Are Those Nuts + Seeds Serving You?
Nuts, seeds, fish oils, + vegetable oils are PUFAs or Polyunsaturated fats. They are delicate and unstable, they react to heat, light and oxygen. They oxidize, go rancid + toxic in these environments aka the human body. This is science. We know that excess estrogen in the body is linked to hormonal imbalances + cancer. ……
Sugar and Carbs are Not Causing (insert symptom or disease here)
No. Sugar is not the root cause of diabetes, insulin resistance, heart disease, hypothyroidism, insomnia, hormonal imbalances, adrenal fatigue, weight gain, digestive issues… Should I go on? For as long as I can remember we have been blaming sugar for every health ailment known to man. How many times have you heard from a healthcare ……
What’s Your Health Status?
Are you freezing cold all the time? Is your sex drive non-existent? Sleep? What the heck is that? Is your period dreadful? or has it gone missing? Is your digestion out of wack? Are you having a hard time conceiving? Are you bloated all the time? Can you just not lose that extra weight? Do ……
Unpopular Truths in Nutrition
How many times has someone told you: Eliminate carbs, sugar, + dairy they are causing inflammation + insulin resistance! Get in more veggies! They are so much better for you than meat! Make sure you are eating enough nuts + seeds to get in your healthy fats + balance your hormones! Take vitamin D, C ……
BREAKING NEWS: Women’s Stomachs Aren’t Meant to be Flat
How often do you look at your stomach in the mirror + wish it were flatter? How many times have you starved yourself or not eaten the cake for this goal to have a flatter stomach? How many times have you felt unworthy because of that roll on your stomach? This idea that in order ……
What You Should Consider Before Taking Progesterone
Have you been sold on using progesterone oil or cream by an influencer on social media or essential oil consultant? I’m sure it sounds appealing because progesterone is an amazing hormone. But, it is a HORMONE! We should not just be taking hormones willy nilly without working with a legit practitioner. Sorry to break it ……
Are Some of Your Symptoms Related to Your Anxiety Around Food?
“I can’t eat the dessert unless I go for a run” “I earned this wine!” “I eat ‘clean’ most of the time” “Too many calories!” “I’ll pass on the rice + potatoes, too many carbs! But I can have cauliflower!” “I should really eat more vegetables” “It’s the weekend, I can have a cheat meal” ……
Why is My Hair Thinning and/or Falling Out?
Have you noticed your hair just isn’t as full and vibrant as it used to be?Maybe you have noticed your hair is starting to shed more, finding it on your pillow or all over your shower? When it comes to hair loss + thinning it is all about nourishing your cells to give those hair ……
7 Ways to Kick Your Headache or Migraine
Do you struggle with the occasional headache or chronic migraine? Do you find yourself reaching for a pain killer more often than not just to get through the day? I’ve been there. I know a thing or two about headaches and migraines. I have been dealing with them since I was little girl and it’s ……
Hormone and Gut-Friendly Exercises
I know, I know “But Laura, I love HIIT + running” Do you actually love these types of workouts or are you in the constant mind fuck of whether or not you are doing enough to earn your food and think intense exercise is the only way? I’ve been there. I used to be a ……
Why Am I So Hungry The Week Before My Period?
Do you find yourself ravenous a few days before your period? Or maybe even a whole 2 weeks before your period? Well I am here to tell you this is totally normal and a GOOD thing! Here’s the deal. After ovulation, progesterone is the dominant hormone. Progesterone makes your temps rise and warms you up, ……
Are All Those Vegetables Causing More Harm Than Good?
You begin eating healthier so you start incorporating tons of raw salads + vegetables into your diet, loading up on them at meals and making it a point to always get them in. . You probably think eating these things comes with no consequences. Well, every single food you put in your mouth has a ……