Reality TVs Biggest Losers Fail to Maintain Weight Loss. Here’s Why.
Reality TVs Biggest Losers Fail to Maintain Weight Loss. Here’s Why.
The Skin Microbiome
The gut microbiome has gotten much well-deserved attention, likewise with the emerging focus on the oral microbiome. By comparison, research and clinical attention towards the skin microbiome has been scant
Got Cravings? It Could Be Your Gut Talking
Got cravings? Have food cravings ever left you feeling powerless? Like the time you ate a big bowl of ice cream or a piece of chocolate cake only to feel guilty about it for the rest of the day? Well, go easy on yourself – there may be a good reason why you caved in, and it has nothing to do with willpower.
David Ludwig, MD, PhD on Ideal Insulin, Ketosis, Calorie Counting and Weight Loss Resistance
After podcasting with Dr. David Ludwig, I had a few more questions and shot him a couple of emails. I appreciate his thoughtful responses. Here’s what he had to say about calorie counting, ketosis, ideal insulin levels and weight loss resistance. — Kara Fitzgerald.
The Stress Impact & 5 Smart Ways to Reduce It
The body’s stress response is an adaptation for survival that was essential for helping us perform under high stress situations to improve our odds of survival.
Organochlorines and Brain Toxicity – What Can We Do?
Organochlorines can be regularly detected in our population and environment and they are directly toxic to the brain even at low levels of exposure.
Oral Allergy Syndrome: What It Is + 6 Ways To Improve It
Do you ever get a tingling, itchy, or scratchy tongue or throat after eating certain raw fruits, vegetables, nuts, or seeds? You aren’t alone. In fact, there’s actually a term for this: oral allergy syndrome (OAS).
Poor Sleep: A Contributor to Obesity, Heart Disease & Depression
Sleep. We all need it.
But according to the National Sleep Foundation, 35% of Americans regularly report they don’t get a good night’s sleep. NSP reported that as many as 60% of people report having trouble sleeping a few nights a week or more.
Unfortunately, it may be more than just an inconvenience. We’ve all experienced sleep deprivation detrimental effect on mental and physical performance. This is a significant contributing factor to motor vehicle and work-related accidents resulting in injuries or death.
Kids’ Nutrition and Natural ADHD Strategies
Dianne Rishikof, RD, LDN, and Integrative and Functional Nutritionist talks with us about how to raise healthy kids using a foundation of sound nutrition. We love Dianne’s practical approach to working with families—really helping them navigate some of the potential challenges that stand in the way of getting kids to eat to support their own…
Easy Hummus Recipe Video
This easy hummus tutorial video is quick and simple and easy to follow along. Of course, this recipe is free of gluten, dairy and soy.
