What is Insulin & Why Does it Matter? Have you been told by your doctor you have diabetes, pre-diabetes, or insulin resistance (IR). IR is…
If you’re on a low sodium diet and peeing too much, your risk for hypertension is high. Four Words: Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System (RAAS) When we cut…
Do you struggle with recurring vaginal yeast infections? External tools, like antifungals and suppositories might be useful short-term solutions. However, to prevent recurring infections, you…
Your #1 Defense: Social Distancing & Hygiene (Everything Else is Secondary) Practice Social Distancing I cannot emphasize this enough. Even if you do not have any symptoms, the likelihood of…
Gut health research has exploded in the last decade or so. The more I learn, the more I realize how metabolic health is intricately linked…
You probably know someone who has tried or is currently on the keto diet. It’s pretty tempting, right? Most people see some great results. Weight…
What are Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs)? Have you heard of the phrase endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) before?These chemicals are pretty widespread in our environment. This…
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal health problem that impacts ~5-10% of women between the ages of 15 and 44. It’s one of the…
Today, I wanted to share some information about how hypothyroidism is related to autoimmune diseases, like lupus, type 1 diabetes, and Celiac’s. The most important…
If you haven’t read my blog post on why hypothyroidism increases risk for autoimmune diseases, check it out here. I highly recommend reading through that…