Water - did you know it's just as important in the winter time as it is in the summer? Yet, we do not consume anywhere near enough! Often we wonder why we are so tired, depressed, anxious, or constipated, when the answer could be so simple. The recommended daily water intake varies for each person and depends on factors such as health status, physical activity level, and climate. However a common guideline is to drink half your bodyweight in ounces of water per day. (100lb person should drink 50 oz a day) It is important to note that individual needs may differ, and it's essential to listen to your body’s thirst cues and adjust your water intake accordingly. Additionally, certain...
When was the last time you put yourself FIRST? Inside all of us, beneath the surface of all life’s problems, lies a deep peace. Yet how often do we take the time for ourselves to stop, sit and experience silence or stillness. In our lives with busy schedules and agendas, it seems too easy to put ourselves last, never making time to unwind, relax and reset yet wondering why we feel so exhausted. Exhausted, but yet can’t sleep, and are often moody and short with our loved ones ~ living our lives in a state where mental health is at an all time low. It makes sense that the less time we make for our own well being our reality...
Low thyroid function is probably one of most commonly asked about conditions in my practice. And with good reason as the rates of hypothyroidism (aka low thyroid) are skyrocketing. I very occasionally see hyperthyroidism (Grave’s disease) but this is much less common, and so I will focus on the more common hypothyroidism in this blog. Symptoms of low thyroid function are many and diverse, but some of the most common ones are unrelenting fatigue, weight gain/in ability to lose weight, constipation, dry skin, hair loss especially the lateral ⅓ of the eyebrows, anxiety/depression, high cholesterol and strangely enough, chronic hives. Even with all of these symptoms it can be a challenge to be properly diagnosed as conventional medicine will typically...
There are so many healing teas on the market that it is hard to know which ones to choose. All of the Harmony Tea Co blends have a specific purpose, in addition to tasting great.
The Thyroid Balance Blend is a combination of a number of thyroid supporting herbs such as Rhodiola, Ashwagandha, Eleuthrococcus and Ginger that have been combined with other nourishing herbs into a delicious Chai flavored blend.
2 cups a day has helped many of my patients improve their overall energy and metabolism by supporting their thyroid function.
These muffins are truly incredible, if I do say myself. Not only are they delicious, they are super easy to make. Full of protein these can be a breakfast in a pinch or a blood sugar balancing afternoon snack. Enjoy! Ingredients: 4 eggs 1 apple (grated) 3 carrots (grated ) ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup 2 tsp pure vanilla 2 cups almond flour 1 cup shredded coconut ½ cup walnuts ½ cup goji berries (dried) or raisins 2 tsp cinnamon 2 scoops vanilla protein powder ½ tsp baking soda 1 tsp baking powder ½ tsp sea salt Directions: Mix wet ingredients in a bowl. Mix dry in a separate bowl. Combine wet and dry- mixing well Preheat oven to...
