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Case Study: The Pain Jenny Couldn’t Ignore
Jenny felt like she was failing her family. She came to me a few years ago, exhausted from trying every diet, every pill, and every miracle program the internet had to offer. This is a case study of Jenny’s story. Learn how the health of her entire family drastically improved in just 3 months!
2025 Vision: Design Your Healthiest Year Yet with Functional Precision
As we step into 2025, the wellness landscape has evolved beyond generic resolutions into an era of precision health optimization. Gone are the days of one-size-fits-all approaches to wellness. Instead, we're embracing a more nuanced understanding of how our bodies function as intricate, interconnected systems—each as unique as our fingerprints. Think of this article as your New Year’s Resolutions – on steroids!
What’s causing your gas and bloating?
Gas and bloating are the two most common digestive issues. There are only two sources of gas and bloating: 1. Air that is ingested and 2. Gas that is produced through the fermentation of food by gut microbes. This article will address these two sources and the four possible root causes of gas and bloating.
Fiber does more than just keep you regular!
Most people have heard the advice to eat more fiber. But there’s more to it than just drinking Metamucil or Benefiber. fiber is the secret weapon in my Protein-First system. Most high-protein diets are seriously lacking fiber intake. Sorry, but you cannot get out of needing to eat fiber. That’s why following those super high-protein, low-carbohydrate diets doesn’t work long-term. This article is all about fiber!
How to Make Protein Your Best Friend for Weight Loss
When it comes to weight loss, there’s a lot of advice out there: count calories, skip meals, cut carbs… the list goes on. But if you’re tired of quick fixes that don’t actually work and frustrated by advice that leaves you hungry or exhausted, it’s time to focus on a strategy that truly supports your body—one that includes plenty of protein.
How Morning Light Can Transform Your Sleep and Wellbeing
Harnessing the power of morning sunlight can dramatically enhance your sleep quality and overall well-being. Research shows that exposure to natural light in the morning regulates circadian rhythms, improves mood, boosts cognitive function, and supports healthy vitamin D production. This article explores simple rituals you use in your own life to embrace the health benefits of morning sunlight.
Are there health benefits to drinking alcohol?
Are there really any health benefits to drinking alcohol? There's indeed no "healthy" amount of alcohol to drink. Alcohol isn't a "health food" no matter how you look at it. But, in this article, we’ll dive into a different perspective on alcohol, especially as it relates to mental health.
Herbal Remedies for Hormonal Balance in Women Pre- and Post-Menopause
Maintaining hormonal balance during perimenopause and menopause is one of the most challenging things to achieve for overall health. Luckily, there are many safe and natural ways to support health and ease discomfort during this time. In this article, guest author, Amanda Anderson MsHM of Boarlord Botanicals, teaches us how to use common culinary herbs and how they can help support women.
How to protect your brain from…zombies?!
While many factors can contribute to cognitive decline, like poor diet, sedentary lifestyle, brain injury, mood disorder, or age-related changes, certain tweaks to the food you eat can protect and boost your brain health. In today’s article, we’ll highlight four brain-boosting superfoods if you’re feeling forgetful or are simply looking to support this complex organ. Plus, my go-to supplement for brain health.
A Different Kind of Motivation
How do you want to show up in the world? It is possible. I’m living proof. It won’t happen overnight, but with every small victory, you’ll build momentum. And soon, you won’t recognize the person you were a year ago. In this article, we'll look at what it looks and feels like to be motivated by your appearance.
3 Foods That Flush Out 'Zombie Cells' (Your Body Will Thank You)
When it comes to aging, there's a fascinating cellular process that's been getting a lot of attention lately. It's all about something called cellular senescence, and it might just be the key to unlocking a new level of vitality as we age. In this article, you'll learn about foods and lifestyle changes you can make to help with graceful aging by clearing these "zombie cells".
Detox 101: Everything you need for a healthy body
The human body is a magnificent detoxification machine! In fact, we're detoxing at any given moment! Unfortunately, there are so many expensive tools, fancy protocols, and complex programs designed to be the "best", but many are not all they're cracked up to be. In this blog article, guest author Dr. Crystal Felice, Pharm D, shares five of her favorite simple, natural ways to support your body's natural detox processes.
How to Form Connections—and Why It’s Important
Human connection has such a powerful impact on stress levels that it reduces the risk of many chronic, stress-related ailments. It improves blood pressure, lowers cortisol levels (our stress hormone), and even strengthens the immune system. In this article, we'll explore why connections are so important and how to make friends as an adult.
Are Blood Sugar Spikes Making You Crazy?
Ninety percent of us suffer from too much glucose in our system – and most of us have no idea it’s an issue. Even those without diabetes or pre-diabetes would benefit from managing our blood sugar levels. Too much glucose in the blood stream can have cause a variety of health issues. In this article, we'll discuss glucose, insulin, and five FREE ways you can manage your blood sugar to help loose weight and balance hormones.
Is a weight loss drug right for you?
Is a weight loss drug right for you? There has been so much talk about these drugs lately. Everyone seems to have their own opinion. What's true? What's made up marketing? Let's sort it all out with an article I read recently. I'll dissect the article and give you my two cents, plus what you can do instead.
Cracking the Hydration Code: Why Water Alone Isn't Enough
At its core, hydration is about more than just water intake—it's about how effectively your body can use that water at a cellular level. As a Holistic Nutritionist who's seen more dehydrated clients than I care to count, I'm here to spill the beans on what real hydration looks like.
5 Sneaky Ways Stress is Affecting Your Weight Loss
Everyone always talks about how diet and exercise are the keys to weight loss. But there is another big piece to the puzzle that you may be missing. Your stress! In this week’s guest blog article, Online Fitness Coach, Molly McNamee from MFit Workouts, talks about five things that are stopping you from reaching your goal weight.
Ditch acne by supporting your gut
Acne is a disease is related to the condition of the digestive tract and its microbiome. In this article, we’ll discuss the connection between acne and the gut microbiome and why traditional treatments may not be the best course of action. I’ll also share three things I did to heal my adult acne that have nothing to do with food because the gut-skin connection involves more than just the food we eat!
Ditch the toxic sunscreen and use these tips instead
What if the sun wasn’t the enemy? Did you know that some cancers, including prostate, breast, and several skin cancers, can be caused by too little sun exposure? We need sunlight for good health. In the latest article, we’re talking about non-toxic sunscreens, foods for good skin health, and supplements that can help naturally protect your skin.
Unlock weight loss with your spice rack…
Stop searching the internet for random health advice and quick-fixes for weight loss. In today’s article, guest author, Angela Jett of Living Remedy, is sharing some of her favorite herbs for weight loss, many of which are probably sitting in your cupboard right now! Explore the benefits of using herbs and spices for weight loss, safety precautions, and Angela’s favorite uses.