Our Blog: Recipes, Research, and Resources
Our Blog: Recipes, Research, and Resources
MTHFR Gene and Its Role in Fertility and Heart Health
Understanding the MTHFR Gene: Personalized Health for Fertility and Heart Health Have you ever heard of the MTHFR gene? It plays a crucial role in your health by producing an enzyme that converts folate from your diet into its active form, folic acid. This active...
Back to School: Feeding Tips for the Transition
I thought I’d kick this back to school blog post off with a peek into my own “1st day of school” photo. I’d give anything to see what was in that brown bag. Pretty sure it included a peanut butter and cheese sandwich…Yes, that’s what my mom would pack for me. Later as...
A Gut Healthy Fall Mocktail: Apple Cider Ginger Fizz
A gut healthy drink for fall? Sign me up before cold and flu season, please! When I gave up alcohol, one of the first things I noticed was an improvement in my gut health. My immune system seemed to perk up, and I experienced less digestive related issues. It's...
Do I Really Need High-Protein Pop Tarts?
Protein has long been hailed as a crucial nutrient, often draped in a health halo for its numerous benefits. Recently, my interest in this nutrient has surged, especially in understanding its role in the aging process and how much is needed, particularly for women...
Potatoes for Gut Health + Higher Protein Potato Salad Recipe
Did you ever think a white food like potato salad could be good for gut health? White foods, like potatoes, are not fully appreciated for their nutrient resumes. They are rich in blood pressure supporting potassium, vitamin C and fiber. But, they often get bad press...
Our Family Favorites From Trader Joe’s
Since discovering Instacart, I rarely visit the grocery store anymore. I appreciate the convenience of shopping from my phone and having our groceries delivered weekly. While there are drawbacks like not picking out my own produce or poor substitutions for coffee,...
Stay Hydrated On-The-Go: Review of 10 Electrolyte Stick Packs
If you’re an active youth or adult, you’ve likely wondered if you should be using electrolytes. As a sports dietitian, I get the question about electrolytes for the recreationally active individual quite often. And quite frankly, I’ve had the question as I wonder if I...
Inside Out: Nutrition for Acne & Skin Health
Acne. Is there evidence you can improve acne with nutrition? It's interesting, as I shift into perimenopause, I've noticed my teenage skin return. So fun. At the same time, with the emergence of puberty, my pre-teen and recently-turned-teenager are also starting to...
Sleep, Nutrition & Menopause
"Since I've entered menopause, my sleep has become really disrupted. I used to be the best sleeper, but now I find I wake early in the morning or in the middle of the night. And then it's hard for me to fall back asleep." Peri/menopause presents many disruptions. When...
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