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Sun & Soil Nutrition

M.S. Integrative Nutrition
Root-cause health through functional bloodwork, whole-food nourishment, herbal & culinary medicine.

For those who value longevity and are willing to nourish themselves deeply.
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05/29/2026

My husband told the kids, "Get dressed, we're taking Mom to the farm to buy some plants."
And honestly? I've never been more in love. 🌞🩷

Beyond the plants, one of my favorite parts of visiting local farms is supporting the people who work so hard to feed our communities.

One realization I had in grad school is that local farmers are the real celebrities. They spend countless hours caring for the soil, growing nutrient-dense food, and helping connect us back to the seasons.

When we buy produce locally and in season, we're getting fruits and vegetables harvested at peak ripeness, which means better flavor and greater nutrient retention compared to produce that travels long distances before reaching our plates.

This is real food from the ground, just as nature intended, no mysterious ingredients, no GMOs, no apeel, wax coatings or synthetic peels, and no mass amounts of pesticides sprayed on to keep things shelf stable for unnatural lengths of time.

Shopping local also supports our community, strengthens local food systems, and helps us become more connected to where our food comes from.

So here's your reminder to visit a local farm stand, farmers market, or U-pick farm this season. Your body, your community, and your taste buds will thank you. 🩷🏵🧡

05/15/2026

Spring is prime time for affordable, nutrient-dense eating 🏵🌞

Visit your local farmers market, connect with a farmer directly, forage, or grow what you can 🩷🧡

04/30/2026

Black sesame seeds are a nutrient dense food with a long history of use in traditional medicine. 🌞

They contain a wide range of bioactive compounds, including lignans, vitamin E, and other antioxidants, along with minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and iron.

Research suggests that sesame consumption may help improve antioxidant status and reduce markers of oxidative stress. Some studies also show benefits for blood pressure and overall cardiometabolic health.

Emerging evidence indicates potential support for liver health, including improvements in lipid accumulation and insulin resistance in the context of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.

There is also research exploring their role in bone health and menopausal support, likely related to their mineral content and bioactive compounds.

Grinding or blending the seeds can help improve absorption, and because they are rich in unsaturated fats, storing them in the refrigerator can help protect the fatty acids from oxidation and rancidity.

I like adding them to smoothies or blending them into a paste as a simple way to increase nutrient density without changing the structure of what you are already eating.

They are also very affordable. I found this bag at Natural Grocers for less than $2 🩷🧡

Food can be a meaningful foundation for micronutrient intake when used consistently and intentionally.

04/23/2026

The supplement industry is a multi-billion dollar industry
and despite being marketed as “natural,” it is still an industry driven by profit.

I worked in the supplement space for over 3 years, and I can tell you that most companies are not formulating products with the intention of healing you. They are formulating for mass appeal and sales (and work more like pharmaceutical companies than you would like to think).

More is not better when it comes to supplementation.
Your body has bioindividual needs, and what works for one person may not work for another.

This is one of the reasons multivitamins often show minimal or no benefit in clinical research.

Certain supplements can be unhelpful or even problematic when taken unnecessarily or in the wrong form.

Even with something like B vitamins, some people do better with methylated forms, while others do better with non methylated versions depending on genetics and overall health.

At the same time, personalized supplementation can be incredibly helpful! In many cases, we are not able to get everything we need from our diet alone. The key is choosing the right supplements, in the right forms, in the right doses, for your specific body.

Quality also matters. Sourcing, form, and dosage can vary significantly between brands, which directly impacts how your body responds.

This is why I focus on a personalized approach, starting with food, herbs, and targeted support based on your unique needs.

If you are ready to stop guessing and start supporting your body with intention, I offer 1:1 consultations where we assess your full picture and create a plan tailored specifically to you.

This is how you get real, sustainable results. 🌞

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04/22/2026

Stop drinking plain water and start drinking herbal infusions 🌺

Herbs are full of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, and they actually work on the systems of the body to tone, soothe, and improve function. This blend specifically works on supporting the cardiovascular system, and it’s SO delicious.

Hibiscus has been studied for its ability to support healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels, with some research showing effects comparable to medications.

Rose is very astringent and has wound healing properties. When consumed as a tea, it tightens up the gut lining, calms inflammation, and tones the cardiovascular system.

Goji berries work on multiple systems in the body. They help improve cholesterol levels, support eye health, balance the immune system, and protect neurological health.

Licorice root is one of my favorite herbs to round out a blend. It adds a natural sweetness & moisture while also soothing inflammatory states.

Steep overnight, strain, and sip throughout the day 🌞

Save this for your next herbal reset 🧡🩷

04/19/2026

This one filled my cup in the best way. 🌞🩷

I had the honor of hosting a Culinary Medicine luncheon with The Yellow Butterfly, and it was everything I love about this work brought to life around a table. We talked nutrition and herbal support for mental health, sipped on medicinal teas, shared food made with intention, and had open, honest conversation about women's health and what it really takes to regulate our nervous systems in today's world.

To every woman who showed up, tasted, shared, and sat in that space with me, thank you 🙏🧡

04/09/2026

Everything I prepped this week as an integrative nutritionist feeding a family of four 🌞

This is your reminder that eating healthy does not have to be complicated or time consuming. I focus on simple, nutrient-dense staples that support gut health, blood sugar, and energy throughout the week.

A mix of protein, fiber, healthy fats, and fermented foods goes a long way in helping meals come together quickly while actually nourishing your body.

Save for your meal prep inspiration 🩷🧡

04/02/2026

Before there was aspirin, there was the willow tree. 🌞

Native American tribes chewed or boiled willow bark into tea to relieve fever, headaches, arthritis, and toothaches. Willow was so commonly used for dental pain it was called the "toothache tree."

Then pharmaceutical science arrived, isolated one compound from the bark, converted it into a pill, and sold it to the world as aspirin. An amazing discovery, but something important was left behind.

Here is the part that rarely gets talked about.

Plants contain hundreds of compounds that work together. But when a pharmaceutical company develops a drug, they pull out one single compound and concentrate it. That isolated compound is powerful, but it no longer has the other plant compounds around it that naturally balance its effects. Think of it like taking the salt out of a recipe and tripling the dose. In the original dish, the other ingredients kept it in check. Alone and concentrated, it overwhelms the system.

Willow bark naturally contains flavonoids and tannins alongside its pain-relieving compounds. Those extra compounds protect your gut lining during the process. This is why Willow Bark bypasses stomach irritation entirely, while aspirin, the isolated version, is well documented to cause exactly that.

Clinical studies have shown significant improvements in pain and physical function in arthritis patients using Willow Bark. The whole plant. Just as nature packaged it.

Traditional plant knowledge was not primitive. It was working with the full intelligence of the plant. Modern medicine learned from it, then removed what it could not yet explain. 🧡🩷

Save this if you want to understand the real difference between plants and pills.

Educational content only, not medical advice. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you take blood thinners or are sensitive to salicylates.

03/26/2026

Full disclosure, I had to make this recipe twice to film the ending… because my family ate the first one so fast 😄🩷

The cottage cheese trends you see everywhere are worth the hype. It's high in protein, calcium, and natural probiotics!

When you combine protein with calcium, it helps regulate appetite by supporting your satiety hormones like GLP-1 and PYY. This actually helps you feel full and satisfied, not chasing more sugar after eating.

Perfect after a nourishing meal when you want something sweet but still aligned with your goals.

Save this for later 🌞

High-Protein Cheesecake Jar
• 1 container organic full-fat cottage cheese
• Dash cinnamon
• 1–2 tbsp maple syrup
• Handful of gluten-free cinnamon crisp cookies
→ Stir, refrigerate (1 hr or overnight), and enjoy

03/25/2026

🌞 Your biology is unique 🌞
Trust food, herbs, and foundational habits over viral trends

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