Berberine: A Natural Way to Support Your Heart in Menopause
Heart disease is a top cause of death among women. The risk increases during menopause for several reasons, an important one being lower estrogen levels.1
Estrogen supports heart…
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Detoxing: Why It’s Important and How to Do It Safely
In our daily lives, we encounter substances, both natural and man-made, that can be harmful to the human body in significant amounts. These substances, including chemicals, heavy metals,…
Maximizing Fat Loss: The Essential Role of Protein and Amino Acids
Eating protein first is one of the most effective strategies for weight management. Not only does protein consumption increase calorie burn due to its higher thermic effect compared to…
Here’s Why You’re Not Losing Weight
Losing weight can be challenging and sometimes frustrating, despite your dedicated efforts in diet and exercise. You might find yourself diligently following what appears to be the perfect…
The Top 5 Exercise Mistakes You’re Making
My career as a health and fitness expert began in the gym in the 1980s. (Cue images of leg warmers, big hair, and bright leotards.) Since then, I’ve spent a lot of time in gyms coaching…
The Different Types of Rest We Need (Outside of Sleep)
Without consistent, quality sleep, you just can’t expect any other aspect of your health to improve. I break out all the stops to help me snooze, from a sleep mask and proper lighting…
The Stress Management Practices That Keep Me Young
Stress doesn’t have many redeeming qualities. There is the concept of eustress—that type of stress that feels painful or difficult in the moment, but is exhilarating and…
The Best Foods For Adrenal Fatigue
Some of my favorite memories working in the health and wellness industry have centered around lightbulb moments. I’ll listen to people whose symptoms have been brushed off for years,…
Why Is Chronic Disease More Common in Women?
Every woman knows the stereotypes are bunk. Women are a lot tougher than men, especially when it comes to being sick. You’ve never known the misery of a man who has a mild headache! …
How Lack of Sleep Affects Your Hormones
A bad night of sleep can be written all over you. Whether it’s bags under your eyes or a sluggish pace the next day, the signs of tossing and turning can be obvious.
But did you know…
5 Ways to Achieve Metabolic Flexibility
Let’s say you just ate a grass-fed steak along with lots of non-starchy veggies and half a sweet potato.
Your body will break down carbohydrates and protein into glucose, which becomes…
How Does Blue Light Affect Sleep?
After decades in the health and wellness industry, there is one element of health I prioritize above all else—sleep. Without consistent, quality rest, you simply can’t thrive. …
