June equals summer and summer equals a colorful harvest of warm-weather produce…. including zucchini. Has the overabundance of zucchini produced by your garden has caused you to lose interest in this vegetable-like fruit? We’re here to help you fall back in love with this nutrition powerhouse with some yummy ideas!

We all know the importance of becoming more athletic and how it can improve heart health, reduce brain fog, and keep our bodies strong throughout the course of our lives. But have you ever felt like you’re not completely recovering from exercise? The culprit may be oxidative stress--learn what to do about that here!

When I was younger, I had zero appreciation for good skincare and used products from the drug store. I had acne and an inflammatory diet. While in China, studying Chinese Medicine, I had a French classmate who turned me on to facials. Since then I take much better care of my skin, naturally! Learn my tips here >>>

If you love queso dip, but are trying to reduce or eliminate your intake of dairy, this dip is exactly what you need. I hardly ever buy real queso anymore because it’s just that good! Plus, it’s only 6 ingredients, and one of those is water! Make this for your next taco Tuesday and see if anyone notices it isn’t actually cheese.

If you’re constantly craving sugar, you’re not alone. Some studies have even found sugar can be even more addictive than street drugs such as cocaine! This is alarming, considering high sugar diets may increase your risk of chronic illness. So let’s explore what causes sugar cravings and how you can tame them!

I had a great interview with one of our favorite experts, microbiologist Kiran Krishnan, co-founder of Microbiome Labs. It's important to learn what supports your gut because it's your first line of defense against toxins. An unhealthy gut will add to your toxic load.

One of the remarkable aspects of the human body is its fight or flight response system. Unfortunately, many of us, especially in chronic illness and mold, get stuck in the “fight or flight” (sympathetic) response for too long. Read on to learn how to recognize if you have sympathetic dominance and calm your body to begin healing.

Throughout your life, someone has probably told you to “trust your gut,” meaning follow your intuition and be true to yourself. This simple idiom holds another important truth that most people probably aren’t aware of… Let’s explore more about leaky brain, the brain-gut connection, and ways to heal your gut to help your brain!

For much of human history, organ meats were considered a prized delicacy. Though these superfoods fell out of popularity in the US during the twentieth century, they’re making a comeback as we begin to fully understand their incredible health benefits. Learn more about sourcing and preparing organ meats with this yummy recipe!

At first glance coleslaw does not sound like a healthy food! But its main ingredient, cabbage, is a cruciferous vegetable that supports liver detox. Cruciferous vegetables are especially known for their ability to detoxify estrogen down a safer pathway. Check out this healthy version of coleslaw!

Did you know that your home could be making you sick? Mold in the home, which can grow in areas with a lot of moisture, has been linked with a variety of debilitating health issues, including fatigue, headache, abdominal pain, and breathing problems. Mold issues also can manifest themselves as a chemical sensitivity in the body.

Jazz up a nutrient-dense bowl of steamed broccoli with our rich and creamy cashew ‘cheese’ sauce. You’ll soak cashews for two hours in bone broth, then blend them up with a handful of other ingredients. Broccoli and ‘cheese’ are a natural pairing, but this sauce also tastes amazing with cauliflower, zucchini, carrots, and potatoes.

Do you feel like you’re doing all the right things for your health and still can’t get the results you want? If so, it might be time to run a Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) test!

I been learning more about using food to support thyroid health. I recently learned that one element of balancing your thyroid is carefully managing iodine intake. So today, I’m sharing a fun recipe that uses lettuce as a wrap instead of bread, which is too high in iodine, even when gluten-free!

Make your own homemade seasoned nuts and avoid the usual dose of excess sugar, sodium, and low-quality oils that you’ll find in store bought versions. We utilize the simple method of soaking raw nuts in boiling water briefly to help seasonings stick to them. Yum!

You may have heard about leaky gut, perhaps having an understanding that the gut barrier has been compromised, which can lead to other health issues. Did you know that you have a similar barrier between your brain and your bloodstream, that also plays a critical role in homeostasis?

When I got sick with toxic mold, I learned about mycotoxins (mold toxins) in food. At first I thought, “That seems overblown!” However, now I’ve done more research, which I will share in this article. Read on to learn which foods can be moldy, the possible health risk, & how to limit exposure & recover.

Yogurt is a favorite dietary source of probiotics, but if you avoid dairy, your yogurt options are often limited. Store bought vegan yogurts are usually expensive and full of sugar, fillers, etc. Fortunately, it’s super easy to make your own vegan yogurt! No special equipment required, just five recognizable and easy-to-find ingredients.

When you have a chronic illness, you are dealing with debilitating symptoms and are probably struggling to do your job. On top of that, you need to navigate how to actually get better! Read on for my top tips for healing without breaking the bank or getting super stressed out.

You probably already know that a good night’s rest is vital to good health, but what if you just can’t sleep? If so, you’re not alone--experts estimate 1 in 3 people have at least mild insomnia. Lucky for you, this article will cover the most common causes of poor sleep and how you can remedy them.