Including a wide variety of cooked vegetables and raw vegetables in your diet is vital for promoting optimal health. Vegetables provide you with essential nutrients including potassium, fiber, and folate (folic acid). They’re a great source of vitamins A, C,…
I recommend virtually EVERYONE take a high-quality multivitamin. It’s absolutely critical to get the full spectrum of nutrients that your body requires. To ensure that you get everything you need for optimal health, I have specially formulated my own complete…
“Which supplements should I take?” was one of the most common questions asked by my patients with autoimmunity. And since autoimmune diseases are becoming more common all around the globe, it’s an issue of concern everywhere. Today I’ll cover the…
You’re probably aware of the ketogenic, or “keto” diet. Maybe you’ve heard it has something to do with fats and your liver. Hint: Your liver will need to be in tip-top shape for a keto diet, so grab your liver…
Have you noticed a little extra cushioning on your bottom, belly, and hips and increased difficulty losing those stubborn extra pounds? You are not alone. This is a common problem that women face as they are entering perimenopause and menopause….
Are chicken eggs good or bad? Are they healthy? You may have heard recently that they aren’t very good for you after all. That’s in the wake of a study that was published in The Journal of the American Medical…
Everyone gets the blues or feels anxious sometimes. These are very reasonable reactions to the ups and downs of our lives. However, if you are living with mood imbalances as your near-constant companion, you’ll want to take action. These imbalances…
Balanced hormones and TV. How do these topics go together? Stay with me! I don’t often watch TV. However, I was recently stuck in an airport, and my attention was drawn to a televised dance competition. For a few minutes…
Your life and your health can change dramatically when you get enough quality sleep. In fact, the benefits of optimal sleep are so far-reaching that you’ll be amazed by how much restful, restorative sleep can change your world. If you’re…
The nearly 50 hormones produced in your body impact just about every facet of your existence. Growth, metabolism, mood, temperature, heart rate, sleep, sexuality—all are governed by these chemical messengers. While all of your hormones are important, there are some…
Although none of us wants to admit it, gas is something we all deal with on a daily basis! It’s a completely normal process that occurs when we digest our food. Still, this doesn’t change the fact that passing gas…
Your skin. It’s your largest organ, your first defense against germs and bacteria, and the most visible part of your body. Even though it’s the “wrapper” that completely surrounds you, most of us hardly notice it when our skin is…
I’ve got some good news for the estimated 36 million people in the U.S. who experience migraines. After working with patients for the last decade and seeing many with migraines, I have identified five common triggers and three easy, natural…
Inflammation is the root cause of a very long list of chronic diseases and conditions. It plays a key role in Alzheimer’s disease, cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, arthritis, diabetes, obesity, depression, and fatigue.,, It’s involved in nearly every modern chronic…
Beautiful, glowing skin is a huge confidence booster. However, the opposite is also true. Skin that is flaky and dry, or peppered with unsightly blemishes can make even the idea of leaving the house seem overwhelming. We have all experienced…
Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is an increasingly common gut condition. I get questions about it all the time! SIBO occurs when the bacteria in your gut get out of balance and overgrow. This can cause a whole range of…
It’s no secret that our modern environment, while filled with many wonderful conveniences and other advances, is not as healthy as it once was. Our air and water are not as clean, we’re surrounded by toxins in everything from the…
For those of you who struggle with SIBO, IBS, and other gastrointestinal disorders, I have some very good news! Recent research into a natural approach to relief shows that about three out of four people with IBS had their symptoms…
If you thought that after switching to an AIP protocol your waffle-making days were history, then I’ve got good news for you. Grain-free tigernut flour means you can once again have crisp, homemade waffles. The batter needs to be mixed…
Yes, you read that correctly a pizza recipe that is 100% AIP approved! (And NO dry and crumbly or wet and soggy crust!) Because let’s face it, every once in a while you just need a pizza night – either…
