Nutrition / 72 posts found
Top Ten Hormone Balancing Foods.
When hormones are out of balance, we can experience a wide range of issues from headaches, weight gain, PMS, fertility, hair loss, our ability to cope with stress to anxiety and more. Hormones help with growth, metabolism, mood and sexual function and metabolism. Food is a fantastic tool when dealing with hormone imbalances and today, I will share 10 best hormone balancing foods with you. Before you include hormone-balancing foods into your diet, you need to know which ones are too high or too low. I recommend working with a health practitioner, who can help you assess your […]
Facts About Anxiety and How to Overcome It.
I remember that day when I was driving through Europe while on vacation, and we missed the exit. I was so exhausted from driving that I literally freaked out. I had an anxiety attack, more so actually a panic attack. I couldn’t do breath, and I couldn’t talk. Nothing could stop that then… I was so scared. I didn’t even know what happened then until I’ve heard someone talking about it and I put all the pieces together. I have been suffering from anxiety form my early childhood, and I had no clue what it was. I was making […]
What is Cycle Syncing and Does it Work?
Ever feel like you’re going crazy? Like you are crying for no reason, like the world is about to end? Do you feel like a slave to your hormones? Well, ladies, It’s not your imagination. Ecstatic one second crying the next, horny like nothing else at times, then don’t want to be close to the men? Us women can have so much energy at times, then none at all and we can point fingers to all of it to our menstrual cycle. Fluctuations during menstrual cycle play an important role in our appetite, emotional state, thought process and more. […]
5 Herbs to Naturally Balance Hormones
Our body works in a very complex yet systematic manner. Too often our hormones are out of balance and we desire a natural route to bring the body back into homeostasis. Herbs are a great option when it comes to maintaining hormonal balance in the body. There are certain herbs that can support hormone production. Remember, even if an herb is natural, it is suggested to work with a professional. I also suggest getting your hormones tested with a professional as well. Ashwagandha This is a very useful herb that has several applications in Ayurveda medicine. It is a […]
Why Chewing Your Food Properly Is Important for Your Overall Health and Wellbeing
Did you know that you should chew your food a minimum 15 times before swallowing. In some cases upwards of 30-40 times! When it comes to chewing your food a good rule of thumb is to chew till food has turned to liquid and well-mixed with saliva; a piece of hard vegetable will take longer to be chewed properly compared to a piece of soft fruit. There are 4 key benefits to chewing food properly that increases overall health and wellbeing. Let’s go through them: Enables the right amount of food eaten. Research has shown that chewing […]
Understanding Fermented Foods – Your Quick Guide to Choosing the Ones That Are Right for You
Fermented foods are unique. For many years, fermenting was considered just a way to preserve food. Now we know that fermenting allows beneficial bacteria and sometimes yeast strains to build up in the food, turning it into a powerhouse of nutrients that helps the gut and the rest of the body. Research does exist for fermented foods, plus there is a lot of historical information as to how they have been used in the past. Most fermented foods are made with an anaerobic process, meaning the good bacteria build up lactic acid bacteria and other acids […]
Discovering the 3 Best Steps to Better Gut Health & Well-Being.
In a perfect world we would all have known more about the beneficial microbes in and on our body and how to look after them. We would know how to feed them, and we would be reaping the amazing health they help us achieve. Unfortunately, that is not the world we live in, and many of us live with results of poor gut management and the symptoms that go with it – gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, and inflammation. This is a complex issue, and what we know is that poor gut health is being linked as a […]
Digestive enzymes anyone?
Digestive enzymes are great! They help you digest food and when taken in between meals help reduce inflammation. Not all of them are created equal though, and not everybody should be taking them. As a practitioner, I find that most people with digestive issues would like to jump straight into using a supplement. They are looking for a “magic pill” for everything without trying different options first. I like to try other strategies first. It is worth to mention that some supplements can be harmful if misused and can have interactions with drugs and other supplements. […]
Natural Remedies for Travelers
Summer is here! I gathered for you a handful of information on how to quickly deal with the most common problems that can affect our loved ones and ourselves during the summer days. First of all – always in my travel medicine cabinet I have a small bottle of propolis, and a bottle of tea tree oil. These are my essential natural medicines with far-reaching effects. But not only that. Good weather is conducive to rest but also to many activities outdoors. I like to enjoy every opportunity when I get the fresh air! What comes […]
The Impact Dairy Has on Your Skin
From lattes and ice cream to pizza and cheeseburgers, dairy is pervasive in the standard Western diet, considered both a staple and a necessary comfort food ingredient. In the United States, the Federal nutrition policy developed by the USDA and the Department for Health and Human Services recommends Americans consume two to three servings of dairy daily as part of a healthy, well-balanced diet. However, exposure of mass agricultural practices suggest that not all dairy products are created equally and the quality of dairy products may differ drastically based on the presence of growth hormones and antibiotics administered […]