For starters, the most common problem foods contain:sugarrefined oilsprocessed ingredientsWhile enjoyable in moderation under normal circumstances, cutting down on foods with these ingredients and making healthier swaps will help anybody start feeling better. Unfortunately we sometimes still experience unpleasant symptoms, even after making healthy changes. This is where you need to do some research and […]
THE DIGESTIVE SYSTEM FUNCTIONS IN A VERY INTRICATE WAY.From the first bite to passing what’s left out the other end…..The food you eat goes through many steps in the digestion process. Any problem along the way down will have a ripple effect. If you have digestive issues after eating, or if you feel great in […]
YOUR SYMPTOMS MAY BE CAUSED BY FOOD SENSITIVITIES.If you have…muscle + joint painarthritisheadachesmigrainesfatiguebrain foganxietyitchy skinwater retention…it’s likely that you’re reacting to a food.The truth is, it’s actually quite common to have sensitivities to multiple foods. Even healthy foods like salmon or watermelon can trigger a food sensitivity.You may be familiar with IgE food allergies (the […]
THE LINING OF YOUR INTESTINE IS LIKE A THIN WINDOW SCREEN.If you poke holes in it, bugs will enter your house. That’s exactly what happens in a leaky gut. The cells that line your intestine are supposed to be joined tightly to one another. If these tight junctions loosen, bacteria/other microbes, their toxins, undigested foods […]
Tell me one person you know that doesn’t experience any stress? I bet you can’t 😉 We ALL experience stress. Some stress is good…. but when we experience too much, bad things start to happen!Stress can be external from things such as….- work- money- relationships- dietIt can also be internal from things such as…- mood […]
At this point, when it come to resolving your gut issues, you have a choice to make…. You can: 1- Do nothing, tolerate the discomfort/pain and keep letting it affect your quality of life..2- Try to figure it out on your own.Spend hours googling symptoms + researching thousands of websites.Spend time and money here and […]
There have been animal studies showing effects on the gut microbiome, dysbiosis (an imbalance of bacteria), blood sugar issues + weight gain…but these don’t translate to humans. Human studies of artificial sweeteners are inconsistent: some show it’s beneficial as a sugar alternative, others show it’s NO good! Our gut is like a fingerprint – no […]
Collagen is the most abundant protein found in humans and animals. Gelatin is a clear, tasteless product derived from cooking collagen from animal parts. You may have noticed when you make bone broth there is a congealed layer – this is gelatin! Gelatin is 98% protein, however not a complete protein as it is missing […]
MOVEMENT (more than a bowel movement ;)) – aim for 20 minutes of movement a day! Get outside for a walk and enjoy the weather!! FLAXSEED – add 1-2 TBSP of flaxseed to your diet daily. I love to include flax in pancake form. Search “Regular” Gluten Free Pancakes for a yummy recipe! (When increasing […]
When I originally created this recipe I made it with “zoodles” you know – zucchini noodles…. but I have learned that NOTHING can replace REAL noodles. This was at a time when I feared carbs and thought they were “bad” for me. I have learned so much since and although veggies do have carbs – […]
If you have been around a while, you probably know my first baby Ruby and might have read Ruby’s birth story. Although different I loved both birthing experiences in their own way. I love hearing and reading birth stories so heres one for you who love the same! But maybe you are just here for […]
“I have gas up to my shoulders!” My great grandma would always say…somewhat jokingly but I’ll be honest with you, I can 100% relate to this. I’ve had the feeling of gas up to my shoulders + it’s AWFUL! What is bloating? Most people describe bloating as feeling full, tight, or swollen in the abdomen. […]
This smoky chili is packed with nutrients and will provide you plenty of fibre, healthy fats, and protein, along with vitamins and minerals like iron, zinc and magnesium – all supportive to promote a good gut! Beans are packed with the good stuff. They’re high in fiber (a half-cup serving has about 5 grams), which […]
Chronic inflammation occurs when these aggressors are chronic and on going. By simply eating anti-inflammatory foods or taking anti-inflammatory drugs we are reducing the pain but not fixing the problem. We are willing to throw our money at a quick fix, but are we willing to put in the work to actually address the WHY? […]