Folate Deficiency and How to Fix It

Folate is a form of B9 vitamin that helps the body grow and develop properly. While everyone needs folate, it is especially important for pregnant women. Folate deficiency during pregnancy can cause problems with the development of a baby’s brain and spinal cord, known as neural tube defects. Folic acid is the man-made version of […]

Is It Possible To Reverse Hair Loss?

In 2021, when I finally recovered from the COVID-19 virus, I started seeing more hair than usual on my hairbrush each morning. I started to pay real attention when it became an everyday occurrence, but by then, my already fine hair was noticeably thinner. Like most women, I have always linked my hair to my […]

Why Staying Hydrated Matters

Around the world, one in ten people don’t have easy access to clean water, and three billion people can’t afford a healthy diet. 890 million people are obese, while 390 million are underweight. This shows that many people don’t have access to, or can’t afford, proper nutrition. Nutrition and Hydration Awareness Week is the perfect […]

Sleep Hygiene 101: Simple Habits for Good Sleep

Life is so much better after a night of restful sleep. We feel much more well-equipped to tackle challenges the day throws at us when we’ve had some quality zzzzz’s. Conversely, a night of poor-quality sleep can leave us cranky, irritable, and ready to snap. The answer to feeling tired during the day isn’t in […]

Your Guide to Managing Celiac Disease

Celiac disease is a long-term autoimmune condition that harms the small intestine. Symptoms are triggered by eating foods that contain gluten. While there is no cure, it can be managed with treatment and by following a gluten-free diet. Symptoms of celiac disease can be different for everyone. Common digestive issues include constipation, stomach pain, and […]

Balance your Gut Microbiome: Introducing to the Gut Pack

We’ve all been there at some point in our lives: a gurgling stomach, cramps, bloating, and the need to be within 10 feet of a bathroom at all times. While some lucky people only feel like this occasionally, others struggle with grumpy guts a lot more often than what may be considered ‘normal.’ Often, this […]

Super Bowl Snacks We Bet Shakira and JLo Would Approve Of!

Jennifer Lopez and Shakira put on an impressive show at the 2020 Super Bowl halftime. Their stunning hair, tight costumes, and energetic dance moves made it one of the most talked-about performances. For women in their 40s and 50s, it certainly was inspiring! I’m 16 years younger than J-Lo and struggle to take a flight […]

How Wartime Sugar Rationing Shaped Health

We have all heard the phrase “You are what you eat,” which I think is probably accurate regarding nutrition. However, this does imply that we have a choice in what we eat and that simply changing it can solve most diet-related issues. But what if “you are what you eat” starts earlier than our ability to […]

Using Nutrition to Offset GLP-1 Side Effects

Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are among the latest innovations in diabetes and weight management. However, they do come with some commonly experienced side effects for users. Happily, I can advise about some nutritional changes that can work to reduce these side effects while also enhancing the efficacy of the medications. GLP-1 […]

Exploring Treatment Pathways for Ulcerative Proctitis

Ulcerative proctitis is a condition that affects the rectum, the final part of the large intestine. It occurs when the rectum becomes inflamed, and ulcers develop. This condition is a form of ulcerative colitis, a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The exact cause of ulcerative proctitis, as well as ulcerative colitis and other types […]