Fatty Liver Most of us have heard of fatty liver being associated with alcoholism or consumption of large quantities of alcohol. But this isn’t the only cause of fatty liver. The vast majority of fatty liver cases today are not related to alcohol consumption, but… Read More »Fatty Liver
Carb Cycling Uses and Benefits Metabolic health requires consideration for eating enough, without eating too much as both ends of the spectrum will interfere with cellular energy production. Carb cycling can be a great strategy for allowing for a wide variety of foods while still benefiting… Read More »Carb Cycling Uses and Benefits
What is Functional Nutrition? When we think about eating, most of us focus on calories and macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, and fats). You’ve likely been given advice to eat a certain number of calories or to get the right balance of these macronutrients. This is what… Read More »What Is Functional Nutrition? Health Beyond Food
Coconut Oil Coconut oil is not exempt from all of the controversy in nutrition – one week you’ll hear all the amazing benefits, the next week you’ll hear that it’s terrible for you and will cause all sorts of health problems. What should you believe? … Read More »Coconut oil – is it good or bad?
All Things Protein Protein is a hotly debated topic – too much is bad, you need more, you need plant based, no you need animal based…what should you do? Protein is vital to health. There are 20 amino acids that make up proteins. 9 must… Read More »All things protein! When, How much, and Why!
Today, we are talking about leaky gut, fatty liver, and fructose. These may seem like totally independent health challenges, but a study published in the Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry shows the direct link! Bacteria, fatty liver, and sugar intake We’ve all heard and can see… Read More »Leaky Gut, Fatty Liver, and Fructose
The American Diabetes Association is commonly looked to for recommendations, advice and information about managing Diabetes. This is an image they posted on Facebook discussing the goal of 7.0% or less hemoglobin A1c for those with type 2 diabetes. The standard diagnostic criteria for prediabetes… Read More »American Diabetes Association Recommendations
“OMG my blood sugars are SO high in the mornings! I just tested before I even got out of bed and it was higher than last night! Why is it so high?!?” I get messages like this online all the time…and I’m happy to report… Read More »OMG – My blood sugars are so high!
Does anything on this list sound familiar?🔺 Fatigue, low energy or energy dips🔺 Irritable or hangry if you don’t eat🔺 Sugar or carb cravings🔺 Feel better after eating or feel best when eating carbs🔺 Tired if you don’t eat or tired after you eat🔺 Stubborn… Read More »Insulin Rises Decades Before Blood Sugar
Blood Sugar Matters Even Without Diabetes Blood Sugar Imbalances Most of us have heard of blood sugar…and likely because you know someone who has type 2 diabetes, type 1 diabetes, or struggles with hypoglycemia (or low blood sugar). We all have sugar in our blood… Read More »Blood Sugar Matters Even Without Diabetes
This week I was featured on The Healthy Healer podcast with Dr Fred Moss. The Healthy Healer Podcast Episode description: Andrea has her own story of how she became a healer. It’s pretty interesting and rather unique as I see it, an opportunity for us… Read More »The Healthy Healer Podcast
Empowering Health Amidst the Hustle: Gut Health, Holistic Practices, and Self-Advocacy Podcast Description: In this episode, join me in a conversation with Andrea Nicholson, a Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist, and Restorative Wellness Practitioner. Explore the intersection of health and success for busy moms and entrepreneurs.… Read More »Conversations with Mayi Lenz podcast
Is Fasting Healthy? Today, we are talking about fasting. We’re going to talk about what it is, what it is not, bust some myths, discuss some benefits and risks, who should NOT fast, who could benefit from fasting…all the things! Let’s dive in. I’d love… Read More »Is Fasting Healthy?
The Bone Coach Podcast Episode information: For most, the word “metabolism” brings thoughts of burning calories and losing weight… But metabolic health is SO much more than that. Surprisingly, even the strength of your bones and the function of your digestive system are linked to metabolic health. Join me for… Read More »The Bone Coach Podcast
