Wellness
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What produce is in season in November?
Eating with the seasons means more flavor, better prices, and natural benefits that match what your body needs as the weather cools. Think pumpkins, sweet potatoes, apples, and pomegranates – these foods help keep energy steady, balance hormones, and even ease PMS. Plus, eating seasonal produce is a simple way to feel more in sync…
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A Functional Medicine Approach to Eczema: The Gut-Skin Connection
Eczema can be a real struggle, especially when lotions and creams just don’t cut it. But what if the answer goes deeper? Research shows a strong link between gut health and eczema. In her video, “A Functional Medicine Approach to Treating Eczema – The Gut-Skin Connection,” Dr. Julie Greenberg dives into how food sensitivities, gut…
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Understanding PCOS: hormones, androgens, and the power of nutrition and lifestyle
As someone who has had PCOS, I know firsthand how overwhelming the condition can be. The irregular periods, the hormonal fluctuations, the struggles with energy and mood. PCOS can feel all-encompassing. But one of the most empowering steps I’ve taken is understanding how this condition works on a physiological level. By knowing what’s happening inside…
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All about carbs, exercise, and hormones for women: what I learned from Lauren Papanos
Recently, I listened to an episode of the Organic Olivia podcast, where host Olivia Amitrano sat down with Lauren Papanos, a dietitian and hormone health expert. They covered a wide range of topics, red light therapy, thyroid health, dairy, and more, but the part that really stood out to me was their discussion around how…
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My healing philosophy
Your body is designed to protect you, to heal, and to automatically correct internal imbalances. It’s an amazing process that has kept us alive and well since the beginning of humanity. When symptoms appear, they’re your body’s way of gently telling you something needs to change. It’s only when these whispers are ignored that they…
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The book that changed my perspective on hormones and female reproductive health
One of my biggest challenges after stopping the pill was dealing with inconsistent and missing periods. Initially, my cycle would only come around every third month, and when it did, it was accompanied by excruciating pain, minimal bleeding, severe PMS, hormonal acne, and a host of other frustrating symptoms. What I realized through this journey…
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What I would do if I had to start over with my skin healing journey
While everyone’s root cause is different, and some people may need specialized testing and professional help (which I’m not certified to provide), there are several key lifestyle changes that helped improve my skin tremendously. Some of these tips have also been covered in My best tips to start healing acne, which could be a good…
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The backstory to my skin challenges: Where it all started
My skin started to break out more frequently when I was in my first year of high school. It was not severe by any means, but like any young teenager, you strongly believe that physical appearance is the most important thing, so your skin can quickly become an insecurity. I was no different. When I…
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Healthy habits I’m taking with me into fall season
September is, without a doubt, my favorite month of the year. The air turns cooler, people come back to the city, and the energy shifts into “let’s make things happen” mode. With the change of seasons, I love the feeling of being ready and grounded in my habits to finish the year strong. There’s something…
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The foundation of health and wellness
Health and wellness advice is everywhere. There’s so much information, so many tips on how to heal this condition or optimize that part of your life, that it can quickly become overwhelming. When I first started learning about health, I felt like I had to make so many changes. My habits were already pretty good,…