Supplements for Thyroid Health: Why Selenium and Zinc Matter (And Why Iodine Can Be Dangerous)
You are doing everything your doctor told you to do. You take your thyroid medication (like Levothyroxine or Synthroid) every single morning on an empty
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What is Leaky Gut Syndrome and How Can You Heal It?
Leaky gut syndrome, also known as intestinal permeability, is gaining increasing attention in the world of health and wellness. While it’s not a new concept,
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The Mind-Body Connection: How Your Mental Health Affects Your Physical Well-being
Introduction: It’s Not “All in Your Head”—It’s All Connected Mental health is often discussed separately from physical health, but growing research shows the two are
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The Ultimate Guide to Gut Health: Why It’s the Cornerstone of Your Well-being
Introduction: Your Gut—The Unsung Hero of Your Health Common expressions like having a “gut feeling” or feeling “butterflies in your stomach” are more than just
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When to Take Gut Health Seriously: Symptoms That Mean You Need Testing
Your gut is the foundation of your overall health. It’s where your body absorbs nutrients, houses trillions of beneficial bacteria (your microbiome), and even helps
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The Gut-Brain Connection
Working in clinical nutrition, I believe that there needs to be much more discussion on the profound connection between our gut health and brain health.
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The Path to a Bloat-Free Future
Chronic bloating. It’s a feeling most of us know all too well – that uncomfortable tightness or puffiness in the abdomen that seems to linger
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What Are the Best Foods for Healthy Longevity?
The adage “You are what you eat” rings truer than ever when discussing longevity and overall good health. Being mentally and physically active are important
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Gut Health and Autoimmune Disease: How Are They Linked?
You’ve probably noticed the rise in gut health topics in the media. Research continues to improve understanding of how your gut affects your overall wellbeing.
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Arthritis vs. Gout – An Integrative Approach
As a clinical nutritionist at an integrative healthcare center, I witness firsthand the confusion surrounding joint pain. “Is it arthritis? Or gout?” This agonizing question
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Beyond the Joint Pain: Your Gut and the Gout Connection
Gout, that unwelcome visitor characterized by fiery joint pain, often arrives uninvited and unwelcome. While popping pain relievers might seem like the quickest route to
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Optimizing Your Gut Microbiome for Healthy Aging and Longevity
As new studies about longevity arise within modern medicine, increasing evidence suggests a link between the gut microbiome and healthy aging. It’s no news that
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