I am known in my circle of friends as wellness queen - I am a triple board certified functional medicine dietitian who eats well, loves to exercise and move my body and participates in all things health.
So upon receiving my breast cancer diagnosis at age 31 years old I was absolutely shocked.
In this blog post I share about navigating my own cancer diagnosis, along with integrative modalities I used to support myself through the first year of treatment.
Read MoreWith the prevalence of immunocompromising phenomena, including issues like long COVID, mold toxicity, and digestive conditions, we are seeing a correlated rise in histamine intolerance.
Read MoreDelve into an illustrative case study: Sarah, a 35-year-old who was facing endometriosis, sluggishness, joint pain, and bloating.
Read MoreBrands use beautiful packaging and label it with deceiving terms, like ‘all natural’, ‘low fat’, ‘gluten free’ and ‘gut healthy’. These claims all sound great! But oftentimes these are just a marketing ploy. Companies are trying to get you to buy their products, so of course they’re going to convince you that their products are healthy and superior.
Read MoreA Functional Medicine Guide to Treating Endometriosis Naturally
Read MoreCurious how to get the most out of your medical care? Your self-advocacy could make all the difference.
Read MorePerfectionism could be sabotaging your health and getting in the way of you living a healthy and happy life. 🤯
Read MoreUnderstand the different diets and nutrition strategies to help manage functional gut disorders like IBS, gut pain, bloating, constipation and diarrhea. Improve your digestion while also nourishing your microbiome and promoting longterm digestive health.
Read MoreSimple nutrition and nourishing practices to support your body during these strange and stressful times.
Read MoreIdentifying food sensitivities can be a game changer when it comes to health and wellness.
This article covers: what is a food sensitivity? What are the most common symptoms and conditions associated with a food sensitivity, and the differences between testing for food sensitivities.
Read MoreMost people wait until they’re sick to pay attention to their immune health, but it’s never too early to strengthen your immunity. Your ability to fight off infection starts with a healthy diet and optimal nutrition.
The wellness strategies mentioned below can help you fight off an infection in case you do get sick (with covid or any other virus!).
Read MoreThere’s nothing worse than coming back your vacation feeling more depleted than when you left. So if you often come back from vacation feeling like you need another one … what you really need is a wellness plan while you’re traveling.
Read MoreThis is the perfect summer salad for two. It’s light, refreshing and oh, so flavorful! The peach combined with the fresh herbs make it taste like summer in a bowl.
Read MoreWhether or not you have ‘officially’ been diagnosed with IBS, you know how disruptive digestive issues can be: they’re uncomfortable, painful and embarrassing and can significantly impact your day to day.
Read MorePeople who have tried the celery juice challenge are reporting some seriously miraculous results, although many health professionals are skeptical of the fad and find it frustrating.
While I will never argue that you shouldn’t be adding veggies to your diet - celery juice may not be the hype and cure-all that everyone is hoping for and claiming it to be. Read the article for the full breakdown.
Read MoreIt can be tempting to jump right into a detox or a juice cleanse because these might seem quick and easy ways to get healthier. But there’s no need to buy a fancy detox kit - there are ways we can use whole, functional foods to support your body’s natural detox pathways.
Read MoreI recently discovered this creamy asparagus soup and am in love. It not only features one of my favorite spring veggies, but its also great for this time of year because it can be served warm or chilled - perfect for when the weather can’t make up its mind!
Read MoreThere is so much noise about detox diets and nutrition cleanses - do they really work? Does our body even detoxify? Is it all a load of crap and one big marketing scheme?!
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