Are you trying to conceive, but worried about the length or irregularity of your menstrual cycles? If your cycle is short (less than 24 days) or a little too long (more than 35 days), look no further. Let me introduce you to Seed Cycling. Naturopathic Doctors often recommend Seed Cycling for women who are trying to get pregnant. And it’s so simple! Just incorporate different seeds into the daily diet based on where you are in your cycle. Here’s how to get started with Seed Cycling: Identify the two phases of your cycle. The first phase is the Follicular Phase (menses to ovulation). The second ..read more

You need a healthy gut to live a healthy life. A healthy gut is rich in good bacteria. In other words, probiotics. Historically, people in regions of Russia and Bulgaria ate lots of fermented foods. These foods are rich in probiotics. As a result, they lived long and healthy lives compared to other cultures. As a result of our modern day lifestyle, many people have dysbiosis. To clarify, dysbiosis is an imbalance of microorganisms in the gut. Recent studies show that stress, antibiotics, and poor nutrition may cause dysbiosis. Many diseases are associated with dysbiosis. This is why probi ..read more

You need a healthy gut to live a healthy life. A healthy gut is rich in good bacteria. In other words, probiotics. Historically, people in regions of Russia and Bulgaria ate lots of fermented foods. These foods are rich in probiotics. As a result, they lived long and healthy lives compared to other cultures. As a result of our modern day lifestyle, many people have dysbiosis. To clarify, dysbiosis is an imbalance of microorganisms in the gut. Recent studies show that stress, antibiotics, and poor nutrition may cause dysbiosis. Think sauerkraut, kefir, spicy kimchi and kombucha. An unhealthy gu ..read more

The microbiome, especially friendly microbes are important for good health. I’m not going to lie. Some consider me a ‘clean freak’. I’m super organized, love a clean space, and can’t stand clutter. Although I don’t carry hand sanitizer in my purse, I do like washing my hands and probably wash them way more than I need to. Seeing this pic gave me heart palpitations. To give you some perspective, just one teaspoon of soil has as many microbes as there are people on the planet. Wow! But, the surprising truth is being overly clean may not be good for our microbiome. Research tells us that by ..read more

Confused about leaky gut? Then this article is for you. Last week I was out with my girlfriends for dinner at an awesome Italian restaurant downtown. Dinner was absolutely delicious and we laughed until our tummies hurt – literally! As we walked back to the car, four of my friends were complaining that they felt and looked 4 months pregnant, even though they didn’t overeat. One of my friends even said, “as soon as I get home, I’m mega dosing on digestive enzymes.” Can you relate to this? Why is it that bloating, gas, indigestion, and fatigue after a meal are so common these days? Do you think ..read more

Are you looking for ways to support good liver health? Interested in liver detox foods that you can enjoy daily? If you answered yes, you’ll be happy to know that today I’m sharing my top 10 liver detox foods. # 1 – Beets I just love them. They are rich in antioxidants and contain iron, folate and an important nutrient that helps protect cells, proteins, and enzymes from environmental stress. Beets also contain pectin, which is a form of fiber that helps absorb toxins. #2 – Kale Kale chips, kale salad, kale in your shakes. There are so many amazing ways to consume this superfood! Kale is ..read more

Is the itching unbearable? Have the yeast infection creams stopped working? If you’re tired of yeast infections that keep coming back, I have good news. You can treat yeast infections naturally and throw away anti-fungal creams. Chronic yeast infections points to an overgrowth of Candida Albicans in your system. Candida is a type of yeast that normally lives in your gut (gastrointestinal tract). With recurring yeast infections, Candida has gained the upper hand. Treating Candida from the inside out is a must because locally treating the problem is just masking symptoms. Surprisingly, the root ..read more

If you’re thinking about detoxing, I hope you know that there is ZERO scientific evidence supporting detox. Scientists often say … “there’s no such thing as detoxing” In medical terms, it’s a nonsense. Yes, you read that correctly. IT’S A NONSENSE. For those of you who don’t know me, I carry over 20 years of experience in the health and fitness industry and I’m so proud to say that I’m a detox advocate, even though many scientists claim ‘detoxing’ is a hoax. In just a few seconds, I’m going to tell you why toxins are a very real problem and 5 simple ways to detox. Even though there aren’t any ..read more

So you’ve been trying to eat well and find healthier options. You’re cooking at home and side stepping the sodium, fat, and calories found in many restaurant foods. But let’s face it – you’re tired of cutting veggies and toiling away over the stove. You want to go out and enjoy healthier options that somebody else cooks for you! And there’s nothing wrong with that… But, eating out can either make or break your health efforts. What you choose from the menu and how often you eat out matters. Here are tips to help you find healthier options at your favorite restaurant. 1) Think about selecting a ..read more

Detox teas are hot! And why wouldn’t they be? In today’s fast-paced world, we are all seeking easy ways to detox. Gone are the days of coffee enemas, lemonade fasts, and chalky shakes. Detoxing must fit into a busy lifestyle. Otherwise, people just won’t cleanse. Although detox teas are on trend, they are not new. They’ve been around since ancient times. With just two cups of tea per day — consumed in the morning and evening — detox teas claim to reduce bloating, combat fatigue, and help with weight loss. Are detox teas as good as they seem? Are they even safe? Celebrity endorsements, user tes ..read more