Tag: insulin resistance

Why Cutting Calories Creates Long-term Chaos

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 →

Food, Fertility, and Faith: What is the Connection?

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? →

Hot Topics in Women’s Health

Navigating female health issues is a topic I haven't targeted for the Sparking Wholeness podcast. So I was THRILLED to interview the amazing gynecologist, Dr. Kamilia Smith. She has a refreshing take on empowering women to be their own health advocates. Dr. Smith is an OB/GYN and Founder of Charleston House Gynecology Dallas, Texas, which … Continue reading Hot Topics in Women’s Health →

Biohacking Hunger Hormones and Blood Sugar to Survive the Holidays

Steve Welch is a nutrition research expert and past guest on the show. He is the co-author of the book, The Ketogenic Key. In our first episode, he shared why fat is good and doesn't impact cholesterol the way we have been told. In this episode, we discuss why people get stuck in the cravings … Continue reading Biohacking Hunger Hormones and Blood Sugar to Survive the Holidays →