Your hair and nails aren't just about vanity—they're actually some of your body's most honest messengers. When they're brittle, breaking, or your hair is falling out in clumps, your body is waving a red flag that something deeper is going on. Why This Happens: Think of your hair and nails as "luxury organs." Your body is smart—it prioritizes survival organs (heart, brain, liver) over aesthetic ones. So when your hair and nails start struggling, it's usually because your body

Why Fiber Is Essential for Hormone Balance, Detox & Metabolism (Not Just Digestion)

After years of working with clients dealing with everything from stubborn digestive issues to hormonal chaos, I've noticed something interesting: the most transformative changes often come from the simplest practices. Sure, I love diving deep into comprehensive lab work, analyzing GI MAP results, and creating customized supplement protocols. But before we get into all that there are three foundational practices I recommend to nearly every single client. And honestly, if you'

I get it—Amazon is convenient. Prime shipping, competitive prices, and everything you need in one place. But when it comes to supplements, that convenience could be costing you way more than money. Let me be clear: I'm not trying to push products on you. I became a Functional Supplement Specialist specifically because the supplement world is confusing as hell , and I wanted to make sure what I recommend to my clients actually works. What I'm about to share comes from that ed

Let's be real—the holidays can be magical, but they can also be absolutely exhausting. Between the endless to-do lists, family gatherings, cookie exchanges, and trying to keep up with everything else in your life, it's no wonder so many of us end up running on fumes come January. But here's the thing: you don't have to white-knuckle your way through the season. With the right support for your sleep and stress response, you can actually enjoy the holidays (imagine that!) inste

If you've been battling stubborn acne and feel like you've tried everything topically with little success, it's time to look deeper—literally. The answer to clearer skin might not be in your medicine cabinet, but in your gut. The connection between digestive health and skin conditions like acne isn't just alternative wellness talk. It's backed by emerging research showing that the health of your microbiome directly influences inflammation, hormone regulation, and ultimately,

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Is a Sluggish Thyroid Behind Your Fatigue & Unexplained Weight Gain? Plus: The Full Thyroid Lab Panel Your Doctor Should Be Running, and How to Support Your Thyroid Naturally.

Cholesterol isn’t the enemy. Learn what your lipid panel is really telling you and how to naturally support healthy levels by addressing root causes to your elevated cholesterol markers.

Your gut and your immune system are intricately connected. If your gut health is off, you're much more prone to experiencing symptoms like getting sick often, sinus congestion, allergies, skin problems, autoimmune illness and more!

You’ve probably heard the saying “trust your gut” — but did you know there’s real science behind it? Your gut and brain are in constant...

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A Nutritionists Clean Eating Game Plan for Watching the Super Bowl.

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What is SIBO and what you can do about it.

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Discover my top tips for keeping your skin happy and healthy, including ingredients to avoid in sunscreens, my favorite non-toxic skin care