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…
Understanding Your Body
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)…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
The Food-Mood Connection: 4 Behavioral Signs of a Gluten Sensitivity
Could you or your child be sensitive to gluten? What are the signs of gluten sensitivity? Read on to see if you have these symptoms…
9 Simple, Frugal, At-Home Detox Strategies
There’s plenty we can do from the comfort of our own homes to help our body detox. These at-home detoxes are easy to implement into…
Signs of Dehydration in Children: How to Tell if Your Kids Are Dehydrated and What to Do About It!
Do you know the MOST important nutrient in the human body? There are a lot of really good ones like magnesium, calcium, and Vitamin C.…
Sleep Is the New Kale (But Better!) 8 Ways to Improve Sleep Quality
I’ve never in my life had much trouble falling asleep, possibly because sleep deprivation has been something I’ve erroneously worn as a badge of honor…
Symptoms of Low Blood Sugar in Kids (and How to Avoid “Hangry” Meltdowns!)
That uncomfortable feeling, the cross between hunger and anger, it’s “HANGER”! It can be triggered by low blood sugar in kids – and adults too.…
What is Diastasis Recti and What Can You Do About It?
It happened to me. The thing no mom ever wants to happen. I heard those words: “I didn’t know you were expecting!” Then the uncomfortable…
Long-Term Side Effects From Antibiotics {Plus a Gut Protecting Recipe}
This is a guest post from Dr. Ana-Maria Temple, MD of dranamaria.com. It’s that time of the year where we see lots of sicknesses and…
Probiotics are Only Half the Picture: Feed Your Microbiome With Prebiotics
What’s the difference between prebiotics vs. probiotics? What is a probiotic? Read on to find out! This is a guest post from Catherine Clinton, ND…
7 Health Benefits of Intermittent Fasting and Tips to Get Started Today
Intermittent fasting has many benefits, and it’s easy to get started — no complicated diets to remember like planning for a Whole30, and no expensive…
What’s on Your Kids’ Feet Impacts How They Eat | Why Minimalist Shoes are Important for Digestion
Does your posture affect your digestion? It isn’t something we think about, but our posture impacts our entire body, including how we eat. Since our…
Continuous Cervical Mucus Makes NFP Tough!
Irregular cycles? Real heavy periods? You’re not alone — continuous sticky yellow cervical mucus, heavy periods, and irregular length cycles all make NFP charting very…
All This White Sugar is Harming Our Kids: Here’s What We Can Do About It!
This is a guest post from Jess Sherman, RHN of Raising Resilience. I hear a lot of worry and confusion from parents about sugar, like:…
Why Weight Loss SHOULDN’T Be Your New Year’s Resolution | Digesting Well is More Important Than Losing Weight
Do you know what is happening on January 1, 2020? Nothing! Absolutely nothing. Maybe you’re going shopping or watching football with a favorite game day…