What if the nagging pain, brain fog, or hormone havoc you’ve been told to “just live with” is actually your body waving a flag that something deeper needs attention? On this week’s Dare to Age Well Now I sat down with Dr. Tenasha Wards—founder of Infinity Wellness Center and a 19-year veteran of functional medicine—to unpack how addressing underlying imbalances can help us feel vibrant at any age.
The Boring-But-Brilliant Basics
Before fancy protocols, Dr. Wards asks: Are you pooping and sleeping? If not, start with gut repair and sleep hygiene. Then:
Hydrate. Half your body weight in ounces of plain water daily (“Just drink the dang water!”)
Catch rays. Ten to fifteen minutes of sunlight or a D3-K2 supplement if you can’t get outside
Move & breathe. Gentle exercise and mindful breathing keep lymph flowing so detox pathways stay open.
Quick-Start Checklist
Adrenals & Stress — Five-minute morning breathwork plus adaptogenic herbs. Preps your body for a smoother menopause.
Gut Health — Add a quality probiotic and cut added sugar for 14 days. About 80 % of immunity and neurotransmitters are made in the gut.
Toxin Load — Swap conventional cleaners and skincare for low-tox brands. Less daily “retox” means your detox actually sticks.
Foundations — Prioritize water, sunlight, and sleep. The cheapest, fastest mood and energy boosters on the planet.
Listen & Share
Dr. Wards’ full episode is a masterclass in practical functional medicine. Give it a listen, share with a friend who’s sick of “normal labs,” and hit subscribe so you never miss a chance to dare to age well now.
Until next time—drink your water, soak up a little sunshine, and remember: your body is talking; functional medicine helps you hear what it’s saying.
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