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What is Methylation and Why You Need to Know About It
Optimal methylation may just be the unsung hero of overall health. As our bodies are complex systems that rely on and communicate with one another through various processes, functions, and reactions, think of methylation as the ultimate regulator.
Navigating Holiday Stress: Simple and Free Wellness Hacks
I’ve found that having strong health foundations and keeping up with my wellness non negotiables like maintaining a strong sleep schedule, embracing morning sunlight, building a balanced plate, walking after meals, and practicing mindfulness and presence, has allowed me to stay grounded during the holiday chaos.
Foundation of Cellular Health: Phospholipids
Phospholipids are vital components of every cell membrane, serving as both protectors and gatekeepers. They form a barrier that defends your cells while allowing essential nutrients in and moving waste out.
My Top 4 Supplements for Menopause
This week’s blog is about my top 4 supplements for menopausal support. Since our bodies change, the right support can make a huge difference!
The Importance of Hydration and Electrolytes
Drinking enough water and having balanced electrolytes supports all bodily systems, such as digestion, hormone regulation, movement, body temperature regulation, and provides mental clarity and glowing skin.
Why Choose Organic?
When you see an organic label or tag at a grocery store or shopping center, have you ever wondered about what the term “organic” really means?
In this blog, I dive into the definitions of conventional and organic labels, provide the Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce lists, reasons to choose organic produce, and how to support your local farmers.
Oxidative Stress
Our bodies are resilient when we give them the right tools to function properly! In order to have healthy hormones, a healthy gut, a healthy brain, and a healthy body, we need to understand the intricate behind-the-scenes workings of the way our bodies function.
Skin Health and Using the Sun as Medicine
Before you lather on the daily SPF, I wanted to highlight all things skin health: how to protect your skin while benefiting from the healing powers of the sun, specific foods that can boost skin health and naturally aid in protecting your skin barrier, and my recommendations for non-toxic sunscreens.
Seasonal Living: Sweet Summertime
Summer! Alongside having fun in the sun, learn about all the ways the sun has been used as medicine, how summer gives the opportunity to embrace adventure and play, and the seasonal vegetables that support our well-being!
Women’s Health and Low Progesterone
What is progesterone? What are the signs and symptoms of low progesterone? And what are the potential causes, and the ways to support progesterone production naturally?
What is Estrogen Dominance?
What is estrogen dominance? And what are the signs, symptoms, causes, and steps to reverse estrogen dominance?
10 Health Tips for Summer Travel from a Functional Nutritionist
With a stocked and busy summer calendar, staying on track with your health goals may seem overwhelming. Take the stress out of travel by following some (or all) of my top 10 health tips for on-the-go!
Abigail’s Book Chat: The Mind-Gut Connection
The Mind-Gut Connection by Emeran Mayer gives a detailed blueprint of how the hidden conversations within our bodies, particularly the brain and gut, can have lasting impacts on our mood, our choices and behavior, and our overall health.
High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and VO2 Max
You may have heard these terms used before, but what do they actually mean? Why is HIIT (high-intensity interval training) so popular? How is a VO2 max score related to longevity? I answer these questions and more in this blog!
The Benefits of Strength Training for Women
For someone new to strength training or curious about starting a strength training plan in the gym or at home, I wanted to break down the benefits of how building muscle is one the key players in longevity–especially for women. I also include some insights from a leading women’s strength training expert!
Ways to Optimize Your Sleep Hygiene
Sleep hygiene refers to the behaviors that allow you to have optimal sleep. Having good sleep hygiene is essential for good quality sleep, metabolism, detox and recovery.
Self-Care Tools for Stress Management
Long-term or chronic stress can manifest in the body with symptoms ranging from headaches, muscle tension, digestive issues, and sleep disturbances. Here are the eight self-care practices, tools, and rituals, that I do for stress management!
The Importance of Balanced Blood Sugar
Have you ever heard the term “blood sugar?” How about glucose? Insulin? It may be surprising, but having balanced blood sugar levels is vital for all people and serves as a foundation for a healthy body.
Hormone Cycle Series: Luteal Phase
The luteal phase is the longest phase of the menstrual cycle and it arguably has the most highs and lows of emotion, hunger, and energy levels. Since it occurs right after ovulation, you may still feel ovulation’s high energy and increased confidence, but the latter half of the luteal phase involves the dreaded premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and its symptoms.
Hormone Cycle Series: Ovulation
Now that we have covered the uniqueness of both the menstrual and the follicular phases, the next phase up is ovulation! For many women who track their cycle and know what phase they are in, ovulation is generally viewed as the favorite. From unbeatable energy to glowing skin, menstruating women tend to thrive during this time.

