The One Supplement I Never Recommend

The One Supplement I Never Recommend

Our bodies rely on many different vitamins and minerals in order to sustain life.  Iron is one of those. It’s necessary for life but too much is not a good thing. Even if someone is actually low in iron, I have never actually recommended an iron supplement. Iron is a...
The Fats that Destroy Health

The Fats that Destroy Health

In the last post, I explained the different types of fats and what might make them “good” or “bad.”  Now it’s time to dive a little deeper on the fats that destroy health. These are the polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) that make you feel tired, inflamed, and in...
The Truth about Fats

The Truth about Fats

Let’s set the record straight on what fats are considered “good” and which ones are “bad.”  If you listen to the standard dietary advice you’ll be led to believe that animal fats are mostly bad and plant sources of fats are good. I know you don’t want to just listen...
Are you eating enough protein?

Are you eating enough protein?

Most people are not eating enough protein.  When you consume foods high in protein, they break down into amino acids which serve as building blocks for muscles, organs, cells, enzymes, antibodies, brain neurotransmitters, hormones and more. In short, every single cell...
3 Steps for a Successful Detox

3 Steps for a Successful Detox

In the last post, I gave a simplified explanation of the detoxification pathways. Now, let’s look at how to actually support your body’s detoxification pathways safely. If you’ve wondered about going on a “detox,” this is what you need to know! There are several...

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