Most people know that consuming too much sugar is a risk factor for many health conditions, but sugar free alternatives are not always safer. Today we will discuss the side effects of artificial sweeteners. There are so many different types of sugar-free sweeteners being used in products today, and it can certainly cause some confusion. […]
How Gut Health Can Affect Our Weight
Did you know that our gut health can affect our weight? Our gut microbiome is important for many reasons, but today we will talk about how imbalances of gut bacteria can affect our weight and hunger levels. We will also discuss how manipulating the gut microbiota could facilitate weight loss or prevent obesity in humans. […]
Why Gut Health Is So Important
There’s a good chance you’ve at least heard the term “gut health” by now. While it may seem like a new fad or health trend to talk about, there is a good reason why many practitioners and health professionals are focusing their attention on this area of health. In this post, we will discuss why […]
How Endocrine Disruptors Affect Our Hormones
In today’s world we are exposed to an increasingly high number of endocrine disruptors from the environment, the food we eat, and skin care products. Today we will be talking about how these chemicals can have a negative effect on our hormones. An endocrine disruptor is any chemical that interferes with the body’s endocrine system. […]
Spring Cleaning
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, spring is the season to cleanse the liver. During the winter months, we tend to eat heavier foods, reduce our activity, and conserve energy. But once spring emerges from the shadows and we see everything around us start to bloom, we find our bodies wanting to feel the same sense of […]