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01/15/2026

Many physicians cause an endless amount of frustration by continually suggesting that their overweight patients start exercising. They tell you, “Move more and you’ll burn more calories and build muscle mass. This will speed your resting metabolic rate and you’ll lose weight.” As with portion control, it sounds good in theory, but it doesn’t always work. You probably don’t need us to tell you this. Do you feel like going for a run right now? We didn’t think so. Does exercise hurt? We thought so. Are you too tired to even think about moving your body? Yep, sounds familiar.

When your metabolism is not working efficiently, exercise fatigues an already overburdened system. Rather than improving metabolic function, it can often make it worse. In particular, it places a heavy burden on your adrenal glands—glands that are probably already exhausted. You can’t fix your metabolism by willing yourself to exercise and praying and hoping that someday you’ll be in shape. Rather, you must do the opposite. You must rest and repair. You must sleep, relax, and fix your metabolism with the right diet and supplements. Only once you make your metabolism more efficient can you start and maintain an exercise program.

01/13/2026

**Let's Talk About Glucose (It's Not As Scary As It Sounds!)** 😊

You've probably heard the word "glucose" thrown around a lot, especially if you're into health stuff. But what is it, really? Let's break it down in simple terms.

Think of glucose as your body's **main source of fuel**—like premium gasoline for your car. It comes from the food you eat (especially carbs) and gives energy to every single cell, especially your brain! ⛽️🧠

The key is keeping that fuel level in a **smooth, steady range**. Not too high, not too low.

* When it's balanced, you feel energized, focused, and satiated.
* When it spikes too high (hyperglycemia), you might feel sluggish, thirsty, or get blurry vision.
* **When it dips too low (hypoglycemia), you can feel shaky, sweaty, dizzy, or hangry.

So, how do we keep it steady? It's all about teamwork between:
1. What you eat: Pairing carbs with protein, fat, and fiber (think apple with almond butter!) helps slow the release of glucose.
2. How you move: A simple walk after a meal can work wonders.
3. Your body's MVP: Insulin. This helpful hormone acts like a key, unlocking your cells to let the glucose in for energy. Keeping your body responsive to insulin is a major goal!

You don't need to be perfect. It's about awareness and small, consistent choices. Listening to your body is the first and best step.

👉 What's your go-to snack for lasting energy? Share below! 👇

01/10/2026

Gluten is the protein aspect of certain grains, including wheat, barley, rye and spelt.

When you eat these grains, or foods containing them, you are eating gluten.

The most common foods containing gluten are bread, pasta, pizza crust, bagels, cookies, and pastries. So you can see, it is quite easy to be exposed to gluten everyday and even every meal.

Why is Gluten Unhealthy?
The simple truth is that humans cannot digest gluten. We can consume foods that we can’t digest – we also cannot digest fiber and beans, for example. In small quantities, it is usually not an issue.

The dangers of gluten come into play when we consume large amounts of it (at every meal, for example) and especially if we have a genetic tendency to react to gluten.

Here’s what happens: undigested proteins from gluten (also known as gliadin) get noticed by the immune system in our gut, triggering an inflammatory response that can spread throughout the body.

What are the Negative Health Consequences of Gluten?
Gluten then causes leaky gut, an immune system/digestive issue in which the cells lining the intestines, and the space between them, is damaged, allowing food to leak through (gluten and as well as other food) and to trigger inflammatory responses while decreasing absorption of nutrients.

Leaky gut has been associated with such chronic health issues as obesity, diabetes, heart disease, liver disease, neurological issues (like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s), and cancer.

Identifying a Gluten Intolerance
As mentioned before, 1 in 4 people have a gluten intolerance—so it’s quite possible, if not likely, that you have one.

Some indications include tiredness, anxiety, depressed mood, insomnia, bloating, IBS, eczema, allergies, sinusitis, and low thyroid function. Even hormone imbalances—such as PMS, PCOS, and unexplained infertility—have been tied to gluten intolerance.

01/08/2026

🌞 Let's Talk Vitamin D! 🌞

Did you know Vitamin D isn’t just a vitamin—it’s a hormone that plays a vital role in keeping your body healthy? Here’s why it matters:

✅ **Strengthens Bones & Teeth:** Helps your body absorb calcium, the building block for strong bones and preventing osteoporosis.

✅ **Supports Immune Function:** Acts like a shield, helping your body fight off illness and reduce inflammation.

✅ **Boosts Mood & Mental Health:** Often called the "sunshine vitamin," it's linked to regulating mood and may help fend off the winter blues.

✅ **Promotes Muscle & Heart Health:** Essential for muscle function and may support cardiovascular wellness.

Despite its importance, many people are deficient without even knowing it—especially those who spend most of their time indoors, use sunscreen regularly, or live in areas with limited sunlight.

**So, how can you get more Vitamin D naturally?**

☀️ **Sunlight:** Just 10–15 minutes of midday sun exposure on your arms and face several times a week can help (always balance with safe sun practices!).

🍳 **Food Sources:** Include these in your diet:
- Fatty fish (salmon, mackerel, sardines)
- Egg yolks
- Beef liver
- Mushrooms exposed to UV light (like portobello)

If you’re concerned about your Vitamin D levels, consider talking to your healthcare provider about a simple blood test or supplements.

Your body will thank you! 💪

12/23/2025

Ginseng offers many health-promoting properties, as evidenced by its role in various ancient herbal remedies. Modern science indicates that its bioactive compounds may play a role in weight management through multiple mechanisms. The ginsenosides found in ginseng can help fight inflammation caused by a high-fat diet and help regulate appetite.

Consuming ginseng can help prevent excessive food intake by regulating leptin, the appetite hormone, and decreasing glucose absorption. While there is no standardized dose of ginseng for weight loss, one small study involving 10 participants found that 8 grams of ginseng extract per day helped facilitate weight loss when taken for eight weeks.

Ginseng isn't likely to interact with prescription medications, but it's important to discuss potential adverse effects with your healthcare provider before starting a ginseng supplement or adding the herb to your well-balanced diet.

12/18/2025

Candida is a type of yeast (fungus) that naturally lives in small amounts in our mouths, gut, and skin. It’s usually kept in check by our good bacteria. But when the balance is disrupted—by antibiotics, a high-sugar diet, stress, or a weakened immune system—it can overgrow, leading to an infection called Candidiasis.

Common Symptoms:�Symptoms depend on where the overgrowth occurs, but can include:
* Thrush: White patches in the mouth/throat
* Ge***al Yeast Infections: Itching, burning, and discharge
* Digestive Issues: Bloating, gas, constipation
* Fatigue & Brain Fog: Feeling drained and mentally cloudy
* Skin & Nail Fungal Infections
* Strong sugar/carb cravings

Important Note: Many of these symptoms overlap with other conditions. Self-diagnosing can be misleading!

If this sounds familiar, don’t just guess. Contact us today for a proper diagnosis and a safe, effective treatment plan. Your health is worth it! 💙

12/17/2025

Fiber is one of the main reasons whole plant foods are good for you.

Growing evidence shows that adequate fiber intake may benefit your digestion and reduce your risk of chronic disease.

Many of these benefits are mediated by your gut microbiota — the millions of bacteria that live in your digestive system.

However, not all fiber is created equal. Different types have different health effects.
This article explains the evidence-based health benefits of fiber.

What is Fiber?
Put simply, dietary fiber is a non-digestible carbohydrate found in foods.

It’s split into two broad categories based on its water solubility:

1) Soluble fiber: dissolves in water and can be metabolized by the “good” bacteria in the gut

2) Insoluble fiber: does not dissolve in water

Perhaps a more helpful way to categorize fiber is as fermentable versus non-fermentable, which refers to whether friendly gut bacteria can use it or not.

It’s important to keep in mind that there are many different types of fiber. Some of them have important health benefits, while others are mostly useless. The quality of the fiber also matters. For example, avocado is an excellent source of quality fiber.

There is also a lot of overlap between soluble and insoluble fibers. Some insoluble fibers can be digested by the good bacteria in the intestine, and most foods contain both soluble and insoluble fibers.

Health authorities recommend that men and women eat 38 and 25 grams of fiber per day, respectively. Be careful with products that use added fibers and are still high in sugar and/or other healthy products.

12/13/2025

You’ve probably heard that calcium is important for strong bones, and it is. But did you know it can also stimulate weight loss? At least six studies to date have shown that women who consume more calcium—either through food or through supplements—tend to weigh less and have less body fat than women who consume less calcium. For example, when researchers supplemented overweight African-Americans with 1,000 daily milligrams of calcium, the women lost weight effortlessly. Multiple studies have been completed since and have continued to find the same beneficial results. People who consume more calcium—through supplements or food—tend to weigh less than people who don’t. Dieters who take calcium lose more weight than dieters who do not.

12/12/2025

Many physicians cause an endless amount of frustration by continually suggesting that their overweight patients start exercising. They tell you, “Move more and you’ll burn more calories and build muscle mass. This will speed your resting metabolic rate and you’ll lose weight.” As with portion control, it sounds good in theory, but it doesn’t always work. You probably don’t need us to tell you this. Do you feel like going for a run right now? We didn’t think so. Does exercise hurt? We thought so. Are you too tired to even think about moving your body? Yep, sounds familiar.

When your metabolism is not working efficiently, exercise fatigues an already overburdened system. Rather than improving metabolic function, it can often make it worse. In particular, it places a heavy burden on your adrenal glands—glands that are probably already exhausted. You can’t fix your metabolism by willing yourself to exercise and praying and hoping that someday you’ll be in shape. Rather, you must do the opposite. You must rest and repair. You must sleep, relax, and fix your metabolism with the right diet and supplements. Only once you make your metabolism more efficient can you start and maintain an exercise program.

12/10/2025

PCOS (Polycystic O***y Syndrome) is a common hormonal imbalance affecting 1 in 10 women & people assigned female at birth. It’s a whole-body condition, not just an ovarian one, and it’s often under-diagnosed.

At its core, PCOS involves three main features: irregular ovulation, high levels of androgens (often called "male hormones"), and polycystic ovaries. You only need 2 of these 3 for a diagnosis.

**Symptoms to Be Aware Of:**

🩸 **Irregular Periods:** Cycles longer than 35 days, very heavy bleeding, or fewer than 8 periods a year.
🌸 **Fertility Challenges:** Difficulty getting pregnant due to irregular ovulation.
💇 **Hair Changes:** Excess facial or body hair (hirsutism) or thinning hair on the scalp.
🌿 **Skin Issues:** Persistent acne, oily skin, or dark patches of skin (acanthosis nigricans).
⚖️ **Weight Struggles:** Unexplained weight gain or difficulty losing weight, especially around the abdomen.
😴 **Energy & Mood:** Severe fatigue, mood swings, anxiety, or depression.
🛌 **Sleep Problems:** Sleep apnea or poor sleep quality.
🍬 **Metabolic Signs:** Insulin resistance, sugar cravings, or a higher risk for type 2 diabetes.

**Why Awareness Matters:**
PCOS is a leading cause of infertility, but it's also a major health marker. Left unmanaged, it increases long-term risks for heart disease, diabetes, and more.

**You are not alone, and your symptoms are valid.** If this sounds familiar, you don't have to just "deal with it." Talk to a doctor—preferably a gynecologist or endocrinologist. Diagnosis is the first step to management, which can include lifestyle changes, medication, and support.

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12/06/2025

In the same way that some foods are thought to help support sleep, gut health, and blood sugar, there are brain-boosting foods worth incorporating into your meals, too.

Admittedly, identifying which foods are good for the brain does take some research, but it often boils down to their vitamin, mineral, and macronutrient content.

Some foods, like fish and nuts, are widely-recognized brain foods. This is because fish is rich in the omega-3 DHA, which promotes early cognitive development and strengthens cognition throughout a person’s lifetime, while nuts are loaded with antioxidants that combat oxidative stress in the brain. Still, there are plenty of other grocery items, like kefir and lentils, that can bolster cognitive health too.

*Worst foods for brain health*

As far as foods that aren't so great for your brain, ultra-processed foods (i.e. cookies, candy, fast food, etc.) earn the top slot. These foods tend to be nutrient-poor, calorically-dense, and high in sugar, salt, and/or fat. Red meats, foods high in saturated fats, sugar, and sodium can also harm brain health due to their negative impact on the gut microbiome and heart functionality.

12/02/2025

Ever felt shaky, sweaty, or anxious 2-4 hours after a meal? You might be experiencing reactive hypoglycemia — a blood sugar dip after eating, often due to a rapid insulin response.

Common Triggers:
🍝 Large, carb-heavy meals (especially refined carbs & sugar)
🍩 Skipping meals then overeating
⚡ High stress + poor sleep cycles

Tips to Stay Balanced:
✅ Pair carbs with protein/fat (apple + almond butter!)
✅ Choose high-fiber, whole-food carbs
✅ Eat smaller, frequent meals if needed
✅ Avoid sugary drinks on an empty stomach

It’s NOT normal to crash after every meal. If this sounds familiar, consider talking to a doctor or dietitian.

Your body is sending you signals — let's learn to listen. ❤️

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