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Radish and Radish leaves support digestion Radishes and radish leaves are high in a fiber called soluble fiber. When consumed, soluble fiber moves slowly through the digestive system, absorbing water and forming a gel-like substance that can help create formed stools and improve consistency. Soluble fiber along with adequate fluid and physical activity can help…

Your Morning Oats Need a Makeover  Our  social media feed is often filled with beautiful, colorful “wellness bowls.” These bowls often contain some combination of oatmeal, sliced bananas, a honey drizzle, and a pool of almond or peanut butter. While these morning bowls certainly look delicious and comforting, this combination of carbohydrates and fat may…

Why do we need omega 3s? Omega-3 fats are an integral part of cell membranes in our entire body. They provide the starting point for making hormones that regulate blood clotting, artery walls, inflammation, and genetic function. They have been shown to help prevent heart disease and stroke, may help control lupus, eczema, and rheumatoid…

Seaspiracy certainly has one takeaway we can all agree upon: our current methods of mass-farming and overconsumption of animal products are harmful to both ourselves and the environment. We can also all agree that commercial fishing, as shown in the documentary, is damaging our oceans and our health. However, each person’s food choices are individual…

What is Spirulina? Spirulina is a type of cyanobacteria that has been consumed historically by ancient civilizations and has more recently been studied for its nutrient composition, health benefits, use in pharmaceuticals, and use in the food industry. I’m usually skeptical of any “superfoods” but spirulina seems to be the real deal. Let’s find out…

Earlier this month we spoke about how fiber is the key to good gut health. We want to get as much from whole foods sources like vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, and legumes. However, sometimes we need a little boost. This is where fiber powders come in. Here are the best ones and how you can…

Talking about your Gut (AKA your large intestine), can be pretty taboo. But recent discoveries show that we need to talk about it STAT.  Our microbiome (the trillions of bacteria that live in our colon) is related to our health in many ways – including hormone regulation, immune function, neurotransmitter production, and even weight loss. …

Experiencing some digestive issues? Check. Working out and eating healthily, but you just can’t seem to shed that extra fat? Check. These narratives are common – but why?   Well, it might have something to do with your thyroid – the butterfly shaped gland in your neck that controls metabolism.    Read on to find…

In our first blog about hypothyroidism, we talked about why the thyroid is important, how it affects your metabolism, symptoms of hypothyroidism, and how to test for it (we recommend checking that one out before you read this one).    We mentioned that hypothyroidism limits weight loss and slows digestion – but you might be…

The term “Organic” has been thrown around in the wellness world for quite some time now, but what does it really mean? Organic food refers to the farming practices that limit the use of synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and GMO seeds..Research has shown that these compounds are harmful to human health and the environment, thus pushing…