What are the benefits of taking a 3X4 genetics test? Well, knowing your genetics from a whole body standpoint will leave you with so much knowledge on how to support your genes from turning off/on when they need to. This can lead to or prevent disease, help you gain or loose weight even! With having this knowledge can help you have a great quality of life, learn a lot more details within the blog. Let’s get you healthier!

The holiday season rolls in with a wave of cheer, twinkling lights, and the promise of shared feasts that bring family and friends to the table. It's a time for tradition, celebration, and creating cherished memories. However, with this festive spirit also comes a duo of common challenges many of us face: time constraints and the tendency to overeat.

Between shopping, decorating, and social engagements, time becomes a precious commodity, and preparing holiday meals can transform from a joyous occasion into a stress-inducing task. Also, the abundance of rich foods and the atmosphere of indulgence can lead to overeating, making it difficult to listen to our body's cues and maintain the balance we strive for in our health and wellness.

Yet, the holidays shouldn't have to be a choice between savoring the moment and staying true to our wellness goals. With a sprinkle of strategy and a dash of planning, it's entirely possible to revel in the joys of the season while keeping our health in check.

In this blog post, we will guide you through time-saving hacks for efficient holiday meal prep and mindful techniques to enjoy the festive feasting without overindulgence. Let's unwrap these holiday hacks to ensure a season that's both merry and light.

Do you ever feel excessive fatigue, restlessness, tension, guilt, or worry? Do you find your moods, sleeping pattern, and appetite have changed? Is it possible that you could use a mental health boost, that involves a nutrition and lifestyle approach?

It’s true. What you eat and drink can impact how you feel—both physically and mentally. More and more research shows that a balanced, nutritious diet helps to reduce your risk of experiencing mental health issues like depression and anxiety.

But, there’s more . . .

New studies take that knowledge further. We are now learning that even after feeling those depressive and anxious symptoms, improving the quality of the foods and drinks you consume can help to reduce those symptoms so that you can feel better.

Not all of those recommendations are simply “general” healthy eating principles (but those are really important too!). Sometimes it’s not just what you eat and drink that matter, but how you eat and drink. There is also new evidence that certain types of supplements can help due to their influence on the gut-brain connection. And there are even a few specific things you can consume more—or less—of for depression that are different from anxiety. Beyond nutrition there are several lifestyle hacks you can also try that can help.

Harvard Health calls it a “medical mystery” and “mysterious ailment.” It’s been linked to everything from gut troubles, autoimmune diseases, and even mental health concerns.

I’m talking about “leaky gut” or “intestinal permeability”—have you heard of it?

Many doctors and the established medical community may not recognize it, but there is growing research to suggest it is associated with many health conditions.

What exactly is “leaky gut?” Do you have it? How does it happen? What can you do about it?

Read the blog post to learn more!

Is sucralose aka “ splenda: good for you? What are its long term side effects to gut health. Learn more about it by reading the blog.

Learn the truth about blood sugar, and how you can begin making good decisions sooner rather than later.

Come take a peek on the why behind macronutrients and why each one deserves a spot on your plate. This is the basics of a healthy lifestyle and I hope you take away some knowledge from this blog post. If you have questions, give me a call!

How can foods (even healthy foods) cause inflammation? Everyone’s body is different, one person may be able to tolerate apples where someone may breakout in hives or an apple create eczema. Another person may experience headache or stomach pain/bloating from certain foods, or joint pain. Come a take a quick lesson how food sensitivities can create inflammation, how you can help reduce inflammation and how it may impact gut health.

Haven’t you heard of eat the rainbow? I am sure you have. In this blog we will discuss how certain phytonutrients impact our gut microbiome! Be sure to check out the previous blog “What are phytonutrients,” so you have a better understanding of these power house foods are. Happy Reading!

Learn about the benefits of eating the rainbow. How much phytonutrients do you need in your diet daily? Which branch of phytonutrients are cancer preventing, skin healing, anti-inflammatory, and overall how they help prevent chronic health conditions like high blood pressure, stroke, and neurodegenerative ailments.

How can gut health impact nutrient absorption, in turn affecting the gut-brain axis! Enjoy the read!

For a more in-depth educational session, the pregnancy self study is just what you need to help prevent the unexpected mental health complications that can arise in pregnancy. See the Pregnancy nutrition tag on my page. A big surprise guest, Leslie Herhold will provide more tips on maternal mental health.

Why is seeing a Dietitian when you are pregnant is important? Learn more by read the blog post below

Learn more about preventing iron deficiency in pregnancy.

Learn about the benefits of healthy fats (Omega 3) and Cons of (Omega 6’s). How much is needed daily and serving sizes.

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