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Inflammation and Joint Pain

Inflammation and joint pain can negatively impact many areas of a person's life, from their physical health, to their work, hobbies, and social activities, to their mental health and emotional well-being. Inflammation is a complex physiological process that occurs as a response to injury or infection. It is characterized by redness, swelling, warmth, pain, and sometimes loss of function in the affected area. The purpose of inflammation is to initiate the healing process by increasing blood flow and immune cell recruitment to the site of injury or infection.[...]

Health & Nutrition

Eating Healthy On A Budget

One of the biggest challenges for many people interested in improving their gut health and balancing their blood sugar levels is how to eat healthy on a budget.And I totally get it. Eating healthy can sometimes feel like an expensive endeavor, and it's easy to get discouraged when you see the high price tags on organic produce and grass-fed meats…and over the last few years everyone’s grocery bill has gone up no matter how you’re eating.But fear not! With a little bit of planning and some smart shopping strategies, you CAN eat healthily and nourish your body[...]

Health & Nutrition, Recipes & Videos

Homemade Chai Tea Concentrate

If we haven’t met yet, I’m a HUGE fan of tea. There are so many reasons why I drink tea almost every day. We live in a world that can be so toxic and polluted and I’m all for doing everything we can to combat the external stressors we’re exposed to everyday! Because it’s full of powerful antioxidants, tea is a great way to offset some of that stress, and offers many other health benefits for your mind and body. I love tea in all its forms - from the simple beauty of a perfectly steeped cup, to more “decadent” concoctions like a creamy chai tea la[...]

Health & Nutrition, Recipes & Videos

Pumpkin Pecan Snack Cake

Fall is baking season, and my favorite time of year. Since pumpkin is one of the prominent stars of the show right now, I decided to whip up something simple and lightly sweet to celebrate the change of seasons that wasn’t a pumpkin pie…Enter: Pumpkin Pecan Snack Cake.One of the great things about pumpkin is that its flavor not only makes things taste delicious — including cookies, muffins, breads, and lattes — but pumpkins, like most winter squashes, are rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants!Most parts of a pumpkin are edible, and each part offers s[...]

Health & Nutrition

Is Collagen The Solution to Leaky Gut?

Collagen has become a popular supplement in recent years, and is one of my favorite supplements to use daily both for myself and for my clients who are dealing with gut issues. But does it really work and should you be taking it if you have gut issues? The short answer is yes, with a few contraindications that I’ll share with you in a little bit. But first, let’s talk about what leaky gut is and what collagen actually does in your body. What is Leaky Gut? By now, almost everyone has heard of leaky gut. And if you experience digestive or health issues, it[...]

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Candida: What You Need to Know

Candida and candidiasis have been pop phrases in the natural health space for at least a couple of decades. Even I have fallen victim to the fear that comes with self diagnosing a candida infection and then trying to treat it on your own!All the information out there can be overwhelming, so I want to clear the air about candida infections – common symptoms, what kinds of tests you can use to get clear results (because self diagnosing is not the way to go), and some dietary tips to get you started on your healing journey.What is Candida?Candida albicans is a fung[...]

Health & Nutrition, Recipes & Videos, Supplements

The Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar (and How to Make ACV Gummies at Home)

The benefits of Apple cider vinegar are plenty, and this pungent liquid has been used for centuries as a folk and home remedy. The good news is that now we actually have science to back up the purported benefits so we can use it with confidence. The bad news is that most people can’t tolerate the taste of simply drinking it, so they miss out on all the amazing benefits of ACV!Luckily, there are many other options these days to get in a daily dose of apple cider vinegar like capsules (I personally love this brand) and gummies. Store bought ACV gummies often have[...]

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Causes and Natural Cures for Your Constipation

One question I get all of the time is, “Kelsey, why can’t I poop?!”Constipation is a pretty common problem. Up to 33% of adults experience constipation, with that number increasing with age. If you have fewer than 3 bowel movements a week, or if you have pain or difficulty when you do have a bowel movement, keep reading.For most people, constipation rarely causes complications other than being temporarily uncomfortable, but people with long-term constipation can develop:Hemorrhoids (piles)Anal fissures, or tears in the intestinal lining from pushing too hard[...]

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H Pylori: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Oftentimes people with digestive troubles try changing their diet and supporting digestion with supplements and still can’t get any relief. In some cases, doing these things may even make symptoms worse! When this happens, a gut infection is usually the culprit. In fact, almost every client I’ve worked with has had a gut health infection! Gut infections occur when an outside invader (sometimes referred to as a “pathogen”) takes hold within your system and begins to wreak havoc on your body. Infections can be caused by bacteria, viruses, yeast, fungus[...]

Health & Nutrition, Recipes & Videos

Buckwheat Pancakes with Blueberry Compote⁣

They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but I say it can also be the most delicious! Whether it's having a solid, healthy breakfast to start the day or making breakfast for dinner, breakfast foods are one of the best food groups I did so many tests to finally get a good paleo-friendly, gluten-free pancake recipe that's ACTUALLY fluffy, and this is the winner right here!Since perfecting these buckwheat pancakes, I’ve made them on a regular basis and I’m pretty sure it’s going to remain a weekend breakfast staple for a long time to come.[...]

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