Nutrition science has been known to fall flat on its face when it comes to giving us dietary advice. However, the nutrition wisdom of those who’ve come before us is how we exist today. Apart from highly processed foods, what other common foods (even “health” foods) are really screwing us up when compared to the…
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9 Reasons 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 suffering from thyroid problems today. So why didn’t your grandparents have as many thyroid issues [specifically hypothyroidism] as we do today? In my opinion, it’s really quite obvious… 1. They ate the “whole animal” that…
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 correction. “A few years ago, most of the nutritional problems that I saw were caused by physicians, by refined convenience foods, and by poverty. Recently, most of the problems…
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 your life. It’s your body making a wise decision to sacrifice long-term health for short-term survival because it’s being told to do so (usually through food/nutrient scarcity). The slowing of the…
Estrogen dominance: the hormonal imbalance that causes edema, weight gain, infertility, low thyroid, varicose veins and more!
Do you have symptoms of estrogen dominance? Such as… –Weight gain -Edema -Infertility –Varicose veins -Mood swings and depression around cycle time -Breast tenderness -Variations or skipped cycles -Vaginal dryness or itchiness -Excessive or scanty blood flow during periods -Cyclic insomnia, night sweats and fatigue -Breast cancer, benign breast disease, and pre-cancerous conditions I think…
Think there’s NOTHING you can do about varicose veins? Think again!
There is a stigma going around that there is “nothing” you can do for varicose veins. If your mom had them, then they’re engraved in your DNA and you’re essentially “stuck”. But I’m not buying it. I mean– our bodies can CREATE and grow babies, but they can’t repair vein valves—really? In order to understand…
Why your grandparents didn’t have food allergies…but you do
Did your grandparents have food allergies? Mine sure didn’t. A stark comparison to the growing epidemic of food allergies, worsening with every generation. So why didn’t your grandparents have food allergies? It’s really quite simple… 1) They ate seasonal real food. Food came from farms and small markets in the early 1900’s, and because food…
Low thyroid: How to thyroid proof your diet
{Disclaimer: I am not a doctor.} The low thyroid epidemic (aka low nutrient diet epidemic) Thyroid problems are a growing mega-trend in America RIGHT NOW. You may have heard that your thyroid controls metabolism and works as the body’s thermostat, but what is it? It is the thyroid gland, lying in front of the throat…
What you don’t know about gelatin may hurt you: 6 things you need to know!
Gelatin is all the rage right now– and for GOOD reason, but there are some not-so-widely known facts that I would like to share with you. If you’ve ever overdosed on gummy bears or sweet and sour protein bites, you MAY already know what I’m about to talk about! 1) Eating too much gelatin or using the…
10 Steps to Kissing PMS & Hormonal Imbalance Goodbye for GOOD
Do you have symptoms of PMS or hormonal imbalance mid-cycle (ovulation) and/or the week before your period? An unbalanced ratio of lower progesterone in relation to estrogen can cause PMS issues such as insomnia, bloating, moodiness, constipation, weight gain around the hips, thighs, and MUCH more! If any of these describe you: -Mood swings and…
7 Things NOT To Do When You’re Trying To Lose Weight (#2 fools everyone!)
Today I’m continuing my weight loss series. If you missed the first two posts, you can find them here and here. Weight Loss Mistake #1: You’re looking for a quick fix and want to “trick” your body into losing weight 99% of diets are set up to play a little TRICK on your body and manipulate…
4 Reasons You’re Not Losing Weight
Have you changed your diet but you are still not losing weight? Today I’m sharing the most common reasons I find that my clients are still not losing weight, even after adopting a real food diet. Reason #1 Why you are not losing weight: Your body is operating from an energy deficit. When there is…
As a nutritional therapist, my passion is education. My goal is to help guide you to improve your nutrition through strategic eating (not dieting) and without expensive supplements! Because when you know better, you can feel better! 
