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You’ve heard that cholesterol is “bad” for you and that it is a “major factor” in causing cardiovascular disease, but do you know the following…. Cholesterol is considered a nutrient. Unlike fat, protein and carbohydrates, cholesterol cannot be used for energy but it is a vital structural and functional component of your body’s metabolism. Cholesterol […]

Keto Diet, Paleo Diet, Raw Food Diet… There are so many diets and it can be very hard to figure out which one is the right one for you. This is a crash course on the principles of the Weston A. Price Foundation to learn what type of diet you should be following to achieve […]

Hormonal Balance Introducing the Endocrine System The endocrine system consists of ductless glands that function together as a planning committee. This planning committee is responsible for both short-range (i.e. stress response and blood sugar control) and long-range (i.e. immune system activities, conception) goals. These glands are located at considerable distances from each other in the […]

First off, what is Menopause? Menopause is a natural process that signals the end of a females’ capability to reproduce. This process will usually begin between the ages of 40 and 50 years old. At the same time that a women’s cycle ceases, so does the production of the female hormones estrogen and progesterone. It […]

Combining Real Salt, a fat (i.e. avocado, butter, or nut butters) and something crunchy is a wonderful way to reduce/eliminate cravings! 1 piece of fruit/veggie with nut butter. Apples, carrots, or celery are perfect for dipping. A handful of nuts or seeds! Great for in your car or at work. “Go Raw” snacks (crackers and […]

Sugar is everywhere! It’s loaded into soft drinks, candy, and processed foods. We add it to coffee. It’s hidden in frozen food, salad dressing and soup. It’s even in health drinks that are supposed to be “good for us.” Why reduce sugar? Many sugars are processed and don’t contain the vitamins and minerals you’d find […]

Watch this amazing talk on “How to Pack Healthy Lunches and Snacks” by Sophie Alexander and Cindy Davis from Nutritional Wellness Center in Ithaca, NY. Healthy Lunch Ideas What to pack for a Healthy Lunch that gets eaten! Include some sort of protein, veggie carb and a good healthy FAT. Leftovers that were liked from […]

Acne is a cruel skin condition – it’s just inconsiderate and mean. It can destroy self-confidence and self-esteem. It can flare at a moment’s notice without warning, especially before a big event or important meeting. It can feel like there is no rhyme or reason behind flareups. It can feel like nothing helps. You can […]

I believe I have a health story that resonates. I used to think my story was unique. I used to feel isolated, embarrassed and hopeless by the many strange and seemingly unanswerable symptoms my body was experiencing. But now, after helping thousands of clients since 2003, I have observed just how common these health concerns […]

It seems like every week there’s a new fad diet or a so called “expert” who claims they have found the perfect formula for weight loss or optimum health. One day there will be a study claiming “Red Meat is Going to Kill You and Your Entire Family!” and then a month later a new […]