Understanding the 24 Hour Urinalysis

Understanding the 24 Hour Urinalysis

Understanding the 24 Hour Urinalysis is key to balancing the body and reducing stress from tissues and organs. The key insight is determining optimal digestion.  I work primarily with women who typically want to balance their hormones and lose weight. The number one insight to understanding their health is that it is extremely difficult to balance the hormones until we balance the gut. Truly, balancing the gut is the first step before working towards rebalancing the body from any health condition. The 24-hour urinalysis collection provides information on what a person can absorb, assimilate and digest as well as nutrient deficiencies.  The test is prognostic, not diagnostic. These…

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What are the Key Components of Gut Health – Listen to Your Body

What are the Key Components of Gut Health – Listen to Your Body

What are the key components of gut health? Remember to listen to your body as it leaves us clues.  The gut is the cornerstone of wellness. GI discomfort is often the primary issue or a secondary result of other problems within the body. How do you know if your gut is out of balance? Your gut is most likely out of balance if you experience gas, bloating, belching, stomach pains or soreness, constipation, or diarrhea. There can be numerous other signs but these are the most common. GI discomfort seems to grow as changes in our environment, stress, eating and drinking habits, food supply, medications all impact the…

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A Simple Weight Loss Strategy

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Natural Solutions to Adrenal Fatigue

In 2013, a client came to me sharing that she had been diagnosed with adrenal fatigue.  I had worked with clients that had various health challenges but this was a new one. She was already eating clean and working with an Integrative MD so this was going to be a challenge. The only unique factor was her stress level was extremely high as she was experiencing extreme burnout in her career. To be honest, her symptoms were puzzling.  I kept trying to figure out exactly what it was she was feeling but I just couldn't connect to her symptoms. Usually my clean eating, resting and supporting the digestive process was the answer but in this…

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Benefits of Chia Seeds

Do you know the many benefits of chia seeds? They are truly a superfood.  Many of us have heard of the Chia Pet. Some of us even remember the silly "chi, chi, chia" jingle! But have you heard of eating chia seeds? Chia seeds are one of the most nutritious superfoods known yet so few people are enjoying them. I made this video to help share the beauty of chia seed consumption and I've got loads of chia seed facts below the video. After you've learned a thing or two about the amazing chia seed, get yourself some and add them to your diet for wonderful nutritional benefits. How to Prevent Chronic Disease with the benefits of Chia…

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How to Soak Nuts

How to Soak Nuts

How to Soak Nuts Before we answer how to soak nuts, we must answer why you should.  Nuts and seeds could be wreaking havoc on your digestion as you may not be assimilating them. It is true, nuts and seeds along with grains and legumes contain natural toxic inhibitors to ensure their survival until germination.  Nature has made them indigestible in their dry form. Soaking removes the inhibitors and makes them more digestible allowing your body to utilize more vital nutrients contained within. Benefits of soaking nuts and seeds: Increases enzyme activity Better absorption of nutrients by the body Increased digestibility Soaked nuts and seeds will begin the sprouting process which increases their…

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No Sodium Taco Seasoning

No Sodium Taco Seasoning

No Sodium Taco Seasoning Finding no sodium taco seasoning in the store is almost impossible. So I decided to start making my own that contains real ingredients only.  Also, you'll know that this seasoning does NOT contain preservatives and unsafe additives, dairy or whey that the store-bought packets often do. This is an ingredient list and nutritional facts of a conventional taco seasoning packet. The sodium is 16% (yikes) plus whey (What the label doesn't tell you: hormones, antibiotics, GMOs, glyphosate) and potato starch (more GMOs and glyphosate). The levels are only assuming you eat two tacos. Each time you make a healthier choice, you are protecting your…

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Busyness is Based in Fear

I recently listened to an audio (How Did I Get So Busy) by Valorie Burton that really moved me. It was an aha moment learning that busyness is based in fear. My goal this year is, believe it or not, to do LESS.  Don't get me wrong, I want to help more people but want to find ways of reaching more without overextending myself in the process.  I have come to the conclusion that if I don't practice self-care, I will not be able to serve those who need it most. Busyness is often based on fear.  I heard the words but never really equated busyness with fear.…

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Summer Squash and White Beans

Summer Squash and White Beans

Wondering what to do with an excess of summer vegetables--zucchini, summer squash, fresh tomatoes? Summer squash and white beans saute is the perfect solution. Protein-rich white beans and summer squash make for a delicious and hearty dish. This sauté is endlessly versatile and works well with eggplant, peppers, or corn. Ingredients (use organic when possible) 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1 medium onion, halved and sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced 1 medium yellow summer squash, halved lengthwise and sliced 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano, or 1 teaspoon dried 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 15- or 19-ounce can cannellini…

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