Chronically High Insulin
Chronically high insulin levels damage the brain, heart, kidneys, and every organ and blood vessel. I HIGHLY encourage you to ask for your insulin levels checked at your next annual doctor visit. Your Dr typically will only look at your fasting glucose and/or A1C. This only gives a brief indication of what may be going […]
Late Night Snacking
Eating late in the evening has become a habit and a behavior, whether from boredom, anxiety, sadness, etc. To change this pattern, a few things need to happen: 1. Make sure you are eating plenty of calories during the day. Eat a solid breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Focusing on getting 30g of protein and 5-10g […]
How To Save Calories In Your PSL
Most of us are hard-wired at the first leaf dropping from the tree to grab our cozy sweaters, fuzzy warm boots, and a warm pumpkin-spiced drink! Did you know…… In 1675, the first recipe to call for the mix of pepper, cloves, nutmeg, and cinnamon known today as pumpkin spice was used. The four spices […]
How and Why to Increase Progesterone
In order to increase the production of progesterone, you need to ovulate (hormonal birth control stops this) Why would you want to increase progesterone you might ask? Even if you are not planning to get pregnant, ovulating is vital for a woman’s health. Progesterone elevates mood, regulates blood pressure, improves sleep, eases anxiety, promotes memory, […]
Energize Your Body: Improving Liver Health for Vitality
Next to your skin, your liver is your body’s largest organ. And that’s no surprise because it has some BIG jobs! It performs over 500 functions to help keep your body healthy. Your liver health matters way more than you think. How the liver helps your body: Your liver works hard for you every day, […]
Eat Takeout Often? This could lead to 20 unwanted pounds!Â
There isn’t just one reason why obesity and weight gain are such big problems in the U.S. Like anything else, this is a complicated issue, and many factors have gotten us to the metabolic decline we are in today. The incentives in place across our agricultural, food, and healthcare systems are all upside down and […]
How to Look and Feel Your Best on Spring Break
Spring break is just around the corner, and whether you’re planning a beach vacation or a relaxing staycation, looking and feeling your best is a priority. You know the importance of taking care of yourself both inside and out. This blog post will share practical tips to help you shine this spring break. Nutritious Eating […]
My Top 3 Gifts For ChristmasÂ
Simple A weighted, cooling blanket! I can not say enough for the comfort and sensory decompression a weighted blanket can provide. This is a great way to help improve the quality and quantity of sleep at night, which is crucial for health and well-being. Add in the cooling factor and sensation, on top of the compression […]
Healthy Eating Strategies During The Holidays: Keeping Your Energy Up And Enjoying Your Life
The holidays are just around the corner, which means delicious food will be abundant for many of us. There’s nothing wrong with enjoying some holiday treats, but balance is key. When you overdo it, you’re less likely to feel up to your normal energy levels, which can lead to you feeling fatigued, frustrated, and stagnant. […]
Healthy Lunches For Littles: How To Amp Up Your Child’s Back-To-School NutritionÂ
When packing your kid’s lunch, it can feel like you’re stuck in a sea of fruit snacks, Dunkaroos, and other options that don’t exactly give your child the energy they need to thrive during their afternoon in the classroom. Here, we’ll take a look at some easy tips that you can use to create lunches […]