Wellness Journal

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Benefits of Whole Food Vit C

Many of us know the importance of vitamin C for our health. It’s essential for our hormone and metabolic health, working alongside other importance minerals to help maintain a internal homeostasis. However, there is a big difference between ascorbic acid which is what is found in most supplements versus the whole food vitamin C complex. This post dives into the benefits of whole food vitamin C and why using ascorbic acid is not a supportive route for our health.

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Benefits of Beef Liver

Beef liver is one of the most nutrient dense foods on the planet. While its’s been lost in the diet in the west, it is still used and prized within cultures across the world. This post dives into the benefits of beef liver and how to incorporate it into your meals!

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Copper & Hormones

Copper is one of the most important minerals when it comes to our hormones and overall metabolic health. There is a lot of confusion when it comes to understanding copper levels, bioavailability, and toxicity so I thought I’d break it down and provide insight into its role within the different seasons of womanhood.

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POTASSIUM RICH SOUPS!

Potassium Rich Fall Soups to nourish your cellular health, balance your hormones, and support your digestion!

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POTASSIUM - FALL FAVORITE MINERAL

Fall is a great time to focus on potassium rich foods as many of the garden goodies and seasonal produce that is so supportive for your hormones! Potassium helps to support our hormones through blood sugar regulation, thyroid function, cellular health, and digestion!

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Iodine & Hormones

Iodine is essential for every cell in our body. It supports the thermoregulation of the body, the immune system, our circadian rhythm, essential for cognitive function, skin complexion, digestive health as well as the absorbability of nutrients. However, Iodine has an especially important role in supporting our glandular health that runs our hormonal landscape.

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Benefits of Iodine

Iodine is a very misunderstood nutrient that comes with a whole host of noise in the health and wellness world. It is arguably one of the most essential not only for every cell of our body but also for every aspect of our fertility, both men and women. This blog post is just a brief introduction to the role of iodine, its importance, and nutritional resources!

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3 Recipes Using Gelatin

Gelatin is a protein powerhouse used to make healthy, gut supporting desserts! Check out this blog post for 3 gelatin based recipes that will support your digestion, hormones, and overall metabolic health!

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What is pro-metabolic eating (and what it’s not)

The Pro Metabolic world is exploding and there is a lot of great, and not so great, information when it comes to this concept of eating and living. Pro Metabolic eating is NOT diet, it's a way of living. Pro Metabolic is ultimately supporting our cellular metabolism that optimizes the bioenergetic networks of our system.

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Supporting PCOS

Learn what is at the root of this hormonal condition, the relationship between key minerals and insulin, self care tips to support PCOS symptoms, and the benefit of mineral testing!

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Minerals & Fertility: What You Need to Know

If you're preparing for conception or facing challenges with fertility, understanding the role of minerals is crucial. Nutrient deficiencies and mineral imbalances are often at the core of issues like hormone imbalances, thyroid dysfunction, and even poor egg or sperm quality. Here's how key minerals can influence fertility and support your journey to conception

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DIY Magnesium Bicarbonate

Make your Magnesium Bicarbonate at home! It’s easy, generally well tolerated, and cost efficient. All you need is two ingredients and a glass bottle!

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Main Drivers of Mineral Loss

To optimize our nutrient status, it’s essential to identify the main contributors to mineral loss and dysregulation. Here are the five primary factors that deplete our mineral reserves quickly.

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Light, Circadian Rhythm, and Hormones

Could your relationship to light be impacting your hormone health? Check out this post to learn about the connection between light, circadian rhythm, and our hormone health!

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Restoring a Healthy Metabolism

Your metabolism is the foundation of your health, driving everything from energy production and detoxification to digestion and hormone balance. To maintain a robust metabolic system, it’s essential to support your cellular health, which relies heavily on a strong mineral foundation.

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