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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WHAT IS DIGESTION? Digestion is a complex process involving numerous organs and organ systems to break down food and convert it to energy and nutrients to fuel the body. Our digestion impacts our energy, growth, weight, hormones, skin, detoxification, brain function, mood, and more – essentially everything, which is why many of us can feel when our digestion is off!
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Our top hormone healthy recipes If you are working on your hormone health, you have come to the right place! We have put together a list of hormone healthy recipes from our blog broken down by category to help you find delicious recipes that support hormone health. When eating for hormone health, we like to focus on healthy fats, high-quality
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WHAT IS THE GUT MICROBIOME AND WHY IT’S IMPORTANT The health of the digestive system significantly impacts the health of the whole body, in large part due to the trillions of bacteria residing there to help break down our food, fight pathogens, enhance our immune system, and control our metabolism. The trillions of bacteria and microorganisms in our digestive tract
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Let’s get into it! We feel like histamine intolerance is becoming a lot more recognized and is a condition we work with frequently! When working with clients who present with classic symptoms of histamine overload, we have had great success given we address the root cause of histamine intolerance. This post dives deep into what histamines are, why histamine intolerance
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HOW DO I EAT FOR HEART HEALTH? February is American Heart Health Month, which means heart-healthy eating is a major topic of conversation. Unless you have a heart condition or heart disease runs in the family, eating for heart health may not be top of mind. However, it should be! Think about it – your heart is responsible for pumping
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I know fiber is good for me, but what is it again? We have all heard fiber is good for us, but what is fiber again, what foods is it in, and why is it good for me? Fiber is a carbohydrate that the body cannot fully digest and is found in plant-based foods like fruits, veggies, whole grains, beans,
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Did you say adaptogens? The word adaptogens is a bit of a mouthful and even sounds somewhat intimidating. However, adaptogens can be a helpful and gentle way to support the body. This post breaks down what adaptogens are, who might benefit from adaptogens, and how we suggest incorporating adaptogens into everyday life. What are adaptogens and how do they work?
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Did you know the food you eat affects your mood? The truth is, food is POWERFUL, and not all food is created equal. Food impacts our body on a molecular level, meaning that the nutrients in the foods we consume affect our gene expression, alternatively impacting our cellular signaling, hormones, gut microbiota, therefore, mood! In this blog post, we are
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What is PCOS? Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal imbalance that affects women of reproductive age where the ovaries produce excess male hormones. Unfortunately, the prevalence of PCOS is increasing, as many people’s quality of diet and lifestyle continues to lessen. In this post, we are diving deep into all things PCOS, including its signs and symptoms, underlying
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Isabel’s top tips for overall health of 2021 to bring you health in 2022 2021 has been quite the ride. While COVID continued to run rampant, the world was forced to slow down. Many people that spent their morning rushing commuting to work, only to work all day, and rush back home (hello NYC), now had a commute from their
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Have a trip coming up? Let’s talk about why the food you eat when traveling matters! When you are going to the airport, you may be so preoccupied with making the flight, checking bags, and getting through security that the last thing on your mind is food. We get it, an airport is stressful, and as a result, when you
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Let’s talk immune health! I get so many questions about immune health this time of year. With extra stress, travel, and cooler temperatures it’s no wonder our immune system needs a little more support in the winter. Today we will be discussing how to know when your immune system needs support, foods, and supplements to support your immune system, what
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Yes, your diet can help relieve PMS symptoms Chances are you have experienced PMS symptoms from time to time. Maybe you realize your PMS symptoms vary from one month to another, or perhaps you get awful PMS symptoms, are so tired you cannot stay awake, and feel overly emotional. In contrast, your friend does not experience any at all. This
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Candida-friendly simple and healthy meal ideas If you have Candida and are on the Candida diet, it can feel super overwhelming. However, while the Candida diet is limiting, it is not impossible, and there are still a bunch of foods you can eat that are nutritious and will leave you feeling satisfied. This post provides you with simple and healthy
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The Impact of Food and Lifestyle on Cancer Cancer is a complex and tricky topic, to say the very least. The science is evolving, and we are learning more every day! That being said, tons of factors go into the development of cancer, ranging from genetics, lifestyle, diet, and more! While controlling your genetics may not be an option, your
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Have unexplained GI symptoms? Struggling to manage your IBD symptoms? Let’s talk IBD! Do you have IBD and feel like your symptoms are running your life? IBD can be incredibly challenging, with many factors playing into the underlying causes of disease as well as its symptoms. In this post, we are diving into signs and symptoms of IBD, how diet
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TOTALLY STRESSED OUT? FEELING RUN DOWN? IT MIGHT BE BURNOUT. Feeling super tired and stressed out lately? You are not alone! There are a ton of factors that influence your energy levels. All of these things can create a recipe for burnout, which is also referred to as “adrenal fatigue”. This is something that I get asked about a lot
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