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 […]

The podcast that I was just a guest on is live now: Is Your Clinical Approach to SIBO Treatment Leading to Recurrence? I had the pleasure of joining Rob Lutz on One Medicine podcast this week. I go in-depth on why the current standard of care for SIBO is causing SIBO to be a recurrent […]

As we navigate the transition from one year to the next, we’re each presented with a unique opportunity—a time that’s inherently rich with the potential for deep reflection and self-discovery. This period isn’t about succumbing to the relentless tide of “new year, new you” messages, propelled by the season’s marketing strategies, urging us to reinvent […]

Did You Know Your body sheds approximately 600,000 skin cells per day (that 1.5 pounds a year) Your shedding skin contributes to 69-88% of the dust around you. Your body sheds 50 billion microbial debris every few hours. Close the toilet when you flush – or stool microbes will build up on surfaces, including E. […]

Did You Know? It’s best to stop thinking that probiotics ‘feed’ the bacteria in your GI tract. When you think probiotics, think immune support, reduction of GI permeability, prevention of pathogens from binding to the GI lining and supporting mental well-being. Supplemental probiotics are transient – they are simply visitors passing through. Once stopped, supplemental […]