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.

The slow and steady rhythm of fall brings nourishing and hearty vegetables to the table. Vegetables like beets, carrots, sweet potatoes, and sunchokes provide warm energy and support hormone health. 

Keep reading to get my sheet pan roasted vegetables recipe!

Having strong bones and taking preventative measures throughout a lifetime means reducing the risk of the “silent” disease, osteoporosis. This blog covers osteoporosis 101: bone health, definitions, individuals at risk, causes, and prevention. 

Let’s dive in with 5 research-backed answers to common questions and myths around the main question: “Is drinking coffee good for you?”

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. 

As a functional nutritionist, some of the common micronutrient deficiencies that many of my clients have are zinc, magnesium, omega-3, folate, and B vitamins. Each micronutrient supports the body in different ways, and in this blog, I go into detail about how each helps our bodies function optimally and the types of food that are high in each.

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!

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. 

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.

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. 

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! 

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? And what are the signs, symptoms, causes, and steps to reverse estrogen dominance? 

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. 

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.

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!

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!