So, what is cortisol and why is it so important? Many people think of cortisol as just the “stress hormone”, but that is not its main role in the human body. Cortisol is primarily the body’s protective mechanism to keep your glucose levels from...
As we age, 2 factors become increasingly important, memory and mobility.Addressing poor bone health is the most important way to preserve mobility in the aging population. Over 200 million people are affected by osteoporosis globally. This affects 1 in 3 women and...
According to the NIH (National Institutes of Health), perimenopause describes the time in a woman’s life when menstrual periods become irregular as she approaches menopause. This can begin 3-5 years (or up to 10 years) before menopause and is often marked by...
According to the Department of Agriculture, processed foods are any raw agricultural commodities that have been washed, cleaned, milled, cut, chopped, heated, pasteurized, blanched, cooked, canned, frozen, dried, dehydrated, mixed or packaged. Basically, a process...
With the advancement of technology, the accessibility and convenience of virtual nutrition sessions has opened new doors for individuals seeking support for autoimmune disorders, cardiovascular disease, weight loss, gut health, hormone imbalance and other...
We are halfway through the first quarter of the new year and many of us are still excited about our ambitious weight loss resolutions. Gym memberships are up, we are filling our grocery carts with fresh fruits and vegetables, doing more meal prepping and watching our...
