Pumpkin Seed Pesto Recipe
If you have a blender and fresh basil leaves on hand, making homemade pesto is surprisingly easy. The flavor is brighter and fresher than store-bought pesto, and you can adapt the ingredients to suit your diet and preferences. This recipe includes raw pumpkin seeds to make it seed-cycling-friendly.
30 Ways to Effectively Detox the Lymphatic System
Is your lymph system backed up? Do you need to support your lymph system, or is that just some woo woo non-sense? In this article, you’ll learn a bit about the lymphatic system, the signs and symptoms of lymphatic congestion, what causes it, and how to get that lymph moving to feel your best!
How to Do a Castor Oil Pack
I love castor oil because it is a simple, versatile solution. Learn my top tips for using castor oil to support digestion, keep your hormones happy, help you detox, improve circulation, and so much more!
How to Detox Chlorine from Your Body
With summer fast approaching, it's time to think about one of America's favorite warm-weather activities – swimming. However, if you're like many of us, you worry about the effect chlorine has on your body. In this article, I'll share some of the science behind chlorine, how it affects the body, and how to detox from chlorine.
Easy Salmon Salad
This recipe is so easy it’s barely a recipe! It’s basically traditional tuna salad but with canned salmon instead. Tuna is delicious but unfortunately it’s now a fish that is commonly contaminated with heavy metals. But there is a really easy solution to your tuna salad dilemma and that is simply replacing it with canned salmon!
Refreshing Summer Mocktails
If you find yourself reaching for an adult beverage most summer nights, you’re not alone. Unfortunately, habitual alcohol consumption is correlated with depressed mood, interrupted sleep, poor digestion, and unwanted weight gain. The great news is that you can still enjoy delicious hand-crafted beverages: refreshing mocktails!
Hormone-Balancing Chia Breakfast Pudding
There are quite a few chia pudding recipes out there, but few capitalize on the unique benefits of seed cycling like ours does. Chia seeds are rich in fiber, protein, and high-quality fats. They’re also the best plant-based source of omega-3 fatty acids. If you’ve never had chia pudding before, you’re missing out!
The Hormone-Brain-Axis: Are You Supporting It?
As you age, you need to fuel your body to preserve as much ‘youthfulness’ of your brain and hormones as possible. Many of you are already healthy eaters. So today I want to focus on an aspect I see missing in our community—a focus on building muscle mass through exercise and eating protein.
Healthy Fats for Immunity, Gut Health, and Inflammation
Every cell in our body has a membrane that is made up of mostly fat. Fats are critical, but it’s important to get the right kind. In this article, we explore differences between dietary fats, sources of “good” fat, and the benefits of fat for immunity, gut health, and inflammation.
Folate vs Folic Acid: What You Need to Know
Although many people use the terms interchangeably, folate and folic acid are two distinct forms of vitamin B9. If you’re dealing with chronic health conditions, or if you’re pregnant, it’s crucial for you to know the differences between these two forms of vitamin B9—one of them can cause a lot of problems!
Best Lab Tests for Thyroid Problems
Many people question whether their thyroid is working correctly due to their chronic fatigue, weight gain or foggy thinking. In this article, we’ll explore when and how to order a test for thyroid problems effectively so that you can address thyroid problems & symptoms.
How to Support Thyroid Hormone Conversion
Of course there are many factors involved in thyroid disease, but a big player that is often overlooked is thyroid hormone conversion. Read on to learn what thyroid hormone conversion is, why it's such an overlooked problem, and what you can do to better support it!
Top 10 Foods to Add or Avoid for Thyroid Health
If you struggle with hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism, or if you have Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, your diet plays a major role in your thyroid health. You can support your thyroid by simply changing your diet. Let me show you how!
Could Your Sunscreen Disrupt Your Hormones?
Most types of sunscreen contain toxins that can easily penetrate the skin and cause inflammation, hormone imbalances, and increased toxic burden. Fortunately, there are safer options that still protect from harmful sun rays. Learn how to read your label and discover where to buy safer sunscreen.
Cell Danger Response: What It Is & How to Complete It
Ever wonder why some people stay sick and others heal? You may be eating an uber-clean diet, keeping your stress in check, sleeping well, and moving your body – yet something could be blocking your progress. It’s a little something called the cell danger response (CDR). Learn how to recognize CDR and what to do about it here!
30 Toxic Mold Detox Techniques That Really Work
As you know I'm crazy for detox techniques. That's because they really work! DO NOT think diet and supplements are going to get the job done for you. If you are in chronic pain or stress, or dealing with chronic toxic burdens besides mold, you cannot heal without proper detox. Take a look at my A-Z list of detox ideas!
Using the DUTCH Hormone Test to Increase Your Sex Drive
Libido, or sex drive, is our overall desire for sexual activity. Decreased libido is a common problem that affects many women at some point in their lives and is often linked to changes in hormones, especially those that occur with menopause. Several hormonal issues can cause this—learn how to figure out which one and fix it!
Get Yourself the Gift of Health This Holiday Season
The cold weather, long days, and holiday stress has hit, and many of us are feeling the effects--especially those who have chronic illnesses. One of the most confusing parts about living with a chronic illness is that there are so many different options for assessments and treatment. Learn how to find what works for you!
Gluten-Free Apple Crisp Recipe
This dessert is easy enough to whip up on a whim after dinner, but special enough to serve to guests! A sweet and crunchy topping offsets a naturally delicious filing of baked apples. It’s free from dairy and gluten, so it’s easy on your digestive system. Also, this crisp is so nutritious you could eat it for breakfast!
Super Selenium: Benefits and Sources
You may have heard of selenium: it’s involved in various functions like detoxification, thyroid health, hormone function, metabolism, and more. Selenium is an unsung hero in keeping your body healthy. Might you be deficient? Read on to learn what selenium is, its benefits, and where you can find quality selenium!
