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Marina Kotova - Certified Functional Health Practitioner Serving DMV: District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia, & Surrounding Areas

Roots of
Knowledge
These practitioners inspired me and made me grow on my Functional Medicine journey. I'd love to share some of my favorite research and postings with you. All the credit goes to these practitioners!


Why Doing Everything Right Still Isn't Enough?
Many people are doing everything “right” — eating well, taking supplements, prioritizing movement — yet lasting healing still feels out of reach. Often, the missing piece isn’t another protocol, but the state of the nervous system itself. When the body remains in subtle survival mode, repair and regulation cannot fully occur. This article explores why safety, vagal tone, and slowing down may be the true foundation of sustainable healing.
Feb 17


Headaches are an Invitation
Headaches aren’t random. They’re the body’s way of signaling that something’s off balance. In this post, we explore how hydration, nutrient status, stress, food sensitivities, and more can contribute to headaches and why tuning in, not tuning out, is the key to lasting relief.
Apr 25, 2025


Supporting your body during conventional cancer treatment
Support your body through cancer treatment with nutrition, detox, and immune support to boost resilience and healing.
Feb 26, 2025


A Holistic Approach to Cancer Prevention
Cancer prevention starts with addressing the root causes while supporting cellular metabolism, immune function, & detoxification.
Feb 7, 2025


Creating Health Through Functional Medicine
True health starts with addressing root causes, not just covering up symptoms.. Learn how functional medicine can transform your health.
Dec 25, 2024


Your Guide to an Abundant Holiday Season
Discover simple strategies to nourish your body, mind, and spirit this holiday season. Prioritize joy, connection, and self-care while keepi
Nov 26, 2024


Circadian rhythm
🌝🌙 Circadian rhythm it is a balance between your sleep and wake cycle. There is data that shows there is increase risk of cancer among...
Dec 27, 2023


Health Coach Tips – Steer Clear of AGE’s
Foods high in AGEs are all around us: packaged meats and cheese, processed foods, red, high fat meat, butter, fried foods, candy, cakes...
Dec 27, 2023


Beauty Sleep
There are no questions that sleep matters a lot for our long-term health! During the night, we restock hormones, process toxins, repair...
Dec 27, 2023


Finding Balance: The Hidden Risks of Overexercising on Your Health
Extreme exercise can cause chronic health problems and make you feel worse. Many of the issues caused by over exercising stem from...
Dec 27, 2023
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