WHY MAGNESIUM MATTERS Magnesium plays a huge role in overall relaxation and has been referred to as “the original chill pill” for its benefits in reducing anxiety and HPA axis over-reactivity as well as physical symptoms like cramping and neuromuscular tension. It plays a role in protein synthesis, blood sugar control, cortisol regulation, energy metabolism…
TOP ANXIETY SUPPLEMENTS Since putting out the Anti-Anxiety Diet, I have had more people inquiring on how to get started with symptom management of anxiety, resilience to stress, and ultimately rebalancing the HPA-axis. The hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal axis (HPA-axis) when in overdrive from chronic stress demand or constant state of worry can keep the body in “reactive”…
COPING WITH KETO FLU People transitioning to a very low carbohydrate diet sometimes experience mild, temporary side effects while their bodies adjust to this major change in their diet. The shift of using glucose as fuel to conversion of ketones as primary fuel source can have different effects. Some transition with ease while others go…
APHRODISIAC FOODS TO GET YOU IN THE MOOD With Valentine’s Day on the mind, dinner plans might include oysters, dark chocolate and red wine to set the mood. Many foods have been buzzed about as aphrodisiacs and the history of some of these foods used for fertility actually goes back to ancient times. A healthy…
KETO LAVENDER HOT COCOA FOOD AS MEDICINE Lavender is commonly used in essential oil diffusers or for topical application to reduce stress and aid in restful sleep, but it can also be ingested if in a quality form like a food grade essential oil or tea. The raw cacao used in this beverage provides magnesium…
DARK CHOCOLATE SUPERFOOD BARK FOOD AS MEDICINE When choosing a chocolate bar or chocolate chips, always look for at least 70% cacao and no soy lecithin! The antioxidants in cacao exceed red wine and even green tea. Cacao is high in magnesium, which can help to lower blood pressure and relax muscles. This homemade dark…
“NUTELLA” HOT CHOCOLATE FOOD AS MEDICINE: Our hot chocolate has the decadent taste of Nutella without all of the artificial flavors and preservatives! When choosing a chocolate bar, always look for at least 70% cacao, like the Theo’s brand used in this recipe. The antioxidants in cacao exceed red wine and even green tea. Cacao…
STRESS AND DIGESTION Throughout people’s quest for the ideal diet and ultimate wellness, many underestimate the importance of the mind when evaluating their health. One of the first things that I ask my clients is to rank their stress level and determine the primary causes of stress in their lives. Following an assessment of how…
GREEN BEAN SALAD 2 WAYS FOOD-AS-MEDICINE: GREEN BEANS/STRING BEANS GREEN BEANS ARE TREATMENT FOR: Heart and blood vessels Cancer Osteoporosis (bone health) Stress management Green beans are a rich source of phytocompounds including carotenoids, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. High in folic acid, fiber, and B vitamins, they work to protect our heart improving vessel health.…
