Wearables are getting smarter… but don’t let the data replace wisdom ⌚️🧠 Fitness trackers have evolved way past step counts—and that’s not hype. Wearable technology was ranked the #1 fitness trend for 2024 by ACSM, and the newest devices can track things like HRV (stress/recovery), SpO₂, and in some cases even ECG. I love good data—when it helps you make better decisions. But I’ve also watched people become prisoners of their dashboards… and miss the basics that actually move the needle: real food, sleep, hydration, strength training, sunlight, stress management. Bedrock reminder: Trackers are tools. Not truth. They should inform your choices, not override your body. Here’s how we use wearables the Bedrock way ✅ Patterns over perfection (trends matter more than one “bad” night) ✅ Recovery over grind (HRV + sleep + soreness guide intensity) ✅ Clues, not diagnoses (ECG/rhythm features can flag issues, but they’re not a substitute for a clinician) Why this matters inside Bedrock (and why we partner with Garmin + Hume) We don’t just “collect data.” We translate it into a plan. That’s why we partner with Garmin (including devices with FDA-cleared ECG capability) …and Hume (Body Pod + Band) for body composition + metabolic insight—so our clients can access wearables at a discount and actually use the information with guidance. Your wearable can show what’s happening. Your Bedrock plan helps explain why—and what to do next. Quick self-check If your tracker is increasing anxiety, obsession, or guilt… it’s time to reset the relationship. Comment “WEARABLE” and tell me what you use (Garmin/Apple/Fitbit/Hume/Oura). Attached you can download the Top 5 metrics we look at and how we use them to support your goals—without turning your life into a spreadsheet.

Hi friends, I want to share a quick reminder and clarification about lab analysis and review services in our community. Lab interpretation is a specialized service that I personally provide. While quarterly check-ins and basic assessments remain complimentary, any additional lab documents you ask me to review (outside of those scheduled reviews) do require a fee. This is because each case is unique and it takes significant time, training, and research to do it well. When you request: - Lab analysis - Functional interpretation - Consulting on next steps - Research and personalized planning …you’re receiving my years of education, experience, and the focused time it takes to truly understand your body and create a meaningful plan. How pricing works - For current clients and those actively using IDNutrition:$100/hour - For non-client referrals seeking lab-only consultation:$200/hour Most common timeframes (these are examples, not guarantees, since every case is different): - Basic labs (hormones, thyroid panels, metabolic panels, lipids, etc.):Typically ~30 minutes → around $50 - More complex testing (GI-MAP, methylation panels, outside genetic testing, etc.):Often 1.5–3 hours depending on complexity and history I also do my best to bundle multiple diagnostics into one comprehensive interpretation and plan when possible, to keep this as reasonable and efficient as I can. Please also note: if you are working primarily with another team member but specifically request lab reviews, those ultimately roll up to me for final interpretation, and the same rate applies. Why this matters I genuinely love offering this service. One of the biggest gaps I see in traditional medicine is that even when labs are run, patients: - Aren’t truly taught what their numbers mean - Aren’t shown how those markers fit together - Aren’t given practical, actionable steps in plain language My goal is to bridge that gap—to help you decode the noise, understand what your labs are really saying, and feel empowered with a clear plan.

Collagen: The “Glue” Holding You Together (And Why You’re Probably Not Thinking Big Enough About It) When most people hear collagen, they think “wrinkles” and maybe “creaky knees.” But collagen is far more than a beauty supplement or a joint helper. It’s literally the scaffolding that holds your entire body together – from your gut lining to your blood vessels to your bones and fascia. Let’s zoom out and look at collagen the way your biology “sees” it. What exactly is collagen? - Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body, making up about 30% of your total protein. - It’s the main structural protein in skin, bones, tendons, ligaments, cartilage, fascia, blood vessels, and the intestinal lining. - Think of it as a tough, rope-like triple helix that gives tissues strength and shape, while elastin gives them stretch. There are at least 28–29 types of collagen, but most of your body is built from a core few: - Type I – skin, bones, tendons, ligaments, teeth - Type II – cartilage and joints - Type III – blood vessels, hollow organs, skin (with type I) - Type V & X – support bone, joint surfaces, and specialized tissues When collagen is abundant and well-organized, tissues are strong, springy, and resilient. When it’s damaged or depleted, you feel it – not just on your face, but everywhere. Why collagen declines (and why midlife women feel it hardest) Starting in our mid-20s, collagen production naturally drifts downward. Sun damage, smoking, high sugar intake, chronic inflammation, and poor sleep all accelerate the breakdown of collagen fibers. For women, the big cliff is menopause. Estrogen normally stimulates fibroblasts (your collagen-making cells). As estrogen drops: - Up to ~30% of skin collagen can be lost in the first five years after menopause, followed by ~2% per year after that. - Skin gets thinner, drier, and less elastic. Joints, fascia, and pelvic tissues also feel the loss. On top of that, fibroblasts can shift from making more elastic type III collagen toward stiffer type I collagen, the kind found in ligaments and scar tissue. That’s one reason midlife can feel like a season of “tight, brittle, and creaky” instead of “bouncy and flexible.”

Methylene blue is everywhere right now… podcasts, reels, “biohacker” stacks, you name it. Here’s the problem: 🔹 It’s not a harmless blue vitamin 🔹 It can interact dangerously with common meds (especially antidepressants/SSRIs) 🔹 Quality is all over the place – some products are literally industrial dye I don’t want our community guessing doses from the internet or ordering mystery-blue liquid from random sites.I do want you educated, protected, and supported inside a full Rooted Faith × Bedrock plan. This is not Pro or Anti Methylene Blue. I actually think this is a very useful tool, but it can be very dangerous when misused. That’s why I created a new resource: 👉 “Is Methylene Blue Right for You? A Practitioner’s Guide to Using It Safely” Inside, you’ll learn:• What methylene blue actually is (and isn’t)• Why people are talking about it for brain, energy & recovery• The very real risk factors & medication interactions you must know• Why we only use vetted sources like Compass Labs• How we decide, together, if it even belongs in your protocol This is not a DIY dosing guide. It’s a safety-first education piece + next steps if you want our help. I also created a quiz for you to see if MB is right for you.

⚡ Why BioAge Is Different (and Why We Use It) If you’ve heard us talk about BioAge a lot lately, here’s why: BioAge isn’t just another “NMN supplement.”It’s one of the most intelligently designed, real-world NAD+ support tools we’ve found — and honestly, nothing else we’ve seen checks the same boxes. Here’s what makes BioAge a category of its own: ✅ Upstream strategy that respects biologyWe don’t just chase the end product. We support your body’s ability to build and regulate NAD+ wisely. ✅ Meaningful formula synergyNMN + pterostilbene isn’t a trendy add-on — it’s a strategic pairing for cellular resilience and longevity signaling. ✅ Delivery that actually makes senseMost NMN products are capsules with inconsistent absorption.BioAge’s oral dissolvable strip is designed for more efficient, consistent daily use. ✅ Practical, daily, sustainableNAD+ injections and infusions can be powerful in specific cases — but they’re expensive and not realistic as an everyday foundation for most people. So when do we want to boost NAD+? When your body is showing signs of cellular energy strain or reduced resilience, such as: - low energy or slow recovery - brain fog - metabolic slowdown - age-related performance decline - stacked stress + poor sleep patterns - long seasons of inconsistent foundational habits Why we often choose NMN (not just NAD+ therapy) Because we’re building a long-term foundation, not a short-term spike.NMN supports your body’s own NAD+ pathway in a way that aligns with how we practice at Bedrock: Foundations first. Smart upgrades second. 📥 Download now This resource breaks down: - why NAD+ matters - why NMN is often the better daily strategy - what makes BioAge superior to typical options - and how to set expectations clearly (including international alternatives) If you’re a client who wants to understand the why behind our recommendations — this is for you.