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Tracy McCubbin, MD
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Jul 16

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Ever feel tired no matter how much you sleep?😴

👀Like you could get 9 hours… and still hit a wall by 2pm?

❌That’s not normal.❌

And it’s not “just how your body works.”

It’s a signal—and your body’s been whispering it for a while.

In functional medicine, we look deeper than sleep hygiene.

Because fatigue that doesn’t improve with rest usually means the system is still running on overdrive somewhere else:
→ Blood sugar crashes in the night
→ Thyroid function that’s “in range” but not optimal
→ Low iron, B12, or mitochondrial output
→ Chronic stress keeping your nervous system stuck in ON
→ Inflammation that hijacks your recovery overnight

Sleep is important—but it’s not always the root issue.

You can’t out-sleep dysregulation.

✨ The good news? Once you uncover what’s actually draining your energy, healing becomes a lot simpler, and your mornings start to feel totally different.

👇 Curious what might be behind your fatigue?

Book a free discovery call with the link in bio!

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You don’t need to be a bodybuilder (or live off chicken breasts) to hit your protein goals.
Here’s what a realistic high-protein day can look like—with real food and zero stress.

BREAKFAST (30g):
Egg + veggie scramble with goat cheese + side of turkey bacon + 1 slice sprouted grain toast with almond butter

📌 Why it works: Eggs + turkey + nut butter = a trifecta of complete proteins and healthy fats to keep you full for hours.

LUNCH (35g):
Lentil + quinoa salad with grilled chicken, feta, and pumpkin seeds + olive oil + lemon vinaigrette

📌 Why it works: Combining plant and animal sources boosts amino acid diversity. Plus, fiber helps with blood sugar balance.

DINNER (35g):
Seared Salmon with Garlic Roasted Broccoli + Sweet Potato Mash, sprinkle of hemp seeds

📌 Why it works: Salmon is rich in protein and omega-3s. Bonus points for hormone and brain health.

SNACK (20g):
Greek Yogurt + chia seeds + frozen berries + dash of Cinnamon

📌 Why it works: High in protein, antioxidants, and gut-friendly. Quick to throw together, easy to love.

💯 Daily Total = ~120g protein

(Without a single scoop of powder.)

✨ Pro tip:

Build your meals around protein—not carbs or fat—and everything else becomes easier: energy, cravings, mood, metabolism.

📌 Save this post as your go-to protein day.

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You don’t have to be severely protein-deficient to feel the effects.

Most people aren’t falling over from starvation…

They’re just subtly undernourished—and their body is quietly paying the price.

Swipe the images to see what that can look like ➡︎

💬 Drop a 💥 if you’ve ever experienced any of these signs.

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You might be eating protein…

But is your body actually using it?

Let’s break it down:

🧩 Proteins are made up of amino acids—and your body needs 9 essential ones to build hormones, enzymes, neurotransmitters, and muscle.

👉 Complete proteins contain all 9 essential amino acids
👉 Incomplete proteins are missing one or more (but can still be combined to form a complete profile)

Animal-based sources (like eggs, meat, poultry, fish, dairy):
✔️ Complete
✔️ Highly bioavailable (your body absorbs and uses them efficiently)

Plant-based sources (like beans, lentils, nuts, grains):
➖ Often incomplete
➖ Lower in certain key amino acids (like lysine or methionine)
➕ Can still meet needs if thoughtfully combined

Example:
🌾 Rice + beans
🌰 Hummus + whole grain pita
🥜 Nut butter + oats

This isn’t about saying one is “better.”

It’s about knowing what your body needs—and how to get it.
✅ If you’re plant-based, aim for a variety of sources
✅ If you’re eating mostly animal protein, prioritize quality (think: pasture-raised, wild-caught)

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Dr. Tracy is an incredible listener and diagnostician. I have seen so many doctors, Naturopaths, and Nutritionists regarding issues with my digestion and no one had figured out what the issue was but Dr. Tracy did. She is thorough, experienced, caring and a first-rate Dr. Her staff are wonderful and efficient as well. I have recommended over five people to Dr Tracy already!

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“I have experienced the highest level of functional medical concierge care from Dr. Tracy. The personalized treatment plan that she designed for me has eliminated the symptoms that I was previously experiencing. I have never felt better! The entire staff goes above and beyond in every area. They are always to respond to any question or request that I may have and are an absolute delight to work with. I have never experienced this level of professional and personalized care!”

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“I’m so thankful to have found Dr. Tracy as my functional medicine doctor. My skin is not flaring up with eczema anymore even when I don’t have the best diet! Since working with Dr. Tracy, I feel much healthier and can tell a huge difference in my skin! Definitely recommend her if you’re looking for a more holistic approach to your health!”

Katie W

Appreciate the thoughtful and focused time I get with Dr. McCubbin. She answers my questions and explains the why behind how I was feeling. In just a few months my energy levels completely turned around.” –

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Dear Dr. McC – I am constantly grateful that you are in my life.

Sharon

“Thank you so much for the holiday recipe booklet, so anxious to try your recipe for Thumbprint cookies, Shari! Such fun the other night, you two are amazing. Thanks for your knowledge and wisdom.”

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