Meal Planning Made Easy

You’re busy and the thought of having to plan out meals may feel like just one more chore to add to your already long list of things to do.  I know!  What I found, though, is that taking time to plan for meals each week – and writing out a grocery list – means that…

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The Functional Medicine Approach

I utilize a functional medicine approach working with my clients one on one, along with functional testing we get to the root of any health problem and address the underlying issues to restore balance within the body for optimal function.

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Can Artificial Sweeteners lead to Weight Gain?

Can Artificial Sweeteners lead to Weight Gain? Do you use artificial sweeteners such as saccharine, aspartame, or sucralose? Thinking they are a healthier option than sucrose. I have never been a big fan of artificial sweeteners or non-caloric sweeteners (NCS) as they are termed. I personally don’t like the taste and I have always questioned…

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Protein Energy Balls

Looking for a healthy snack that is sweet and healthy? Look no further. I am here to share my sweet Protein Energy Balls.

Who doesn’t love the combo of peanut butter and chocolate? These remind me of cookie dough, but with the added punch of protein to keep your energy up, blood sugar stable, and your hunger at bay!

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Lemony Kale Salad

Not a fan of kale? Well let me introduce you to my famous Lemony Kale Salad. You will love all the flavor this recipe has to offer. Roasted walnuts, with lemon olive oil dressing and the nutty bite of parmesan cheese. Kale is a super food and is a great addition to a healthy diet.…

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A Healthy Gut = Greater Immunity

With COVID-19 we are even more concerned about maintaining our immunity and staying healthy. We all know how important Vitamin C, Zinc, and other powerful antioxidants such as Selenium and Glutathione are for strengthening our immune system. But did you know that our best line of defense is our diet and a healthy gut?! Yup,…

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Nutritional Support in Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in US women, aside from skin cancers. The current average risk of a woman in the United States developing breast cancer at some point in her life is about 13%. This means there is a 1 in 8 chance she will develop breast cancer. This isn’t to scare…

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The Mediterranean Diet can Reduce the Risk of Chronic Disease

Diet can contribute to the incidence and course of disease especially in cardiovascular disease, diabetes, neurological conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease and even certain cancers.1(pg 488) There is substantial research that a Mediterranean diet can reduce cardiovascular risk along with a healthy lifestyle with physical activity.1(pg 488) Sample Mediterranean Diet Plan Breakfast Option 1: Mediterranean…

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Natural Diet and Lifestyle Recommendations to Lower Cholesterol

Contributing factors to dyslipidemia or elevated cholesterol serum levels1 Genetics(Lp(a)) Medications (anticonvulsants, antipsychotics, estrogen, corticosteroids, diuretics)2 Diabetes Lifestyle factors including diet, obesity, smoking, lack of physical activity Additional Testing1,3 Triglycerides HDL Lp(a) – genetic LDL particle size (either Apo B – small, dense; Apo A – large, fluffy) – there is evidence that the smaller,…

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