Chronic Fatigue
Are Lectins the New Gluten?
These days, it feels like there’s a diet available to villainize almost every food group. Cutting gluten, sugar, dairy, or FODMAPs from your meals might be the solution to your health problems, but it’s hard to be sure. Recently, there’s an increasing number of people
Twelve Signs That You’re Not Aging Well
Getting older might not be an idea you relish, but the process isn’t exactly avoidable. Each day you’re alive, your cells and systems are suffering damage that slowly ages you. While time passes for all of us at the same pace, some people tend to
5 Ways Stretching Improves Your Health
Are you sick of living with an aching back? Is it a struggle to get yourself out of bed each morning? Then it sounds like your body might benefit from a regular stretching routine. Stretching is the process of deliberately lengthening your muscles to increase
How to Know When You’re Ready for a Functional Medicine Approach
If you’re willing to entertain the idea that there’s more than one way to address your health, you’ve likely heard of the term “functional medicine approach.” More than just a buzzword, this form of healthcare is gaining popularity across the country because it offers something
6 Ways GMO Foods are Shortening Your Lifespan (and Harming the Environment)
Supermarkets just don’t feel as safe as they used to. From hidden ingredients that can trigger food sensitivities to sugars and preservatives that might spark a SIBO outbreak, knowing what to buy for healthy eating isn’t simple. One threat that’s gaining plenty of attention are
Eight Tasty Yet HEALTHY Snacks for Kids
Is snack time a constant battle in your household? Many parents who have mastered the art of preparing nutritious meals for their families still trip up when it comes to steering clear of chips and candy during the midday lull. Eating healthy as a family
What Are the Worst Foods for IBS? 13 To Avoid (and Some to Eat More of)
Are you sick of suffering from stomach problems like Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Your diet deserves most of the blame. The symptoms of a badly behaved gastrointestinal tract will affect every aspect of your life, so it’s smart to take the time to determine what’s triggering
Is Stress the Source of Your Digestive Problems? 9 Ways to Banish it for Good
“Gut-wrenching” experiences are no metaphor; living with stress really will wreak havoc on your stomach. It turns out that your belly is more attuned to your mental state than you realize, and unaddressed anxiety can have far-reaching consequences for your gut. Below, I’ve unpacked the
Low FODMAP Diet 101: What You Need to Know to Get Started
Are your digestive problems becoming more debilitating no matter what you try to do to get them under control? Your diet might be to blame, but not for the reasons you expect. Intestinal issues like SIBO and IBS can cause chronic discomfort if you aren’t
Is Bone Broth the Answer to Your Gut Problems?
Digestive problems can be debilitating to deal with, so it’s no surprise that finding solutions is a booming industry. If you’re familiar with the world of functional health, you may have heard of the purported wonder properties of bone broth. But is the brew all
11 Signs Your Child Has a Food Sensitivity (And How to Stop It in Its Tracks)
Every parent lives in terror of discovering a food allergy for their child. One peanut or piece of shellfish can quickly send families to the emergency room, so it’s important to exercise caution. However, the standout signs of an allergic reaction aren’t all you need
Chronic Allergies or a Histamine Intolerance? How to Tell for Sure
Are you sick of suffering from unexplained skin conditions, inexplicable stress, headaches, and/or hormonal imbalances? A histamine intolerance might be to blame. While it’s hard to see the connection between symptoms like a flushed face and general fatigue, a histamine intolerance could easily be at