PIZZA! This is the #1 food that I hear patients say they are missing when they begin a gluten and dairy free diet. I will be honest, it is mine too! I have tried many ways of reinventing a pizza crust (almond flour, cauliflower, etc.) and in no way did they EVER leave me satisfied or
Move over, summer–a new school year is coming! Here are some important reminders on how to stay healthy as the kids head back to the classroom. 1) Adequate Sleep One of the most important school health issue for most kids is getting enough sleep –about 10 to 11 hours a ni
Why to pack a lunch: 1. it’s cheaper. 2. it’s healthier. 3. it tastes better! Packing a lunch may not be the easy way, but keeping your health goals in focus is the first key to staying motivated. It is also a great feeling to have control over what you and the kids eat! B
Although it’s called a vitamin, vitamin D really is a hormone. Vitamins are not produced by your body, we get them from dietary sources, whereas vitamin D is made in your body. It is your body’s only source of calcitrol (activated vitamin D), a potent steroid hormone in the body. Like
Interested in healthy living? Looking for your next great read while you are out catching up on some Vitamin D? Look no further! “Brain Maker” by David Perlmutter, MD Dr. Perlmutter explains the potent interplay between intestinal microbes and the brain, describing how the
What is leaking? Where is it leaking and why? It just sounds gross! Is waste just leaking into the rest of my body? Well, it is not far off! Leaky Gut can appear as fatigue, anxiety, depression, digestive symptoms, weight problems, and other serious conditions. It has been found to be
1. Spaghetti Squash Gives You a Big Bang for Your Nutritional Buck To keep your gut functioning optimally and immunity high, you’ve got to “eat the rainbow.” That means plenty of veggies in a variety of colors – green, purple, red, yellow, orange. When you add spaghetti squash’s sunny
1. Fruit Juice Many people think of fruit juice as healthy, but it’s important to be aware of the sugar content. One cup of orange juice can pack 21 grams of sugar. Even green juice can have a ton of sugar if it’s sweetened with fruit juice. Another common mix up is that when you loo
Please join us on Thursday May 28th 3-7 pm for our Spring Open House! We will have light snacks, refreshments, massage giveaways and discounts on spa services booked during the event!