Vitamins and Minerals: How to Choose Reliable Information (and Use Supplements Safely) Vitamins and minerals can feel confusing because the internet is full of bold claims, influencer “protocols,” and supplement marketing that sounds like medical advice. The truth is simpler: most people can meet their nutrient needs through food, and supplements are most helpful when […]
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Be an A+ Patient: Simple Health Literacy Habits That Make Every Visit Better
Healthcare can feel confusing, rushed, and full of words you do not use in everyday life. If you have ever left an appointment thinking, “Wait… what did they just say?” you are not alone. That is exactly why health literacy matters. Health literacy is “the degree to which individuals have the capacity to obtain, process, […]
From Transactional to Transformational Medicine. Why I believe medicine must be more than a transaction.
By Dr. Alexandria Hooks DNP APRN FNP-BC In many traditional, insurance-based healthcare settings, care can start to feel like a series of quick transactions. A short visit. A prescription. A referral. A follow up that is hard to schedule. It is not because clinicians do not care. It is because the system often rewards volume […]
Gut Microbiome and Body Weight: What Patients Should Know
By Dr. Alexandria Hooks, DNP The gut microbiome is the large community of bacteria and other tiny organisms that live in your digestive tract. These microbes help break down food, produce useful substances, and send signals that affect many parts of the body. Research suggests that the gut microbiome may play a role in weight […]
What, Why, and How We Transition to Proactive Evidence-Based Lifestyle Medicine: Why this matters now.
By Dr. Alexandria Hooks DNP, APRN, FNP-BC “Across the U.S., we have built an exceptionally capable system for diagnosing and treating disease—yet we have not built an equally capable system for creating health. We are often reactive, medication-forward, and constrained by short visits, limited training in nutrition and behavior change, and reimbursement models that reward […]
Hope for the Helpless: Healing Trauma in Young Women Through Faith, Medicine, and Compassion
By Dr. Alexandria Hooks, DNP APRN FNP – BC Helping a deeply wounded young woman heal is sacred work. It’s not about ‘fixing’ her, but walking with her as God restores what has been broken mind, body, and spirit at a pace that feels safe for her. Over the years, I have treated young adult […]
What Are the Forms That Bioidentical Hormones Come In?
Evidence-Based Overview:Bioidentical hormones are formulated to be structurally identical to the hormones naturally produced by the human body. According to medical literature, they are available in several forms to accommodate individual needs and preferences: Mind-Body-Spirit Connection:Choosing the right form of bioidentical hormone therapy is a personal decision that involves your physical health, lifestyle, and spiritual […]
Men’s Vitality & Wellness—Testosterone Replacement Therapy
Are you experiencing low energy, decreased strength, or changes in mood or libido? Low testosterone is common, affecting up to 40% of men over age 45 and can impact your mind, body, and spirit. You don’t have to navigate it alone. At Hooked on Wellness, we offer: Personalized Medical Solutions Comprehensive Assessment: We review […]
Guarding Your Peace: Faith-Filled Strategies for Thriving Through Family Stress
Navigating family discord can deeply affect your mental wellness. Here’s an uplifting, evidence-based guide to help anyone protect their peace and well-being when family dynamics are tough. Use these faith-rooted, practical steps to reclaim your calm and resilience. 1. Clarify Your Purpose Affirmation: “I am here to serve with love, not to seek approval.” […]
Christian-Faith-Focused Literature Review on Spiritual Fasting and its Health Benefits:
The connection between spiritual fasting and physical health is increasingly supported by both scripture and scientific research when fasting is practiced wisely and under a doctor’s supervision. In the Christian faith, fasting is often a time of prayer, reflection, and seeking closeness with God. Scripture encourages believers to honor God with their bodies, reminding us […]