A Few Personal Health Updates that May Help You Too!

A Few Personal Health Updates that May Help You Too!

You Might Relate to Today’s Substack If… You’ve mapped your running route around bathroom access—or dark-colored leggings. You’ve delayed taking a medication, hoping to “just fix it with food.” You’ve debated whether to live with a disruptive symptom or finally...
MTHFR Gene and Its Role in Fertility and Heart Health

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...
The Heart Healthy Sweet Potato

The Heart Healthy Sweet Potato

What’s the scoop on sweet potatoes? Whether you like sweet potato pie served at holiday meals, or you just want to learn more about this tasty, nutrient-packed vegetable, read on!   Sweet potatoes originated in Latin America. Sweet potatoes are root vegetables. They...
Tofu: Not Just for Vegetarians Anymore

Tofu: Not Just for Vegetarians Anymore

For years, tofu has been a standard in vegetarian and vegan diets as a source of plant-based protein. It packs a nutritional punch, is versatile in dishes, and cooks quickly, so it’s no surprise that it has grown in popularity with omnivores alike. However, along with...
Coffee & Heart Health: Your Genes Determine the Perk or Poison

Coffee & Heart Health: Your Genes Determine the Perk or Poison

Why is there so much conflicting evidence about coffee? You’ve probably heard moderate consumption of coffee, say less 3 cups a day, lowers your risk of chronic disease? I’m betting you also know whether you are caffeine sensitive? I’m on the...