Millions of Americans suffer from heartburn, but did you know it can be treated naturally? Although it may be easy to think about going on medication for acid reflux, in order to actually heal, you need to figure out the root cause of the issue. 

As a functional nutritionist, I get asked by many of my clients what my favorite foods are for healing, longevity, and overall wellness. In this blog, I uncover all of my go-to weekly and daily food staples.

In this blog, I’m uncovering some of the misconceptions around one of the most heavily debated foods: soy. Read on to dive into some of the basics of soy, the differences between whole vs processed forms, the importance of choosing organic and non-GMO, and some of the benefits of the crop.

When the gut lining is weak or damaged, it can cause “leaky gut.” Lean more about what leaky gut is, how it happens, and how to heal it naturally.

I dive into my most frequently asked questions and give you honest answers for symptom-specific testing, my whole-body approach to health, and personalized protocols.

From benefits like increased gut microbiome diversity, stronger immune health, improved digestion, enhanced nutrient absorption, and reducing inflammation, implementing fermented foods supports may be the underrated hero for overall health. 

Inflammation is the body’s natural defense mechanism, bit over time, high levels of inflammation can be the silent cause of disrupted hormones, metabolism, digestion, energy levels, and more. Being able to identify some of the symptoms of chronic inflammation are the first steps to lowering it. 

Build-your-own meals are a win for the whole family—swap ground turkey for chicken or beef, mix and match toppings, and let everyone customize their bowl. This one is high in protein + fiber, loaded with color and flavor, and perfectly balanced to keep you satisfied.

If you struggle with a weaker immune system and feel like you catch every bug that goes around, or just want to strengthen your line of immune defense, there are some supplements and foods I run to for myself and recommend to my clients. 

In this blog, you will find ways to strengthen your knowledge around fertility and gain prenatal support through my recommendations in lifestyle, food, nutrition, ways to enhance gut microbiome diversity, and tasty recipes.

These are great for a mid-day snack, breakfast, or a pre-workout snack. They’re gluten and dairy free, rich in fiber from ground flax seeds, has blood sugar balancing spices, are packed with flavor, and has added protein!

Folate, a naturally occurring umbrella term that encompasses a form of B9, has two common types: folic acid and methylated folate. To state simply, folic acid is a synthetic form of folate, whereas methylated folate is a naturally occurring and bioavailable form of folate. 

This salad is packed with fresh and bright flavor from chickpeas, fennel, and plenty of dill, bringing both fiber and crunch to the table.

Histamine is a naturally occurring chemical in the body, and it helps cells communicate different roles, such as managing sleep, brain function, and its role in allergies, but it also affects gut health.

Hydrating vegetables like cucumbers and digestive-supporting herbs like mint come into season in summer. My chickpea, cucumber, and mint salad recipe is a great summer side dish to any social gathering, a snack, or a light meal!

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! 

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.

We'll take a deep dive into our most important detoxing organ, the liver: how it functions, how it naturally rids our body of toxins, how we can support the process, and how the health of this mighty organ is key to our overall wellness.

Because our liver filters every bite of food or every sip of liquid we consume, it plays a vital role to our overall health. When we support our liver, not only does our risk of fatty liver disease from metabolic disorders like obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol decrease, it can create a lasting positive benefit towards well-being and longevity. 

Akkermansia has proven to help maintain a healthy gut lining, support proper nutrient absorption, and contribute to a balanced metabolism. Read on to learn how this beneficial bacteria makes a lasting impact on our health!