When you think of ways to support a baby’s developing brain, what comes to mind? My guess is that bacteria is likely not something that initially pops into your head. But more and more research is finding that the bacteria and microorganisms that make up the gut microbiome may actually have a monumental impact on…
It’s safe to say that just about all of us are familiar with that stomach-churning, queasy feeling of nausea – and its even more unpleasant companion vomiting. Nausea and vomiting are not necessarily unexpected guests when we’re dealing with things like food poisoning or a stomach bug. But it can be perplexing and downright concerning…
In medical school, we learned about the body by breaking it down into each system. Everything is neatly categorized into distinct compartments. While this certainly makes sense from an academic standpoint, the truth is, the body is much more complex than that. The body's systems are intricately and inextricably interconnected – it’s impossible to truly…
What if I told you there was a compound that could potentially treat conditions like COVID, autoimmunity, and mold toxicity? Then what if I told you that your body naturally produces a plethora of this compound on a daily basis? The compound I’m referring to is a remarkable little molecule known as vasoactive intestinal peptide.…
Today we’re going to explore exactly why vitamin B12 is so important, the consequences of being deficient in this nutrient, the problem with conventional B12 testing, and most importantly – what steps you can take if you’re concerned about a deficiency. Let’s dive in.
Today we’re going to address a condition that’s a master at dysregulating your immune system & zapping your vitamin D levels – a condition known as long COVID.
Today we’re going to dive into exactly what role vitamin D plays in regulating your immune system, what happens if you’re deficient in this nutrient, and most importantly – how to ensure you’re getting enough of this essential vitamin.
We’re going to explore the fascinating link between your gut microbiome and healthy, happy aging. Let’s dive in.
Maybe you’ve heard it in the news recently – glyphosate has been in a number of legal cases worldwide and there’s no sign of this trend slowing down. This is good news, since glyphosate (also known as Roundup) is a pesticide that has infiltrated every aspect of our water and food systems and is wreaking havoc on human health.
If you are truly ready to take the time to prepare fresh and healthy food and serve these kind of meals for your family, then you need to get serious about meal planning and making a shopping list focused on whole, fresh, organic foods and stick to it to Wean Yourself off Processed Foods in…
