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Many people confuse intensity for intimacy. They call it love — but it’s really a fusion of attachment and adrenaline. In trauma-based relationships, the nervous system becomes addicted to the roller-coaster of chaos and relief. The brain learns to equate...

This article is part of my series Healing at the Spirit Level, where I explore the deeper energetic and spiritual imprints of life’s challenges. Whether it’s alcohol, illness, or trauma, each carries not only a physical or emotional impact, but...

There’s a quiet desperation that runs through the human experience when we are disconnected from the intelligent, loving Source that flows through us. It may not always be loud or visible—but it shows up in our daily lives, in the...

The heart takes you on a hero’s journey in each lifetime. It’s your North star, your internal GPS. Do you know where you are on this journey, and why the emphasis is on the heart? The heart is the epicenter...

Are the Mysterious Noises in Your Head Tinnitus or Something Else? I have had many female patients complaining of tinnitus or vertigo symptoms, and after seeking medical treatment, the noise persists. And, after having my own unique experiences with intermittent...

Dr. Christina Melancon, ND, CECP, CDS II   Are you, like many, concerned with the state of humanity and the future of “your” country and this planet? It is a very deep topic beyond politics, economics, and the uncertainties of...

Dr. Christina Melancon, ND, CECP, CDS II When people approach the world of natural healing, they arrive in a certain state of being. I like to assess where the person is mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. What state are they...

By Dr. Christina ND, CECP, CDS II, CPT   Do you feel like something is holding you back? Do you feel like you have an anchor weighing you down, an anxiousness or maybe just a general air of melancholy? Do...

By: Dr. Christina Melancon, ND, CDS II, CECP This is an amazingly popular question that requires deep reflection! Let’s dive into this. First, what is the soul? The soul is your life force. It’s your essence. Essentially, it is the...

Have you been in the wake of painful experiences far too long? If so, I want to encourage you to keep working on healing yourself and reviving your Spirit. The Spirit is what is broken. The Spirit is what separates...

Dr. Christina Melancon Naturopathic Doctor & Detoxification Specialist II Do you feel stuck? Are you bored with the mundane activities of life? Do you want to move toward your passion, discover your purpose, and experience greater joy and fulfillment in...

Dr. Christina Melancon, ND, CPT, CECP, CFTS, CDS II Are you happy with your health right now? I’m talking about your mind, body, and spirit health, the core of you, your essence. Are you physically fit and functioning at your...

By Dr Christina Melancon, ND, CPT, CDS II, CECP Life will inevitably call forth pain, suffering, and wounds of the heart.  Experiencing emotion is part of being human. How we tend to our emotional wounding is a major part of...

By Dr. Christina, ND, CPT, CECP, CDS II   You may have been asked, “are you drinking enough water?” It’s a common question because hydration is vital to overall health, but what does “enough” mean, and how does hydration affect...

By Dr. Christina Melancon, ND, CPT, CDS II, CECP, CPI Nature hosts some magnificent plant medicines for the female reproductive system. Among those is the Chaste Tree Berry plant, a beautiful balancer, and a life saver for me! I first...

Dr. Christina Melancon, ND, CPT, CDS II, CECP, CPI Are you struggling to lose weight? Has it been a personal goal for a long time, but you can’t seem to achieve it? There is a common and very valid reason...

According to the GI Alliance, each year 62 million Americans are diagnosed with some type of digestive disorder. Digestive disorders can cause compound effects on health. Because digestion is the main way we get nutrients needed to fuel our entire...

Fear is a common emotion we have probably all felt before. It can be very real, daunting, and rob us of peace and joy. However, fear is simply an emotion. Emotions are accompanied by a myriad of thoughts that cycle...

Have you ever wondered why most diets fail? Perhaps you’ve tried every diet out there, only to be disappointed over and over again. You work so hard, you’re so hungry, and you spend hours in the gym, all for just...

45 million Americans will go on a diet each year, yet 70% are overweight or obese. Dieting seems to be a vicious cycle for most Americans. There are months of indulgence followed by guilt and half-hearted goal setting to redeem...

The biggest struggles in life are not the unforeseen occurrences, or the daunting obstacles we face when trying to meet a goal or fulfill a dream. The true struggle is internal. What degree of impact will you allow obstacles to...

Self-esteem is the way you view yourself as a person. It encompasses your beliefs about your worth and it determines how you treat yourself.  If you suffer from low self-esteem here are some ways to start transforming your view of...

Ivy Vitality is a holistic wellness center located in South Louisiana. It was founded February 2018 by me, Christina Melançon. I began school, studying naturopathy, in December 2016. It has been a life-lesson-filled journey combined with the thorough study of...

Is fear holding you back from meeting your goals? Is fear preventing you from experiencing the life you want? Is fear keeping you from being fit? Fear is at the root of suffering, pain, and complacency. Fear is suppressive and...