Marley Turns One! What WE’VE Learned Her First Year
As we eagerly anticipated the arrival of our first grandchild, little did we know that Marley would bring immeasurable joy and redefine our lives in the most beautiful ways. Now, as we celebrate her first birthday, we reflect on the incredible journey of her arrival,...
Planning for Healthy Summer Travel
The summer season is synonymous with travel and adventure. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or a month-long vacation, it's essential to strike a balance between indulging in new experiences and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. While travel often presents...
7 Super Healthy High Cholesterol Foods
For several years now we have been told that high-cholesterol foods increase the risk of heart disease. This idea originated and became a dietary warning in the United States about 1961 when the American Heart Association developed it as part of their healthy heart...
The Easiest Way to Detox From Sugar
If you've been feeling a bit frustrated or overwhelmed when it comes kicking the sugar habit, I get it. I know from my own experience that breaking free from the clutches of sugar can be tough, especially when those cravings start nagging at you. But, if you are...
Top 10 Summer Wellness Tips
Summer has arrived! Omg am I ever ready for it. Just 3 months ago we experienced a snow storm that dropped a blanket of nearly 5 feet of snow. We were snowed in which I didn’t mind at all. But I actually had to dig a path from our front door so that Wallace (our...
Eat This, Not That: Making Informed Choices for a Healthier You
As a functional nutrition therapy practitioner, I keep my eyes peeled for those sneaky additives lurking in store-bought foods. In a world where convenience often trumps nutrition, it's important to be aware of the ingredients we consume. By making simple swaps, we...
Can Gallbladder Issues Affect Estrogen Levels?
The gallbladder may seem like an insignificant organ, but it actually plays a crucial role in our bodies. While it is possible to live without a gallbladder, many individuals experience health issues after its removal without realizing the connection. The gallbladder...
Should Women Over 40 Take a Multivitamin?
Recently, I was visiting with a couple of girlfriends and one of them asked, “Should I be taking a multivitamin?” I’ve known her for several years. I know that she eats well and she takes care of herself and her family. But, she just wasn’t sure if this was enough for...
Real Food vs Fake Food
In today's world, there seems to be a lot of confusion about what is considered "real" food and occasionally some controversy over it too. Some people take offense to the term “real” food because they feel that by stating that if food that is unprocessed and as close...
10 Ways to Increase The “Love” Hormone Oxytocin
What do sex, shopping and smelling cookies baking have in common? Each of these pleasures, whether experienced or anticipated, cause a release of dopamine by the brain which stimulates the production of serotonin and oxytocin. These hormones collectively are often...