Is Stress Causing Your Hormone Imbalance? One of the main complaints I hear from women is that they are suffering from hormone issues. They will complain of hot flashes, excruciating periods or other symptoms that seem to come and go with their monthly cycles. These can be headaches, insomnia or sugar cravings. While common, these symptoms are not a sign… Read More
Pomegranates
Have you eaten a pomegranate lately? This delicious & nutrient-dense fruit is in season from September to January, so now is the time to do it! Although it may seem like a lot of work, getting at those seeds is well worth it for your health. The compounds found in pomegranates are helpful in preventing a number of health-related conditions,… Read More
Different Types of Salt
The other day, my 11-year-old son asked me what the difference is between regular salt and sea salt. He also wanted to know why salt was “bad”. It got me thinking that these are actually pretty common questions, so here goes! Health wise, salt is not necessarily bad. We need the minerals in salt, but only up to a certain… Read More
Tips for a Healthy Back to School
Yesterday was the first day of school for my two kids. While it was a mixed bag of excitement, new friends, sadness and despair (ok, maybe that’s a bit dramatic), I think we were all ready for it to happen! Now fingers crossed that summer will stick around just a little bit longer… People sometimes ask me if I do… Read More
Whole Foods on a Budget
One of the things I often hear from people about switching from a largely processed Standard American Diet (SAD) to a whole foods-based diet is that it’s too expensive. Cost can be very discouraging for many people, but with a little planning, it is possible to eat well on a budget! It’s also important to look at hidden costs of… Read More
Nutrition for a Better Sleep
Sleep can make a huge impact on health, and just as good quality sleep affects the quality of the diet, a good diet can also impact the quality of sleep. In this week’s blog post, I want to talk about how nutrition can affect sleep. Most of us know that a poor sleep will contribute to poor dietary choices. Research… Read More