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When we think of "vitamins," we know they're super-important for health. But vitamin D is special. It's difficult to get enough vitamin...

Let me ask you this: Have you looked at the ingredients on a food label lately? How about a “processed” food label; like famous brands of...

The odds are that you or someone you know experiences heartburn. Around half of North American adults experience it at least once per...

You may have heard of the "paleo" diet. It was the world's most popular diet in 2013. But what is it? Is it a fad? Is it right for you?...

Glycemic this and glycemic that. Does it matter? You'll notice that they both begin with "glycemic." That's one tip that they have to do...

Yes, I'm serious! (And don't you sometimes wonder anyway?) You may get constipation or have diarrhea when you eat something that "doesn't...

Do you soak or sprout your nuts, seeds, grains and legumes? Is it to help improve their digestibility? To help increase their nutrition?...

You may feel tired, cold or that you've gained weight. Maybe your digestion seems a bit more “sluggish”. You may be convinced that your...

Oh, the words "blood sugar." Does it conjure up visions of restrictive eating, diabetes medications, or insulin injections? Blood sugar...

Stressed? Tired? Craving sugar? Can’t sleep? All of these can be related to the constant stress we feel in our lives. We know that stress...

Yes you should (end of post). But what exactly is it about coconut oil that makes it so healthy? And which type is best? Let’s dive into...

You probably know the negative health effects of eating too much sugar, especially "added sugars" like in soda pop, candy, baked goods,...

Let’s finally put an end to the debate of raw vs. cooked. Of course, in the grand scheme of a well-balanced, nutrient-dense, varied,...

Inflammation. It’s not just for health headlines. It’s a fact. Scientists are measuring levels of inflammation in our bodies and finding...

Not everyone should be taking digestive enzyme supplements; and not all of them are created equal. As a practitioner, I find that many...

Food intolerances or "sensitivities" can affect you in so many ways. And they’re a lot more common than most people think. I'm not...

The words “weight-loss” and “snacks” often appear in the same sentence. But that might also bring thoughts of "tasteless," "cardboard,"...

You totally want to ditch your scale, don't you? You may have this weird kind of relationship with your “weight”. I mean, it doesn't...

If there was ever a call for "digestive health," this is it! Yes, it's true. Your gut is considered your "second brain." There is no...

Weight loss advice is so common (and contentious) now. There are competing opinions everywhere. I say, forget about "who's right" and...