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Exploring the Impact of Micronutrients on Well-Being
Micronutrients, or the vitamins and minerals your body needs, typically work like a team. To illustrate this point, let’s look at some collaborative examples you see in everyday life. Have you ever been part of a group or community where everyone works together while carrying out their specific roles? Maybe you have been on an…
Read MoreCan Probiotics Help to Improve Gut Health?
If you want to improve gut health, or even optimize your overall health, you’ve probably seen a thing or two about probiotics. An estimated 25% of people worldwide had used a probiotic supplement in 2021, according to one survey.¹ Probiotics are another hot topic in the health and wellness space, and for good reason. When probiotics…
Read MoreWhat is SIBO? Your Simple Guide to Understanding and Treating Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
Have you ever found yourself grappling with the discomfort of abdominal distension, bloating, or cramping, seemingly unaffected by the type of food you consume? If so, you might resonate with the notion of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO), a prevalent gut disorder that can significantly impact your well-being. It is estimated 500 million undiagnosed cases…
Read MoreA Functional Medicine Approach to Conquering Acne
I get many clients whose main source of concern is their acne. These individuals feel they have tried every treatment imaginable, coming to me extremely frustrated that their acne continues to reappear. What are the most common underlying causes of acne? Inflammation and Oxidative Stress: Sugar raises insulin levels which promote the production of…
Read MoreUnraveling the Health Puzzle: Embracing Functional Medicine’s Holistic Pathway
“Everything looks fine! You have nothing to worry about – you’re in perfectly good health.” Ever heard that before/after scheduling a visit to the doctor because something felt off? Maybe it was hormonal and you felt moody, bloated, gassy, your cycle was irregular, your mood was low. Or, maybe it was your digestion – you…
Read MoreUnlocking the Gut-Skin Connection: A Holistic Approach to Functional Skin Disorders
Have you ever felt uncomfortable in your own skin? You may think to yourself, “If only this rash or acne will go away, THEN I will feel confident.” Maybe you have tried various topical creams, been prescribed antibiotics, or purchased the “next best thing” to help cure those blemishes. (Let’s be honest … we have…
Read MoreThe Hidden Causes: A Functional Medicine Approach To Restoring Balance And Vitality
“Everything looks fine! You have nothing to worry about – you’re in perfectly good health.” Ever heard that before after scheduling a visit to the doctor because something felt off? Maybe it was hormonal and you felt moody, bloated, and gassy, your cycle was irregular, and your mood was low. Or, maybe it was your…
Read MoreUnveiling The Mind-Body Connection: Exploring Functional Medicine Approaches To Mood Disorders
If you’re reading this right now, odds are you know someone who has been diagnosed with or silently suffers from a mood disorder. In fact, you may have personally encountered a mental health condition of your own. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it was estimated 1 in 8 people globally had a mental…
Read MoreCommon Weight Loss Mistakes
Have you tried everything you can think of and still aren’t able to lose those pesky pounds? Or, you’ve lost weight successfully in the past, but just can’t seem to keep it off in the long term? Having helped hundreds of clients reach their body composition goals over the years, I’ve truly seen it all…
Read MoreHow Your Circadian Rhythm Affects Your Health
Ever feel like you are on a never-ending hamster wheel? From the moment you hit “snooze” on your alarm, it is time to hit the ground running! You wake up before dawn, work throughout the day while taking minimal breaks, and stay up way past your optimal bedtime. Maybe you find yourself having difficulty…
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