Why Kids Have Anxiety | Root Causes of Anxiety in Kids
When I was little, riding in the car meant one thing to me – no bathroom for a long stretch with an overactive bladder. My…
Why Kids Have Anxiety | Root Causes of Anxiety in Kids Read More »
Research
If you love reading academic research and the science behind what you eat, this is the section for you. Join us as we try to understand how our bodies, earth, and food work and the causes of disease.
What Is Medical Gaslighting? How To Recognize It And What To Do
Have you heard of medical gaslighting? Have you been gaslit by a medical professional?
What Is Medical Gaslighting? How To Recognize It And What To Do Read More »
Is Medical Trauma Affecting Your Health?
Could medical trauma be impacting your health? I went into the hospital to have a diagnostic medical procedure.
Is Medical Trauma Affecting Your Health? Read More »
How to Teach Kids about Nutrition without Causing an Eating Disorder
I once heard a picky eating specialist say you shouldn’t teach kids about “healthy food” because it will cause disordered eating. An interesting statement that…
How to Teach Kids about Nutrition without Causing an Eating Disorder Read More »
Making Morning Sunlight Easy for Busy Moms
One of my favorite morning practices is getting the benefits of morning sunlight. The best part about this easy habit is that it is absolutely…
Making Morning Sunlight Easy for Busy Moms Read More »
How to Stop Stress Eating: Tips and Tricks
Here’s how to stop stress eating if you’re anything like me. I used to weigh 200 pounds. I wanted to have healthy eating habits, but…
How to Stop Stress Eating: Tips and Tricks Read More »
How to Add Healthy Fat to School Lunches
Fat. What a controversial subject! If you were a child of the eighties like me, you were told from a young age that fat is…
How to Add Healthy Fat to School Lunches Read More »
Everything You Need to Know About Monk Fruit Sweeteners
Monk Fruit Powder Is it okay to use monk fruit powder in healthy recipes? Is it safe for kids?
Everything You Need to Know About Monk Fruit Sweeteners Read More »
Is Organic Food Really Better for You? The Pros and Cons of GMOs
Is organic food actually better for you than “regular” food? And what about GMOs (genetically modified organisms)? Are they really that big of a deal? …
Is Organic Food Really Better for You? The Pros and Cons of GMOs Read More »
Prevent Diabetes Before It Starts | Women Are Higher Risk!
Here is something you’ve probably never been told: Perimenopause (the period leading up to menopause) and menopause are risk factors for developing insulin resistance and…
Prevent Diabetes Before It Starts | Women Are Higher Risk! Read More »
Terrain Theory Versus Germ Theory | Understanding Your Immune System
What if everything we know about germs is wrong? What if handwashing, sanitizing surfaces, and social distancing isn’t the only way (or even THE way)…
Terrain Theory Versus Germ Theory | Understanding Your Immune System Read More »
Is Lamb Healthy? | Health Benefits of Eating Lamb
“What do you think about raising lambs?” My husband asked me that question last fall. It definitely caught me off guard. “Lambs? We’ve only ever…
Is Lamb Healthy? | Health Benefits of Eating Lamb Read More »
Simple Strategies to Reduce Test Anxiety
Ever noticed how fanfare creates stress? Think of weddings, an event that ought to be vying for the most special day of your life, and…
Simple Strategies to Reduce Test Anxiety Read More »
Why Do Kids Have Tantrums? Top 5 Reasons for Toddler Tantrums
It happened again. It always does. My toddler (kid #4) has started to respond to the word “no” with a full-on head back, mouth open,…
Why Do Kids Have Tantrums? Top 5 Reasons for Toddler Tantrums Read More »
Sweat it Out! Health Benefits of Sweating (Plus Bonus Benefits of Sauna Use!)
It’s ironic to write about the health benefits of sweating right now since it’s February and I live in Michigan. In fact, as I type, we’re…
Sweat it Out! Health Benefits of Sweating (Plus Bonus Benefits of Sauna Use!) Read More »
Yes, Pandemic Stress is Real! How to Know If You Have It
Parents, especially moms, have a way of getting right to the heart of the issue. I still remember back in seventh grade when my father…
Yes, Pandemic Stress is Real! How to Know If You Have It Read More »
10 Reasons I Drink Bone Broth
Would you drink bone broth? I thought it was a little crazy until one week threw me into desperate measures… In that week, my toddler got…
10 Reasons I Drink Bone Broth Read More »
Should You Be Cooking With Olive Oil?
Is cooking with olive oil harmful to your health? I used to think so but updated research has shed new light on the topic. Keep…
Should You Be Cooking With Olive Oil? Read More »
5 Face Mask Risks You Can Control and the Solutions
Knowledge is everything. The way I wear a mask and what it causes me to do with my nose, my mouth, and my fingers is…
5 Face Mask Risks You Can Control and the Solutions Read More »
The Truth About Coconut Oil: Is Coconut Oil Good For You?
How do you use coconut oil? Refined or unrefined? Substitute with coconut oil for baking and cooking? Coconut oil is used for personal care like…
The Truth About Coconut Oil: Is Coconut Oil Good For You? Read More »