By Drew Mulvey MS, CDN, CNS, CISN
September 26,2025
What Happened This Week.
Each week I talk about something relevant that I’m seeing in my clients, on social media, or in my own personal life. This week, it was a personal experience at the beginning of the week.
After waking up at my normal time to get to the gym, I noticed I was a little more fatigued than usual. Once I got there and started my workout, it just didn’t feel right. Everything felt more difficult than it normally does — I felt a bit weaker, more lethargic, and my stamina wasn’t quite what it had been. Can this relate to hormones? Of course — but it wasn’t the time in my cycle when that shift would typically occur.
Then it dawned on me: Monday was the first official day of Fall. We’ve transitioned into a new season, and with that comes changes — in the weather, in temperature, in sunlight, and yes, even in our internal rhythms. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Fall is a time for inward reflection, and a season where many start to notice mood shifts or dips in energy. It’s also an amazing time for a reset.
With all of this in the back of my mind, I realized — I am no different than anyone else. My body was simply telling me what it needed. It was asking for a pause… a reset.
Cellular Reset, Emotions, and Cancer
So let’s go a little deeper. In October we observe National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Emotional Wellness month.
When I talk about a reset, I’m not just talking about cleaning up your nutrition plan for a few days. I’m talking about a true cellular reset — supporting your mitochondria, your mental health, and your emotional energy from the inside out.
Our cells — and specifically the mitochondria (our energy-producing organelles) — are affected by so much more than just food. Things like pollutants, toxins, overtraining or undertraining, and chronically high cortisol all impair mitochondrial function and the body’s ability to repair. And when the body can’t repair, it begins to break down — especially in sensitive areas like the brain.
These stressors can also trigger inflammatory markers associated with cancer and other chronic diseases. We’re talking things like elevated CRP, lowered glutathione levels, 8-OHdG, and impaired estrogen metabolism (yes, in both men and women).
But here’s something most people don’t realize — these same inflammatory markers can be elevated in times of emotional distress. The body doesn’t necessarily distinguish between emotional and physical threats. Chronic stress, trauma, or even prolonged anxiety can cause the body to burn through its antioxidant reserves, damaging cells, proteins, and even RNA and DNA. Yes — stress can impact your genes.
So How Can We Tackle Two Birds with One Stone?
So what can you do right now? Start by supporting your body from the inside out — not just on the surface, but deeply. Look at what you’re putting on your plate, how you’re managing stress, what thoughts you’re feeding your mind, and whether your lifestyle is building you up or wearing you down. Focus on functional nutrition, targeted nutrients, and most importantly, mindset shifts that support a foundation of real health and long-term vitality.
You don’t need a perfect plan — you just need to start from where YOU are. Let this be a time to reconnect with your body and check in with how you truly feel. Nutrition, to me, is often a reflection of personality, emotion, and even identity. (And yes — you can still love your gluten-free peanut butter and jelly sandwiches or your favorite baked goods.)
Begin with simple, intentional steps that support your mitochondria, your mental clarity, your energy, and your emotional well-being. Because healing isn’t just about the physical — it’s about learning to slow down, reflect, and give your body what it’s been asking for all along.
Where to Start
Begin by incorporating more alkalizing, mitochondria-supportive foods into your daily routine — these help reduce inflammation, improve oxygenation, and allow your cells to repair and function more efficiently. Think: leafy greens (like spinach, kale, and arugula), cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts), cucumbers, celery, avocados, sea vegetables, lemon water, herbal teas, and even berries in moderation. These foods help to balance your body’s pH, promote detoxification, and deliver powerful antioxidants that protect your mitochondria from oxidative stress.
At the same time, reduce your intake of highly acidic and inflammatory foods — excess sugar, processed meats, refined carbs, and alcohol — which can create an internal environment that’s harder for your cells to thrive in.
Focus on functional nutrition, targeted nutrients, and most importantly, mindset shifts that support a foundation of real health and long-term vitality. Remember, healing isn’t just about cutting things out — it’s about intentionally adding in what brings your body back to balance. Even a few consistent changes can create ripple effects that help you feel more energized, clear, and grounded.
ALL of this in addressed in my Fall 21 Cell Ignite!
The Reset Starts October 6.
If you’ve been feeling a little “off”… more tired, a little scattered, not quite yourself — this might be why. And if that sounds like you, I invite you to join me for this reset.
🌀 This isn’t about perfection — it’s about reconnection.
🧬 We start October 6.
💻 Click the link below to sign up and give your body (and mind) the reset it deserves.
21 Day Cell Ignite
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