconsinFacebook: True North PerformanceUplifted Oncology RehabWebsite: UpliftedOncologyRehab.comInstagram: @upliftedoncologyFacebook: Uplifted Oncology RehabInnate Healing and PerformanceWebsite: InnateHealingAndPerformance.comInstagram: @dr.kym.klimekFacebook: Innate Healing and Performance

In this episode of The Integrative Edge, host Kelly Demers is joined by co-hosts Dr. Kym Klimeck (Functional Medicine) and Dr. Lindsay Seefeldt (Oncology & Rehab Physical Therapy) along with guest Maria Bierson, a weight-loss coach and Integrative Wellness Coalition member. Together, they unpack why protein is one of the most overlooked — yet most essential — foundations for energy, metabolism, and healthy aging.💡 Key TakeawaysProtein = longevity fuel. Adequate protein preserves muscle mass, bone density, and independence as we age.Most people under-eat protein. Even health-minded adults often miss the 25–35g per meal target needed for muscle repair and satiety.Pair protein with strength training. The combination protects against sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss) and supports metabolism.Distribution matters. Spacing protein evenly across meals is more effective than “loading” at dinner.Protein supports metabolic health. It balances blood sugar, curbs cravings, and provides steady energy throughout the day.Recovery counts. Post-workout protein accelerates repair, reduces soreness, and boosts performance.🏋️‍♀️ From the Fitness Lens Kelly highlights that protein isn’t just a nutrient — it’s a recovery strategy. Combined with resistance training, it helps build the strength and vitality needed for lifelong freedom of movement.🧬 From the Functional Medicine Lens Dr. Kym emphasizes protein’s role in cellular repair, immune function, and hormone balance, explaining why needs often increase with stress, aging, or illness.💪 From the Rehab & Oncology Lens Dr. Lindsay shares how adequate protein intake supports recovery after cancer treatments and helps patients regain energy, function, and confidence.🥗 From the Behavior & Nutrition LensMaria discusses how focusing on protein first helps clients feel satisfied, stay consistent, and stop the all-or-nothing diet cycle.⚡ Quick Wins for ListenersAim for 25–35g of protein per meal (roughly palm-sized portions).Include protein at breakfast — it sets the tone for blood sugar and cravings all day.Combine with resistance training two to three times per week.Focus on progress, not perfection — even small increases add up over time.🔗 Learn MoreFor more integrative conversations bridging fitness, healthcare, and mindset, subscribe to The Integrative Edge and follow The Integrative Wellness Coalition on social media.Have questions or topics you’d like us to cover? Email us at [email protected] — we’d love to hear from you! Please leave us a review if you find this podcast insightful and beneficial. Your health transformation starts here!Follow Our Business Platforms! Stay connected and follow our three platforms for health, performance, and rehabilitation insights:True North PerformanceWebsite: TrueNorthPerform.comInstagram: @true_north_kelly1 & @truenorthperformancewisconsinFacebook: True North PerformanceUplifted Oncology RehabWebsite: UpliftedOncologyRehab.comInstagram: @upliftedoncologyFacebook: Uplifted Oncology RehabInnate Healing and PerformanceWebsite: InnateHealingAndPerformance.comInstagram: @dr.kym.klimekFacebook: Innate Healing and Performance

Have you ever been told “your labs are normal,” even when you feel anything but? You’re not alone. In this validating episode, the hosts explore the disconnect between standard lab results and lived experience. They unpack the limits of “normal” ranges, the importance of clinical context, and how to advocate for yourself when something still doesn’t feel right.Topics Covered:Why labs can be “normal” while symptoms persistWhere reference ranges come from—and what they missFunctional assessments and integrative insightsHow to build trust in your own body’s signalsTips for advocating for deeper careHave questions or topics you’d like us to cover? Email us at [email protected] — we’d love to hear from you! Please leave us a review if you find this podcast insightful and beneficial. Your health transformation starts here!Follow Our Business Platforms! Stay connected and follow our three platforms for health, performance, and rehabilitation insights:True North PerformanceWebsite: TrueNorthPerform.comInstagram: @true_north_kelly1 & @truenorthperformancewisconsinFacebook: True North PerformanceUplifted Oncology RehabWebsite: UpliftedOncologyRehab.comInstagram: @upliftedoncologyFacebook: Uplifted Oncology RehabInnate Healing and PerformanceWebsite: InnateHealingAndPerformance.comInstagram: @dr.kymberly.klimekFacebook: Innate Healing and Performance

Feeling dizzy, disoriented, or off-balance? Your vestibular system might be trying to tell you something. Kelly, Lindsay, and Kym welcome back Michelle Greenheck to talk about vestibular health—an often-ignored but vital part of our well-being. Michelle explains how balance issues affect our daily lives and shares practical, integrative approaches for recovery and resilience. Guest: Michelle Greenheck, PT (MG Physical Therapy & Wellness)Topics Covered:What the vestibular system does (and why you need to care)Common causes of dizziness: BPPV, migraines, inner ear disordersHow balance issues impact cognition, movement, and moodWhat vestibular rehab looks like and who can benefitTools for restoring balance—literally and metaphoricallyHave questions or topics you’d like us to cover? Email us at [email protected] — we’d love to hear from you! Please leave us a review if you find this podcast insightful and beneficial. Your health transformation starts here! Follow Our Business Platforms! Stay connected and follow our three platforms for health, performance, and rehabilitation insights:True North PerformanceWebsite: TrueNorthPerform.comInstagram: @true_north_kelly1 & @truenorthperformancewisconsinFacebook: True North PerformanceUplifted Oncology RehabWebsite: UpliftedOncologyRehab.comInstagram: @upliftedoncologyFacebook: Uplifted Oncology RehabInnate Healing and PerformanceWebsite: InnateHealingAndPerformance.comInstagram: @dr.kymberly.klimekFacebook: Innate Healing and Performance

Why wait for injury or burnout to start taking care of yourself? In this proactive episode, Kelly, Lindsay, and Kym unpack the concept of “prehab”—a preventive approach to health that could save time, money, and suffering down the road. Whether you’re an athlete, a parent, or someone navigating daily stress, this episode will help you rethink when and how to care for your body.Topics Covered:What is prehab—and who benefits from it?The difference between proactive and reactive careIntegrative practices for body support at every stageHow to build your own prehab toolkitMental resilience and mindset as part of preventionResources & Links:Practical exercises for everyday prehab: [insert link]Tips for self-guided body awareness and movement prepHave questions or topics you’d like us to cover? Email us at [email protected] — we’d love to hear from you! Please leave us a review if you find this podcast insightful and beneficial. Your health transformation starts here!Follow Our Business Platforms! Stay connected and follow our three platforms for health, performance, and rehabilitation insights:True North PerformanceWebsite: TrueNorthPerform.comInstagram: @true_north_kelly1 & @truenorthperformancewisconsinFacebook: True North PerformanceUplifted Oncology RehabWebsite: UpliftedOncologyRehab.comInstagram: @upliftedoncologyFacebook: Uplifted Oncology RehabInnate Healing and PerformanceWebsite: InnateHealingAndPerformance.comInstagram: @dr.kymberly.klimekFacebook: Innate Healing and Performance

 Is pelvic floor health only for postpartum moms? Think again. In this episode, Kelly Demers and her co-hosts, Dr. Lindsay Seefeldt and Dr. Kym Clinic, are joined by special guest Michelle Greenheck of MG Physical Therapy & Wellness. Together, they explore the foundational role of the pelvic floor in stability, movement, and overall wellness—for all genders and ages. Michelle, a member of the Integrative Wellness Coalition, shares empowering insights on symptoms to watch for, how to care for this overlooked area, and when to seek support. Guest: Michelle Greenheck, PT (MG Physical Therapy & Wellness)Topics Covered:What the pelvic floor really is—and why it matters for everyoneSigns of pelvic dysfunction beyond childbirthHow the pelvic floor supports posture, movement, and core healthDaily habits and simple exercises for prevention and careEmotional barriers and how to overcome stigma in seeking helpBreath work: Box breathingResources & Links:Learn more about Michelle: www.mgptandwellness.com Phone (920) 609-7920Explore the Integrative Wellness Coalition: Instagram: integrative.wellness.coalition🟦 Box Breathing (4-4-4-4 Method)Step 1: InhaleBreathe in slowly through your nose for a count of 4 seconds.Fill your lungs from bottom to top, gently expanding your belly and chest.Step 2: HoldHold your breath for 4 seconds.Keep your body relaxed—avoid tensing your shoulders or face.Step 3: ExhaleSlowly breathe out through your mouth for 4 seconds, emptying your lungs fully.Step 4: HoldPause again and hold your breath out for 4 seconds.Let your body rest before the next inhale.🔁 Repeat the cycle 4 to 6 times.It takes about 1–2 minutes and can be done:Before bed to improve sleepBefore or during stressful situationsDuring meditation or between meetingsTo support parasympathetic (rest-and-digest) activationHave questions or topics you’d like us to cover? Email us at [email protected] — we’d love to hear from you! Please leave us a review if you find this podcast insightful and beneficial. Your health transformation starts here!Follow Our Business Platforms! Stay connected and follow our three platforms for health, performance, and rehabilitation insights:True North PerformanceWebsite: TrueNorthPerform.comInstagram: @true_north_kelly1 & @truenorthperformancewisconsinFacebook: True North PerformanceUplifted Oncology RehabWebsite: UpliftedOncologyRehab.comInstagram: @upliftedoncologyFacebook: Uplifted Oncology RehabInnate Healing and PerformanceWebsite: InnateHealingAndPerformance.comInstagram: @dr.kymberly.klimekFacebook: Innate Healing and Performance