Low histamine eating The concept of histamine intolerance is spreading fast as health practitioners, and people are starting to tie their health problems back to histamines. The solution to histamine intolerance? One of the first steps to take is to eliminate/limit high histamine foods. You may be familiar with the list of high histamine foods (spinach, strawberries, cheese, etc.) to
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The pros and cons of coffee Most of us LOVE coffee, and for a good reason – it gives us energy, and many of us cannot imagine starting the day without it! While others may have more of a love-hate relationship with coffee, loving the boost of energy but dreading its side effects. For many of us, the nuances of
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Protein 101 Protein is a HOT topic and for a good reason – it is vital for our body’s health and wellbeing. Today we are diving into all things protein concerning the roles of protein in your body, signs and symptoms your body is not getting enough protein, high-quality sources of protein, and why vegetarians and vegan should pay extra
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What you need to know about Candida Hello Candida! This has become a booming health topic and condition that tons of people are struggling with. In this post, we are covering what Candida is, symptoms of Candida overgrowth, foods to eat and foods to avoid, as well as other approaches to treating Candida overgrowth. What is Candida? Candida is a
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Low-Histamine Recipe Round-Up Eating low-histamine can get old (and tiring!) pretty fast. Luckily, eating low-histamine is only temporary (for most) and part of the healing process. In working with clients who are low-histamine and eating low-histamine myself, I have developed and found a bunch of recipes that not only taste good, but will leave you feeling so much better. What’s
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What you need to know about bloating I think it’s safe to say that bloating is something we have all experienced, some of us too frequently. While bloating is common and a part of normal physiology, persistent bloating is not. In today’s post, we’re talking about common causes of bloating, how we dig deeper to find the root cause of
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All about the women’s cycle Women’s health, balanced hormones, healthy menstrual cycle – let’s talk about it! While many of us are familiar with the ovulatory and menstrual cycle, our bodies actually go through four distinct phases every month. In this post, we will be talking about hormones, the menstrual cycle’s phases, and what to eat during each phase. Cycle
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A guide to eating in season this Spring As the seasons change, so does our food supply! In today’s post, we’ll be talking about what eating seasonally means, why you should consider eating seasonally, and what fruits and veggies are in season this Spring. Eating in season Eating seasonally means eating foods that are naturally grown and harvested during a
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Let’s talk Hashimoto’s! Hashimoto’s thyroiditis – have you heard of it or recently been diagnosed? It’s being talked about WAY more than it ever has before and mainly because so many more people are being diagnosed with it. Autoimmune conditions have been growing at such a rapid pace with Hashimoto’s being one of them! In today’s post, we’re diving into
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Have you tried chimichurri?? If not, you NEED to! This easy sauce is great for you, and REALLY easy to make. We love herbs because they’re super helpful for the help of our livers, kidneys and more. This easy sauce can be made your own and you can add your own favorite herbs additional to these, so feel free to
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All about Acid Reflux Do you suffer from heartburn or burping after you eat? Has your doctor told you to go on an antacid, or are you currently taking one? Today we’re talking about acid reflux. We will cover what it is, signs and symptoms, causes, antacids, and lifestyle and food changes to combat reflux. What is acid reflux? Acid
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What to eat if you’re trying to conceive If you are trying to conceive (TTC), it is easy to feel overwhelmed by the abundance of information out there. This is a dense topic (and an important one!) with tons of different factors to consider. Today, we will try and simplify things by focusing on foods, nutrients, and supplements when TTC.
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Protein may be the BUZZIEST word in the health and fitness industry… …And with good reason! Protein is key for our hair, skin, nails, immune system, healthy mucosal cells that line the digestive tract… and pretty much every other cell in our body. Protein is so key because it’s the backbone, the building block, to cell growth and repair- for
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What you need to know about lectins Lectins – a topic I get asked about all of the time! Lectins have gained a ton of popularity over the last few years and it can be a lot to digest and understand. Should we be avoiding lectins, or are they fine for our health? We’re breaking it all down! What are
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Should I be eating raw or cooked foods? You may be hearing mixed messages… eat raw and transform your health OR eat all cooked foods and improve your digestion. So which one is it? Today we are going to discuss the benefits and drawbacks of eating both raw and cooked foods so you can make an informed decision on which
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Let’s take a look into some natural ways to relieve constipation! Constipation is a common digestive problem that can leave you feeling uncomfortable, bloated, and stressed over the need to “go”. Here are 9 natural ways to help ease constipation. 1. Drink More Water Dehydration is one of the most common causes of constipation. Water helps everything in the body
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Did you know that the type of oil you cook with matters? Turns out, the type of oil you should be using when you cook depends on how you are preparing your food. It all comes down to something called smoke-point. Smoke-point is the temperature at which an oil starts to burn and smoke. What does this mean? At a
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Let’s talk about BLOATING Bloating is common, but NOT normal. Bloating is a common symptom that many people experience when increasing their vegetable or fiber intake. Bloating can be associated with conditions such as IBS or even just from eating or drinking too fast. Not only can it be uncomfortable and accompanied by gas, heartburn and constipation, but the overall
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