When we think about health, we often focus on what’s happening outside—how we look, what we eat, or how much we exercise. But some of the most powerful influences on our well-being are happening deep within us, in the microscopic world of the human microbiota. What is...
In today’s world, more and more women are turning to technology to better understand their bodies. There are some great apps out there to help with cycle tracking, but new technologies are coming as well. Hormone monitors are one of the most powerful tools available...
Pregnancy is a transformative journey that requires intentional nutrition, lifestyle choices, and medical support to ensure both maternal and fetal health. Functional medicine takes a root-cause approach, addressing nutritional deficiencies, metabolic imbalances, and...
*This post was originally posted in 2023* Recently, my kids have been participating in track meets and swim meets, or long tournament days, where we have targeted nutrition more deeply. I see athletes eating bags of candy throughout a meet and would like to encourage...
Please Don’t Give My Kid Gatorade… and a Bag of Chips for Standing Around! All of the sports and activities kids participate in nowadays seem to include a snack after the game or event. But after eating a hearty breakfast and heading off to t-ball...
