A Simple Way to Test for Adrenal Fatigue – At Home!
Did you know that there’s a quick and easy test you can do at home to determine adrenal fatigue? As a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, this is one of the tools I use to test adrenal function. A quick disclaimer before we start: In order to properly diagnose any condition, please see a qualified medical practitioner (preferably […]
Why Healing Diets Can Make You Feel Worse: The Hypothalamus-Pituitary Connection
Photo Credit: amanda tipton via Compfight There’s no denying that any healing protocol can make you feel worse if it’s not the right one for you, but there’s a major piece to the puzzle that can make you feel ill when you’re actually healing. The Hypothalamus-Pituitary Connection
Healing Digestion: Part 2 – Digestive Tonics for Low Stomach Acid
Photo Credit: Beth Phillips Do you get heartburn? It’s likely a sign of low stomach acid. Click on the following links to read the other posts in this series: Healing Digestion: Part 1 – Restoring the Mucous Layer The Dangers of Acid Blockers: How to Heal Heartburn Naturally {Healing Digestion: Part 3} 3 Essential Facts about […]
Healing Digestion: Part 1 – Restoring the Mucous Layer
Photo credit: Beth Phillips Click on the following links to read the other posts in this series: Healing Digestion: Part 2 – Digestive Tonics The Dangers of Acid Blockers: How to Heal Heartburn Naturally {Healing Digestion: Part 3} 3 Essential Facts about Probiotics [Healing Digestion: Part 4] Digestive Enzymes [Healing Digestion Part 5] Healing chronic symptoms […]
How I Stopped a Gall Bladder Attack Naturally
This morning, I woke up anticipating a productive day of making applesauce, playing princess and racing imaginary horses, then finishing a post on Katie’s tooth healing diet. Instead, I decided it would be much better to have a gall bladder attack. :insert heavy sarcasm here: Feeling a bit inflamed and bruised for the past 3 […]
DIY Healing Skin Balm
Beautiful snow and cold temperatures spell trouble for ultra dry and sensitive skin. This skin balm has proven itself time and time again to sooth dry, itchy skin, heal scars, prevent wound infection (even from cat bites teeming with bacteria), and save little noses from chapping and soreness during the cold and flu season. The […]
Hummus: Real Fare for Food Allergies (sesame, garlic, and citrus free)
The simple, rustic, deliciousness that is hummus. This version takes the dish right down to basics to celebrate the earthiness of the beans, fruity notes of good quality olive oil (sources*), and a savory finish that makes it satisfying no matter what time of day you choose to eat it. *affiliate link You’ll notice that this […]
GAPS Intro Quick Guide (Guest Post at Gutsy)
Are you thinking about doing GAPS intro or working your way through it now? I created a quick reference guide infographic that lays out the GAPS intro stages and includes some important notes.
Top 5 Immune Boosting Supplements: Magnesium
Americans are chronically low in magnesium. The signs are everywhere with all of the road rage, abuse, high blood pressure, and stress that people live with on a daily basis. It’s most well known as the calming nutrient because of its ability to relax muscles, help us sleep, regulate hormones, relax blood vessels, and relieve depression. […]