I don’t really need to start this post off by telling you all the benefits of eating more plant-based foods, do I? I’ll just make a few points, because I can’t help myself. Here are my top reasons to eat more veggies: They have fiber to keep your digestive system happy, which leads to better […]
Digestive Health Basics
Healthy digestive functioning is at the crux of total body wellness. It’s like the foundation to a house. You can’t build a solid structure (the rest of your body) without a solid foundation. That’s why prioritizing your gut health should be the first consideration when symptoms appear, or an illness is recognized. Below, you will […]
Do You Need a Multivitamin?
There are many differing opinions on whether multivitamins are a hoax/ needed, so I figured I’d share some thoughts on it. In short, I’m definitely in support of taking a high quality multivitamin. I will write a follow up post on what to look for in a quality multivitamin. Below are some factors that I […]
Amazing Health Benefits of Cruciferous Veggies
No matter what type of diet plan or advice you follow, there are likely a few common principles that you’ll notice. One of these principles is heavy reliance on veggies. Broccoli always seems to find its way to the top of the preferred foods list in most all plans, and for very good reason! Upon […]
When Being Bad Feels So Good- How to Improve Your Willpower
Why do we sometimes find it so difficult to follow practices that we’ve known to have benefited us in the past? Or, why is it that people frequently tell me they’ve chosen to eat a certain food, even though they routinely feel physically ill after they’ve consumed it? These questions really perplexed me, so I […]
Why Everyone Needs More Probiotics
Although I’m not a supplement pusher, I do believe that there are a select few supplements that everyone can gain benefit from. Probiotic supplements and foods are one of them, especially if you have been on antibiotics (even if it was a long time ago). You might wonder why we “need” supplements of any sort, considering our […]
Self-Care And Emotional Overeating
Self-care often gets overlooked and under prioritized, especially during this time of year. It’s now, more than ever that you will reap the benefits by taking small steps to give your mind and body what it needs to deal with the high level of stress that comes with the holidays. Make this year different. Instead […]
Are Nightshade Vegetables and Spices Bad For You?
I have gotten this question quite alot lately. Friends and patients ask “What’s this I hear about inflammation and tomatoes being bad? I shouldn’t even eat tomatoes? Is nothing safe to eat anymore!?” Hold up, I hear you. Here is the answer in short: The nightshades vegetables family includes sweet and hot peppers, all potatoes […]
Top 5 Natural Solutions for Belly Bloat
One of the most common complaints I get from patients is bloating. This symptom is most often caused by excess air (gas) in the digestive tract and can often times be easily resolved with proper supplementation, diet and lifestyle changes. This is where I always start, but if these tips don’t work for you, your […]
Should You Reconsider Your “Diet”?
Finding The Best Eating Plan For YOUR Body
There are alot of “diets” out there, but which one is really right for you? Well, there are educated guesses, BUT you have to mix that with your own experience of actually trying different approaches out. I really stress this point to patients, especially when they have an expectation of results based on a friend, […]
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