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Apr 5, 2023 | Posted by in Uncategorized | 0

Fill your plate with fresh, in-season fruits and vegetables Spring is a great time to incorporate more vitamins and minerals with fresh veggies and fruits. If possible, look for organic and/or go to a local farmer’s market. It can be more expensive, but you do get many more antioxidant/anti-inflammatory phytonutrients for your buck. Be mindful of opportunities to overindulge Warmer weather often means more outdoor gatherings like picnics and BBQ’s. I suggest you arm yourself with a few ‘go to’ recipes. Check my website for super healthy and delicious recipes, like salads, devilled eggs, burgers and more… Also be mindful…Read more …

Long Haul Covid? – Support Mitochondrial Function

Aug 25, 2022 | Posted by in Blogs, Uncategorized | 0

I know what it’s like to drag myself through every day… To never feel rested no matter how much I slept, to feel achy for no apparent reason and the mood swings and brain fog!?!?!?!No, I’m not describing long Covid – this is how I felt for years when I had chronic fatigue.The GOOD NEWS is… I was able to completely reverse my symptoms.The similarities between Chronic Fatigue and Covid Long Haul are most definitely worth noting… ​​An underlying factor with both >>> Mitochondria function The link between immune cell function and mitochondrial function is well-recognized, in a field known…Read more …

Improve Memory with Autophagy

Jul 5, 2021 | Posted by in Uncategorized | 0

Autophagy is a very important ‘quality control mechanism’ for cleaning up and protecting the cell from injury and disease. Studies indicate that enhanced autophagic activity has been reported to promote beta amyloid plaque (Aß) clearance in both animal and human studies.   A recent study showed that autophagy improves cognition by enhancing memory formation and reverses memory decline during aging.   The following is a list of strategies to increase autophagy and support neurological function:   Intermittent fasting – eat within the 6 – 8 hour window.  (i.e. from 1 pm to 7 pm)   Sauna therapy up-regulates heat shock proteins.…Read more …

Five Ways Your Gut Can Impact Mental Health

Jan 21, 2021 | Posted by in Uncategorized | 0

In my last blog “Leaky Gut – What’s Happening?”, (Click HERE to Read) – we discussed how a myriad of health conditions are related to the health of your gut lining, but you still might be wondering how a Leaky Gut can lead to mental health concerns?   Quick reminder:  An imbalanced microbiota, thinning of the mucus lining and damaged microvilli can lead to undigested particles of food and possible pathogens leaking into the bloodstream where the body will launch a pro-inflammatory attack.    Although this is a relatively new field of study and a complicated one at that –…Read more …

Food Sensitivities – What’s going on?

Jan 21, 2021 | Posted by in Blogs, Uncategorized | 0

Do you have a food sensitivity?  Do you know someone who does?  Does it seem like food sensitivities have been on the rise over the past several years? What the heck is going on?     To be clear, a food sensitivity and a food allergy are two different things, if you’re not clear here’s an article from Harvard Medical School, click HERE.   Why are so many people sensitive to foods such as dairy or gluten (wheat)?  These foods have been consumed for generations by people from practically every corner of the world, and suddenly processed food manufacturers are…Read more …

Supplements For Pediatric Health

Aug 13, 2019 | Posted by in Uncategorized | 0

As you know, I believe that a balanced, healthy diet and lifestyle can help your child to grow and thrive. While most nutrients should be obtained from whole, nutrient-dense foods, dietary supplements may be used when needs can’t be met through the diet or in cases of nutrient deficiencies. Below are some of the top-recommended supplements for children. In addition to these, consider giving your child a multivitamin and mineral supplement providing a broad-spectrum of nutrients to support general health. Supplements also come in a variety of forms, some of which children typically prefer, including powder, chewable tablets, gummies, or…Read more …