Hashimoto's thyroiditis is a condition where the immune system attacks the thyroid gland, leading to decreased thyroid hormone production. This can cause a variety of symptoms such as brain fog, weight gain, fatigue, loss of motivation and difficulty concentrating. While there is no cure for Hashimoto's thyroiditis, there are several ways to support the immune... More
One of the first things I do when working with clients is to help them make some significant changes in their diet. If you’ve followed me for long that’s no secret. Because nothing transforms your health more than changing what you put inside your body. The eating plan laid out in my Gut Health Protocol... More
Is There a Difference Between the GI Map & Viome Stool Testing?If you have chronic digestive problems, then you’ve probably heard about at-home DNA stool tests like the GI Map and Viome. But which one is best for you? That questions isn't the easiest to answer. They’re the two most popular stool tests on the... More
Here's a powerful case study on reversing extreme IBS/IBD. This will give you an idea of what a holistic approach looks like.Whether you’re dealing with IBS, IBD, crohn’s, ulcerative colitis or celiac, there is hope for remission and control of your chronic GI problems.I'll never forget, several years ago a middle aged man came to... More
If inflammation is the root of all disease, then it makes sense to calm the fire as much as possible.Inflammation is a complex immune response to a variety of inputs. Sometimes it’s a bacterial or viral infection, in which case inflammation is protective. Maybe you're asking questions now such as: How do I know if... More
The following is my summary of a recent study that speaks to the importance of maintaining a healthy gut microbiome for protection from viruses that contribute to neurodegenerative diseases. The research also supported convincing evidence of the detrimental effects that antibiotics have on the gut microbiome.Cliff notes:A recent study from the University of Utah School... More
There’s no cure for Epstein-Barr Virus. This is a true statement in regards to EBV (mono, aka herpesvirus 4).However, there’s a lot you can do to actually thrive again after an initial bout with mono.Here’s what I’ve learned since having mono in 10th grade.Chronic underlying infections, like EBV, rob our health and are a mystery... More
If you want youthful, clear, glowing skin, you must not overlook gut health. A recent study showed that SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth), a condition where the wrong bacteria overgrows in the small intestine, is ten times more likely in people with acne than in healthy control groups. The best part is, correction of SIBO... More
Who doesn’t want better, more sustainable energy throughout the day? Most of us are worn out, exhausted and drinking too much caffeine just to try to keep our heads above water. Here’s the thing- every single client I work with naturally improves their energy level; some just a little better, but most improve dramatically.How can... More
Here's an all-too-common scenario.A middle aged woman:- can't lose weight no matter what she does- only has 2-3 bowel movements each week- drags herself out of bed each morning- struggles to stay awake in the evening- feels depressed, although not diagnosedThe crazy part is, her doctor keeps telling her that her labs "look good." He... More