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Nuvitru Journal

Root-cause education for your real life.

Evidence-informed perspectives on gut health, hormones, fertility, weight loss, and longevity—written to help you ask better questions about your health.

Written by Dr. Lahana Vigliano

Dr. Lahana Vigliano researching and writing at her desk inside Nuvitru Wellness

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Woman relaxing in a lounge chair during hydrogen inhalation through a nasal cannula

Longevity11 min read

Molecular Hydrogen Inhalation Therapy in Austin

A closer look at molecular hydrogen inhalation, what early studies can and cannot tell us, and what to expect at Nuvitru’s Lakeway Longevity Lounge.

Woman seated with a notebook in a welcoming wellness lounge

Hormones13 min read

PCOS Nutritionist: How Diet Helps Cycles, Insulin and Weight

Explore nutrition for PCOS and PMOS, including insulin sensitivity, cycle support, balanced meals, and individualized care in Austin or virtually.

Woman discussing nutrition and food concerns with a care professional

Weight Loss9 min read

What Is Food Noise and How Do You Quiet It, With or Without GLP-1s?

Constant thoughts about food can be a signal worth listening to. Explore nourishment, hunger cues, stress, gut health, and support with or without GLP-1 medication.

MRT food sensitivity blood collection kit at Nuvitru Wellness in Austin

Gut Health8 min read

MRT Food Sensitivity Test in Austin: How It Works and What It Costs

How MRT works, what the $550 test includes, and how Austin and nationwide patients can pair results with personalized nutrition guidance.

Woman discussing menopause nutrition with a care professional at a table

Hormones9 min read

Nutritionist for Menopause and Perimenopause: What Your Body Needs Now

Protein, adequate fuel, colorful plants, and individualized carb guidance: practical nutrition foundations for perimenopause and menopause.

Two women sharing a hug in a warmly lit room at the Nuvitru clinic in Austin

Longevity7 min read

AI vs. a Practitioner: Why Your Healing Journey Needs a Human Care Team

AI can offer information. A human care team brings clinical judgment, context, honest guidance, and a plan that grows with you.

Woman preparing a balanced meal with salmon, vegetables, and grains for natural weight loss

Weight Loss9 min read

Natural Weight Loss in the Age of GLP‑1s

A personalized look at nutrition, metabolic testing, and realistic progress for patients exploring weight loss without GLP-1 medications.

Three stool sample collection containers on a counter in the Nuvitru clinic

Gut Health9 min read

Gut Zoomer vs GI-MAP: Why the Gut Zoomer Is My Favorite Stool Test

A look at the markers, differences, and limitations behind two comprehensive stool tests, and why I often choose Gut Zoomer for my patients.

A person holding a tissue while seated on a green sofa in a warm therapy room

Mental Health7 min read

Is Grief Therapy Worth It? 7 Ways Grief Therapy Helps You Heal

Loss can touch your sleep, your body, and your everyday life. Explore seven ways grief therapy can offer support, what to expect, and when to reach out.

Nuvitru treatment room with an injection pen, vial, and glass of water on the counter

Weight Loss8 min read

Should I Take a GLP-1 for Weight Loss? Why I'm Hesitant (and When It Makes Sense)

A thoughtful look at GLP-1 medications, weight regain, muscle and nutrition, and the support that matters before and during treatment.

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Weight Loss11 min read

Why Can't I Lose Weight? 7 Hidden Reasons (and Why Losing Weight Fast Backfires)

Eating well and still feeling stuck? Explore seven factors that can affect weight loss, from hormones and sleep to muscle and metabolic health.

A woman looking at her phone while sitting on a bed with a thermometer and test strip on the bedside table

Fertility8 min read

Why Am I Not Getting Pregnant Even Though My Periods Are Regular?

Regular periods are one part of the fertility picture. Explore ovulation, egg quality, thyroid health, timing, and partner factors that may deserve a closer look.

A woman taking her basal body temperature with an oral thermometer while sitting in bed

Fertility10 min read

How Do I Know If I'm Actually Ovulating?

A monthly period does not always mean you are ovulating. Learn how body signs, Oura trends, Mira hormone tracking, and clinical testing can help you understand your cycle.

A Nuvitru clinician talking with a patient in the clinic blood draw room while preparing for fertility care

Fertility7 min read

Preparing for IVF: What Should I Focus on Before My Cycle?

The three months before an IVF cycle are an important preparation window. Learn how gut health, toxin exposure, stress support, and nutrient status can shape the foundation you bring to retrieval.

A woman reaching for birth control pills while preparing to stop birth control before trying to get pregnant

Fertility9 min read

Coming Off Birth Control Before Trying to Get Pregnant: What to Expect

Your cycle may return quickly after birth control, or it may need time. Here is what to expect, when to investigate, and how to prepare your body before pregnancy.

A pregnant woman reviewing a supplement bottle inside the Nuvitru clinic in Austin

Fertility10 min read

What Labs Should I Check Before Trying to Get Pregnant?

Planning for pregnancy starts before you begin trying. These five testing areas can reveal important patterns in thyroid health, hormones, nutrients, gut health, and toxin exposure.