When it comes to living a healthy lifestyle, two fundamental pillars are nutrition and physical activity. These can contribute to lowered risk of so many physical diseases and conditions along with improved mental health and well-being. Healthy dietary recommendations include minimum levels of nutrients you need every day. These include protein, healthy fats, vitamins, and… Read more »
Food allergies and sensitivities (or intolerances) are increasingly common. You’ve heard of nut-free schools and gluten-free foods, and yes, some people truly need to avoid even the tiniest traces of these foods. In fact, millions of Americans experience allergic reactions to foods every year. While most reactions are mild, some can be life-threatening and require… Read more »
Detoxes and cleanses have been buzzwords for a while now. There are so many variations of them and each one is advertised with many health claims and compelling testimonials. The question is: Do they really improve skin and digestion, boost the immune system, increase energy, reduce inflammation, or cure diseases? A lot of the time—even… Read more »
We both know that weight is just one of many, many measurements of overall health, but it is one that many of my clients are concerned with. If you can relate to this, then this article is for you. Overweight and obesity are so common today that two-thirds of adults and one-third of children experience… Read more »
Menopause is when your MENstrual cycle PAUSEs—for good. It’s not a disease to be treated, but rather a normal stage of life. Menopause “officially” starts 12-months after your last period. That happens, on average, around the age of 51. Check out my free e-book to dive deeper into nutrition and learn how to feel your… Read more »
A diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, commonly known as PCOS, comes when many women least expect it. Related to hormonal imbalances, PCOS is an endocrine disorder in which a woman’s ovaries become enlarged and develop cysts. Miraculously, majority of our health issues stem from gut health, read more about it in my free e-book. While… Read more »
Harvard Health calls it a “medical mystery” and “mysterious ailment.” It’s been linked to everything from gut troubles, autoimmune diseases, and even mental health concerns. I’m talking about “leaky gut”, “gut inflammation” or “intestinal permeability”—have you heard of it? Claim your copy of my free gut health e-book. Many doctors and the established medical community… Read more »
Thyroid problems can cause several seemingly unrelated issues throughout the body. These include changes to your weight, energy, digestion, and mood. These are all linked to the thyroid because it directs important processes that happen throughout the body. Hypothyroidism is an autoimmune disorder, learn more about it in my free e-book. Thyroid hormones help control… Read more »
Ever wonder why you feel yucky or tired after eating, even if it’s healthy? As the famous saying goes, “You are what you eat” . . . although, you may have heard the more accurate version of it: “You are what you eat and absorb.” It is extremely important to be able to maximize nutrient… Read more »
The gut and brain are interconnected more than we previously thought—new research is proving it. This connection is known as the Gut-Brain axis. These discoveries have huge potential to help people with gut issues with help from their brain. And help people with brain or mood issues with help from their gut. Imagine if eating… Read more »