Nature's Ozempic. This is the kind of clickbait title getting all sorts of attention on social media these days. Is it really possible to mimic the actions of a GLP-1 receptor agonist (like Ozempic) with supplements? The answer is yes and no. Let’s break down what these wonder drugs do. Because let’s be real–they’re truly … Continue reading Is There Really Such a Thing as “Nature’s Ozempic?”
Breaking news: A HUGE study, published in March 2022, showed that people who consumed high amounts of aspartame were associated with a 22% higher risk of developing breast cancer and 15% higher risk of developing obesity-related cancers. Other sweeteners that were included in the study were sucralose (Splenda) and acesulfame potassium, though 58% of the … Continue reading Artificial Sweeteners and Cancer: What’s the Connection?
To carb or not to carb? It seems it is always the debate in nutrition these days. Yes, we need carbs, and carbs support our mental health. The top benefits of carbohydrates for mental health are: They feed good gut bugs and create a more diverse microbiome.They help us sleep better!They improve mood health.They keep … Continue reading The Benefits of Carbs for Your Brain
Are you cutting calories to lose weight? A recent groundbreaking study, authored by 17 experts in the field, was published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition called, “The Carbohydrate-insulin Model: a Physiological Perspective on the Obesity Pandemic.” This study highlights these important areas: An excess of calories doesn’t cause fat storage.Caloric restriction often decreases … Continue reading Why Cutting Calories Creates Long-term Chaos
Five things will always sabotage your mental well-being: Lack of sleep.Lack of nutrients.Lack of sunshine.Lack of movement.Lack of community. I could leave it at that. It's a whole post in itself. But I want to flip this, because most of us know these things on some level. However, during times of stress, we often forget … Continue reading Top Brain Health Killers and How to Flip the Script
Fertility and reproductive health are hot topics in the world of health and wellness right now. Many women (and men) are struggling and looking for natural tools for support. In this latest podcast episode with one of the leading experts in the field, we cover it all! Download here or listen wherever you get podcasts. … Continue reading Food, Fertility, and Faith: What is the Connection?
Deana Karim is a mom on a mission. She is bringing delicious, low-carb, and sugar-free baking mixes to the world - and they are truly delicious! Deana is the founder of Good Dee's, a company that makes mixes for brownies, cookies, bread, and so much more. Before I hosted Deana on the podcast, I was … Continue reading Delicious Ways to Make Lower Carb and No Sugar Fit Your Lifestyle
Summer is right around the corner and I’m here to remind you that the purpose of your body is NOT to get swimsuit ready. The purpose of your body is to be “fit to serve” right where you are, with the body you have. Here’s the thing, though - sometimes we get into a food … Continue reading Feast 2 Fast: Purpose of the Body
What's Behind Your Anxiety? If you struggle with anxiety or depression, you know it affects your entire life. It affects how you move (or don't move), your concentration, your ability to sleep, your interactions with others, even your bathroom habits. Because anxiety is on the rise, and won't be going anywhere anytime soon, I want … Continue reading Five Triggers for Anxiety (That Your Doctor Might Not Tell You About)
The blood sugar conversation is more important than ever. We have to understand how to manage our blood sugar before it starts managing us. Like most “common” health concerns, it shouldn’t have to be normal to have blood sugar that is on a continual roller coaster. Kris DeFoer is a Nutritional Therapist and owner of … Continue reading How Many Times a Day Should I Eat?
