“Food is medicine” is everywhere right now. But what does that actually mean in a clinical setting, and what actually works? At its core, food as medicine means using nutrition to directly influence physiology: blood sugar, inflammation, gut function, and hormones. When done right, these changes show up not just in how you feel, but …
Artificial sweeteners like sucralose, aspartame, and acesulfame-K are widely used as calorie-free sugar substitutes. While they can reduce sugar intake, emerging research suggests they may also influence metabolism, gut bacteria, cardiovascular risk, and long-term disease outcomes. Current research suggests Occasional use may be reasonable, but frequent consumption may not be metabolically neutral. Below is a …
During an intake with all of my clients, I ask about bowel movements (I know; it gets personal!). The reason I ask is that if you’re not having at least one bowel movement a day, we’ve got a problem! Constipation is defined as infrequent bowel movements that are difficult to pass, hard in texture, and …
Intermittent fasting (IF) is a buzzy little phrase! Many of my clients ask me about this…”should I try it?” “Will it work?” The short answer is – it depends! Intermittent fasting can have many health benefits, if done correctly. While this has been done for centuries and is currently something many cultures and religions still …
Hello cold and flu season! If it seems like everyone around you is getting sick, you might consider taking some extra measures to boost your immune health. But it can’t hurt to support your immune system year-round for optimal well-being. With a nutritious diet, a targeted supplement protocol, and healthy lifestyle habits, you can set …
I don’t recommend giving up sugar cold turkey, or really at all. You might be surprised to hear a nutritionist say this, but in my experience, nearly every client I’ve worked with who attempted to completely give up sugar ended up either miserable, or over-indulging due to feeling restricted. Like I said before, sugar is …
How many times have you attempted to kick sugar to the curb? If you’ve got a sweet tooth like me, you may have attempted this more than once, perhaps with little success. Sugar is addicting, plain and simple. It stimulates the reward center in the brain and makes us want more. Here’s a secret – …
When it comes to “the right diet,” there’s no one-size fits all approach. That’s because we’re all different – different weight and height, different genetics, and different lifestyles. This is the concept of bioindividuality. You may know someone who thrives really well on a vegan diet but when you tried it, and it left you …
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