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Published for BLK+GRN and on Medium.com While it is important to have a healthy, toxic-free lifestyle at any time in life, the habits that we have when trying to conceive and during pregnancy are vital. Yes, every woman, body, and pregnancy is unique, but there are some solid basics we can be aware of fromContinue…
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The change of seasons in New England is more than just a temperature shift. The days grow shorter, and with that, our body clock adjusts. We may find our sleep to be more restless or fitful, our skin drier than usual, and our bowel movements may become irregular. Our energy may be increased, even leadingContinue…
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Sleep and eating habits, if only we could separate the two. Many of my clients who complain of sleep issues, such as restless nights or working the night shift, have issues with blood sugar control or are overweight. Earlier this week, I wrote a post about our natural body clock and how this can influenceContinue…
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Eating a plant-based diet can put you at risk of low iron. The side effects of low iron, like forgetfulness, fatigue, and irritability, can be prevented by focusing on whole foods that provide iron, folate, B vitamins, and vitamin C. There’s nothing worse than a bad mood that could be prevented by eating right! EnterContinue…
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Symbiosis: the interaction between two different organisms living in close, physical association and to the advantage of both. A healthy gut, in a person enjoying a balanced diet, is full of friendly bacteria living with its human in symbiosis. These bacteria live in one area — the large intestines — and take up camp closeContinue…
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Vegetarian and vegan eating patterns are an excellent approach to improving energy, balancing mood, managing weight, and preventing illness. Although a vegan diet may not be the best for everyone, there are countless benefits to limiting our intake of animal products — for our bodies, the environment, and animal welfare. A lot of good canContinue…
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The body moves to the beat of a circadian rhythm. A circadian rhythm is a roughly 24-hour clock of physiological processes influenced by nature, like sunlight, darkness, and air temperature. Nature’s cues are reinforced by our habits – sleep patterns, timing of meals, physical activity. Keeping these habits in tempo with nature cultivates wellness. Sleeping to waking, research showsContinue…
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Monday’s are stressful. So, like most other problems in life, my first recommended course of action is to use healthy food as a solution. To fight off Monday woes, focus on eating greens all day to support mood and energy balance. These mighty green balls feature kale and lean ground turkey, and are oh-so satisfying,Continue…
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With the weather changing, I can’t help but think of fresh food, whether its planting the fire escape, joining a community garden, or finding my way to a farmers’ market. Learning to eat in season is one of those healthy lifestyle practices that contributes to weight management without emphasizing calories. There’s no reason to force aContinue…
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Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, and oats processed in a shared facility with gluten grains. Gluten is known to damage the intestinal lining of those with gluten intolerance or sensitivity. Exposure to gluten can lead to weight loss, abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, fatigue, forgetfulness, and mood issues such as irritabilityContinue…
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A new review out from the European Journal of Nutrition looks at the gluten-free diet (GFD) and best strategies for success with this way of eating. Oftentimes, people connect carbs with a bad way of eating, and draw a connection between gluten and “bad foods.” But not all gluten-free foods are healthy, let alone nutritionally-adequate substitutes. InContinue…
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