Virtual Integrative &
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What is "leaky gut"?Leaky gut, formally known as Increased Intestinal Permeability refers to a phenomenon in which the intestinal lining or gut barrier becomes compromised letting the outside world into the body which can cause many problems. The gut lining is made up of a layer of mucosal cells that should...
The Gut MicrobiomeI thought a good way to start the new year would be to go deep on one of my favorite topics, the gut microbiome! In this series of blogs over the next several weeks we will discuss the following topics: the gut microbiome, dysbiosis, increased intestinal permeability (aka...
I don't know about you but I've always hated the "New Year, New You!" ads, as if the "old" you was less than, which is so not true. As a new entrepreneur, I have been working on my mindset and the ups and downs of building this practice. For 2023,...
Gratitude is something that has been ever present on my mind the past few weeks, even more than usual. With the holiday season upon us, I have had many patients express their gratitude for caring for them, improving their quality of life and even just being an ear to listen...
Whole 30 ResetJoin us this January for the Whole30 reset to improve your health starting the 1st of the year!So what is the Whole30?The Whole30 was developed as a way to eliminate processed and often inflammatory foods that tend to cause sensitivities and intolerances for a period of 30 days....
Cheers to a Healthy Holiday Season! It’s the most wonderful time of the year! I love the Holiday season. Buying and wrapping gifts. Christmas music. Driving around looking at Christmas lights. And of course, all of the festive treats. This is a difficult time of the year if you are trying...
Eating Seasonally! With our modern grocery stores, it's easy to find just about anything at any time of the year but eating fruits and vegetables that are in season, where we live has good benefits. Eating produce that is in season, especially grown locally, tends to have higher nutrient density and...
I love Thanksgiving. A day dedicated to cooking and baking a delicious meal to enjoy with a table full of loved ones. Does it get any better? For those of us on a health journey, any deviation from our normal routine and meals can be difficult but I am here...
IMMUNE HEALTH SUPPLEMENTS AND BOTANICALSWhat supplements can help keep your immune system at its peak this winter? Many want to know, what is the quick fix, the one pill that will boost the immune system and the truth is, there is not one magic thing that will stop a cold...
A healthy immune system is more than just taking the right supplements. Since we are in the thick of cold and flu season and COVID19 is still on our minds, I thought it would be a good time to discuss immune health and how to support it. So, what can...