Let’s get into it! Most people are not familiar with H. Pylori unless they are experiencing GI discomfort and are looking for the underlying cause. It turns out H. Pylori is actually relatively common despite its lack of recognition, with an estimated 30-40% of people infected in the United States. This post breaks down what H. Pylori is, the symptoms
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Because who doesn’t love a nice summer drink I’ll be honest; I love a good cocktail (or mocktail), especially during the summer. Many of my clients ask me if they can indulge in a cocktail, and my answer is usually yes (depending on where the patient is in their healing and what is going on). My approach is that I
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A deeper dive into gut health! If you are trying to optimize your gut health, then you likely know that getting adequate fiber is important for the gut microbiome and motility. However, what you may not be as familiar with is the role that resistant starch and short-chain fatty acids play in the gut microbiome and how they too are
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No, we are not talking about a physical motor vehicle… Perhaps you were taking a deep dive into all things gut health trying to get to the root of your discomfort, and stumbled upon the Migrating Motor Complex (MMC). While the MMC is a bit of a less discussed topic, it is undoubtedly one of the most important when it
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Gut healthy eating can be simple and delicious! When it comes to gut healthy eating, we recommend a diverse diet full of various fruits, veggies, grains, beans and legumes, nuts and seeds, high-quality protein, fermented foods, and more to ensure adequate fiber, healthy fat, antioxidants, pre and probiotics and other gut beneficial nutrients to help nourish the gut bacteria and
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We love the power of food! Our diet has a tremendous influence on our health, with each food containing a unique variety of nutrients to fuel our cells. Some nutrients benefit specific organs and systems of the body more than others and while we could write an entire blog on this alone, in fact, we have a great post on
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Get out your shopping list! A rule of thumb that we did not make up but completely agree with is to stick to the perimeter of the grocery store. This is where you will find all of the produce, fresh animal proteins, and dairy/non-dairy products. When you stick to the perimeter your cart will fill up with produce items. Then
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What Are Hormones, And What Do They Do? Hormones are chemical messengers that are created by glands called endocrine glands located in various parts of the body. The major function of hormones is to send signals throughout the body to control and coordinate complex functions like growth, metabolism, and fertility. Hormones play a role in basic needs like hunger, to
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WHO DOESN’T LOVE A GOOD SHRIMP SCAMPI RECIPE? There is something about shrimp scampi that is comforting. Especially when it’s re-written a little bit, makes my body feel good, and I can still enjoy making it in 30 minutes or less (DREAM recipe right there!)… which is exactly what I did with this recipe. Traditionally shrimp scampi is made with
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Oh, what an interesting topic this is! The circadian rhythm is essentially our body’s biological clock that keeps our cells and body systems in sync. While our circadian rhythm is innate and not something we have to intentionally program our body to do, it can be disrupted by our lifestyle and environment (hint: there is a culprit we are all
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FOOD IS FUEL FOR YOUR CELLS AND THEREFORE IS ENERGY Maybe you are reading this post because you have been feeling more fatigued than usual and just cannot escape that afternoon slump, or perhaps you want to go into this summer feeling energetic and ready to bike, hike, swim, and whatever other activities the summers. Either way, you are in
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A quick recap on how to eat for acid reflux: A key tool in managing acid reflux is through diet and lifestyle. With that being said, what you eat and when you eat play a large role in symptom management. While everyone is different in what foods they can tolerate vs find triggering, there are common foods that tend to
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Don’t be bitter; your digestion can be optimized! When you think of bitter foods, you may think of lemon, arugula, and other greens and herbs. It turns out that while the bitter taste of these foods may be offsetting, they offer numerous digestive health benefits. In this post, we are diving into all things bitters concerning bitters foods to put
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A quick recap on inflammation Not all inflammation is harmful; however, many of us suffer from chronic inflammation, which can be very problematic for our bodies! Inflammation may result from several factors, with diet, lifestyle, and environment at the forefront. Therefore, working to reduce inflammation through an anti-inflammatory diet is key and will leave your body feeling much healthier and
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THE IMPACT OF STRESS ON YOUR HEALTH (AND GUT) Stress can be motivating and energizing, or it can be debilitating by affecting your sleep, metabolism, food choices, and mood. Additionally, stress negatively impacts the gut by altering the gut-microbiome, weakening the gut-lining, affecting bowel movements, and more. It is important to recognize that some level of stress is normal and
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We love how versatile smoothies are! This one has a unique combination of ingredients that will not only satisfy your taste buds but nourish your body as well! This Tumeric lassi smoothie is packed with nutrients from different fruits and veggies plus packs in an extra anti-inflammatory boost with turmeric and ginger making it really good for digestion, detoxification,
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WHY YOUR GUT LINING MAY BE WEAK AND WHAT IT MEANS FOR YOUR HEALTH Everyone is quick to talk about the gut microbiome but fails to discuss the importance of the gut lining. This post breaks down what the gut lining is, how our diet, lifestyle, and environmental toxins negatively affect the gut lining, and what you can do about
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Let’s jump into it! Endometriosis is more common than many realize, with about 1 in 10 women affected, and its prevalence is only increasing. This post dives deep into everything about Endometriosis, including what it is, why and how it presents, and perhaps most importantly, how you can utilize diet and lifestyle practices to aid in symptom management. WHAT IS
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