Autumn Harvest Salad with Pomegranate, Toasted Pecans, and Orange-Basil Dressing Recipe Servings: 4 Prep Time: 20 minutes Ingredients For the Salad: 5 cups mixed greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, and baby kale) 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds 1/2 cup toasted pecans 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese (optional, or use a dairy-free alternative) 1 medium apple, thinly sliced […]

Thyroid Health: Getting Your Vitality Back with a Smarter Approach Let’s face it—when it comes to thyroid health, most people feel lost. This little gland does some heavy lifting, from keeping our energy steady to helping us feel mentally balanced. Yet, like hormone and adrenal health, it’s one of the most misunderstood areas of health. […]

Roasted Maple-Glazed Root Vegetables with Rosemary and Sage Recipe Servings: 4 Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes Ingredients 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces 2 medium parsnips, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges […]

Did You Know That You Can Boost Your Thyroid Function with Progesterone? When it comes to thyroid health, most people focus on nutrients like iodine, selenium, and zinc, or lifestyle habits like stress management and exercise. But there’s a lesser-known hormone that plays a critical role in supporting thyroid function: progesterone. While progesterone is typically […]

Golden Turmeric Pumpkin Soup with Fresh Thyme Recipe Servings: 6 Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil or coconut oil 1 medium onion, diced 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional) 1/4 teaspoon cayenne […]

Hypothyroidism: The Silent Epidemic Here’s something you may not know: by the time we hit 60, up to 70–80% of people experience some level of low thyroid function. Yes, you read that right. Fatigue, sudden weight gain, dry skin—these aren’t just “normal” signs of aging. They’re red flags for potential thyroid issues. But too often, […]

Nearly every cell in your body has receptors for T3 (triiodothyronine), the active form of thyroid hormone. This extensive distribution of T3 receptors on virtually every cell in your body, highlights its critical role in regulating essential functions across various organs and tissues. From your metabolism and cardiovascular health to brain function and mood regulation, […]

Fennel Apple Salad with Walnuts Recipe Ingredients 3 large fennel bulbs, thinly sliced 1/3 cup Fennel Fronds 1 Granny apple and 1 Pink Lady/ Gala Apple, halved and cored, thinly sliced 3 celery stalks, thinly sliced 1/2 cup toasted walnuts 5 oz baby arugula 3 ounces parmesan, shaved with a vegetable peeler 3 Tbsp lemon […]

Exactly What Nutrients Do You Need to Support Thyroid T4 to T3 Conversion? Thyroid health is complex, but at its core, the conversion of T4 (thyroxine) into T3 (triiodothyronine) is the key to unlocking your body’s energy and metabolism. While T4 is the inactive form of thyroid hormone, T3 is the active hormone that drives […]

Join me as I help cut through the myths surrounding gut health and Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) as a guest on the Vibrant Wellness podcast. I advocate for a ‘less is more’ approach in diagnosis and treatment of SIBO, challenging the norm of restrictive diets and aggressive treatments. Digestive disorders, including SIBO, often intertwine […]

Over the past few weeks I’ve received three emails from patients informing me that they watched the Netflix documentary, You are What You Eat, and this documentary motivated them to go vegan. Nutritionists everywhere release a collective sigh whenever a new documentary is released on nutrition. They are always riddled with bias and half truths […]

It’s impossible to avoid exposure to toxins entirely, but making small, mindful adjustments in your daily habits can significantly reduce your toxin load and have a profound impact on your health. To overcome your symptoms for good and sustain long-term wellness, you must positively change your internal environment — the “terrain” of your body. From […]