Inflammation can negatively affect you in many ways: it feeds chronic disease, it is a suspected trigger of depression, it can … [Read more...]
Blog Post Archive
Below you can find all the posts on the Butter Nutrition blog. But, if you're looking for something more specific, you can choose a category below to better filter your results:
High Protein Gluten Free Pancakes
These fluffy, nutrient dense, protein-packed, and gluten free pancakes have been a regular go-to meal for me lately. You see, I haven't had a ton … [Read more...]
Protein Packed Gluten Free Waffles
My love for Belgian waffles probably has something to do with the crispy edges and deep pockets that make the perfect crevices for … [Read more...]
10 Insanely Healthy Items You MUST Have in Your Refrigerator
There are a few foods that I just can't live without. These special foods have medicinal qualities and they can be extremely handy in your … [Read more...]
Gluten Free Scones with Blueberries
Scones have long been a comfort food for me. I suspect that's due to their flaky texture and high butter content. While I typically avoid gluten … [Read more...]
How To Reverse Magnesium Deficiency...
Magnesium deficiency is all too common. It likely also affects you, because it's estimated that 68 to 80 percent of Americans are magnesium … [Read more...]
Why Thyroid Problems are Skyrocketing Since Your Grandparent's Day
Did your grandparents have thyroid problems such as hypothyroidism? Mine sure didn't, which is a stark comparison to the millions of Americans … [Read more...]
16 Signs of Potassium Deficiency
Got potassium? The following signs of potassium deficiency (hypokalemia) are clues that you're just not getting enough: Acne Numbness and/or … [Read more...]
Why even "healthy" foods can leave you feeling so miserable!
Contrary to popular belief, you aren't what you eat... Wait, what?? If you eat a so-called perfect dietary trifecta of kale, nuts and quinoa with … [Read more...]
12 Signs You're Improving Your Nutrition and Health (even if you feel like you're failing)
When you start making changes to improve your health and nutrition, it can feel impossible to measure your success or figure … [Read more...]
Mint Chocolate Chip Coconut Milk Ice Cream
Coconut milk is my favorite dairy replacement, especially for those who can't have dairy due to either lactose intolerance or a casein allergy. … [Read more...]
Healthy Yellow Coconut Curry
Do you love a good coconut curry? I sure do, because curries are fairly simple and quick, and yet extremely flavorful. They also make great … [Read more...]
Gluten Free Muffins with Raspberries
I love a good muffin, but 'gluten-free' and 'delicious muffin' is a bit of an oxymoron in my book. I loathe gluten free baked goods loaded with xanthan … [Read more...]
Arborio Rice Pudding with Coconut Milk
I don't believe high calorie food should be feared; instead, it should be embraced so long as it's nutrient dense. This super simple rice … [Read more...]
10 Insanely Clever Items Every Woman MUST Have In Her Bathroom! (you'll wish you discovered #2 & #5 YEARS ago...)
There are some things a woman MUST have in her bathroom if she wants to make life just a little bit easier. Here is my list of the top 10 … [Read more...]
How To Use Protein To Lose Weight (you'll WISH you started yesterday!)
It's pretty easy to let your protein intake fall if you're not careful. A slip-up that can impact your waistline (and health) without the proper course … [Read more...]
2 Stupid Easy Ways to Increase Your Digestion INSTANTLY (almost everyone messes up #1!)
Do you consider yourself to have good digestion? Without it, it's impossible to make any real progress with your nutrition and overall health. … [Read more...]
10 Things healthy people do differently (hint: it's NOT eating salad)!
What do healthy people have in common? My guess would be the following 10 things! How many of them apply to you? 1) They are "immune" to health … [Read more...]
FREE DOWNLOAD: Non-GMO Shopping Guide
GMOs are everywhere, and it takes some real planning to avoid them. The most common GMO crops you need to look out for are: Soy Corn Cotton … [Read more...]
Dental Truths and Myths: Can you REALLY heal cavities? And more!
I really hate going to the dentist, even if it's just for a cleaning. I hate it so much, in fact, that I put a reminder on my calendar a few days before … [Read more...]
3 Steps to Reverse a Slow Metabolism Naturally! (#1 is an eye opener!)
When your body decides to slow your metabolism it's all about one thing: survival! It’s not about your body trying to conspire against you and ruin … [Read more...]
Duped by Vitamin D? What low levels can REALLY reveal...
In recent years, supplementing vitamin D3 has been touted as somewhat of a cure-all, but is that really the case? According to the New York Times, … [Read more...]
What I wish your doctor told you about hormone imbalance
When I talk to ladies from around the world and hear their stories about the hormone imbalance issues they're facing, I'm always surprised to … [Read more...]
Super Easy Gluten Free Pizza Crust with Rice Flour
A clean, delicious, and also gluten free pizza crust recipe is extremely hard to find these days. Most recipes contain added gums, such as guar or … [Read more...]
8 Signs your body is sacrificing long-term health for short-term survival
Is your body running on empty? Consider these signs as a wake up call that your body is trying to tell you something... 1) Slowed pulse and low … [Read more...]
5 Reasons Cancer Rates have Skyrocketed since Your Grandparent's Day that you CAN'T Ignore
Why have cancer rates skyrocketed in the last 100 years? Statistics point to a clear answer: most of us are living longer. However, cancer is not only … [Read more...]
Spiced Red Sangria Recipe
Have I ever mentioned how much I love fresh juice, especially in my red sangria? And with this simple Spiced Red Sangria recipe, I can't think of a … [Read more...]
The REAL CAUSE of Adrenal Fatigue — it's not what you think!
Everyone experiences some form of stress regularly, but it can often become a much more serious problem for your body. A stress that is chronic or … [Read more...]
Chocolate Lava Cake (gluten free)
Sometimes you just need a quick chocolate dessert [like this chocolate lava cake] that is as easy as it is delicious! Oh yeah, did I mention … [Read more...]
The Paleo Diet Review
Although I don't consider Butter Nutrition a Paleo blog, there is a very large overlap in my nutrition philosophy and the popular diet. Please note this … [Read more...]
8 Reasons to have essential oils in your bathroom (#3 is beyond genius!)
The bathroom is one of my favorite places to use essential oils. Here are the top ways I use them in my bathroom to replace toxic products! 1) Relaxing … [Read more...]
How to Make Homemade Mouthwash: A 3 Ingredient Recipe
Mouthwash is something that almost everyone has in their home, but do you know what's actually IN that product you are swishing around in your mouth? … [Read more...]
6 Reasons your Great Grandparents Didn't NEED to diet (#6 will hit home!)
Did your great grandparents struggle with dieting and the inability to lose weight? Mine sure didn't. A stark comparison to the millions struggling with … [Read more...]
The Best Crispy Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
This gluten free chocolate chip cookie recipe is the end to all of the bad gluten free recipes I've tried over the years! And there have been a lot of … [Read more...]
Can't sleep? 5 Natural Sleep Aids: You'll LOVE #1!
Trouble falling or staying asleep? You are not alone. While sleep issues can stem from a variety of issues, the most common ones I see in my … [Read more...]
11 Signs of Estrogen Dominance
Estrogen dominance can be a female's worst nightmare. Do you have symptoms of estrogen dominance? Such as... Weight gain Hair loss Edema … [Read more...]
The Nutrient Deficiency that can cause Hypothyroidism and Weight Gain
When it comes to thyroid health and specifically hypothyroid symptoms, there are so many things you can do nutritionally. My primary job as a … [Read more...]
Why You Shouldn't Drink Coffee First Thing In The Morning!
Is coffee healthy for you? Depending on the day, caffeine's most popular source, coffee, gets either praised or punished. With so many differing … [Read more...]
8 Scenarios That Prove Western Medicine Is A Little CRAZY
Like many of you, I grew up in the world of Western medicine and I rarely thought outside the box when it came to health. However, the older I got, … [Read more...]
The ULTIMATE Real Food Protein Shake
In the health and fitness world, protein powders and protein shakes are everywhere making big promises to help you achieve your "ideal" physique. But … [Read more...]