The first time I became aware that elevated hemoglobin A1c was working in clinic. We had a coworker who ate a low carbohydrate diet, exercised regularly, but had chronic and persistent elevated hemoglobin A1c. Unfortunately, at the time I did not know what I do now, so I could not help her look for reasons …
Allergy season tends to look the same every year. You stock up on antihistamines, brace for the sneezing, and wait for the pollen to take over. Rarely does one examine the habits that are quietly loading the gun before pollen season even begins. Your immune system doesn’t wake up on the first day of spring …
Every spring, millions of people reach for antihistamines, nasal sprays, and eye drops, believing allergy symptoms to be an unavoidable fact of life. But what if the real cause isn’t pollen or pet dander? What if your immune system’s overreaction to the environment is being driven, at least in part, by what’s happening inside your …
If you grew up in the 1980s or 90s, you were taught a simple equation: Fat = Bad. Carbs = Good. Fat-free cookies. Low-fat yogurt. Skim milk. Margarine instead of butter. Egg white omelets. That horrific fat free cheese. SNACKWELLS. We were told that if we just removed fat from our diets—especially saturated fat—we’d protect …
February is Heart Health Month, which means you’re likely seeing the same recycled advice: eat more oatmeal, walk more, lower your cholesterol. Here’s what frustrates me about most heart health guidance: It’s sooo stuck in 1995! The conversation around cardiovascular health has evolved dramatically in the past decade, but most people – and frankly, most …
You’re doing all the things—eating healthy foods, hitting your workouts, maybe even trying magnesium or meditation at night—and yet… you’re still exhausted. Your brain feels like it’s swimming in fog, sleep is sketchy at best, and your energy crashes by mid-afternoon. If this sounds familiar, it’s time to talk about your HPA axis. Because …
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, you may have wondered if it’s possible to reverse this chronic condition. The good news is that research suggests it is indeed possible to reverse type 2 diabetes through lifestyle changes and targeted treatments! In this article, we will dive deep into …
Have you been diagnosed with prediabetes? Stepping out of your doctor’s office with this diagnosis can feel scary – and rightfully so. The CDC warns that many people with prediabetes will develop Type 2 Diabetes within 5 years time if they neglect to address it. This is precisely why it’s crucial to take action now …
Searching for a game-changer in obtaining your health goals? Look no further than a functional nutritionist. These experts play a vital role in optimizing your well-being by understanding the unique needs of your body and creating personalized nutrition plans. Functional nutritionists go beyond the basics to consider factors such as your genetic makeup, lifestyle, past …
Stress and Blood Sugar Levels We’ve all felt it before… you know, that feeling you get when you spill your coffee while you’re stuck in traffic, already late for work, and when you finally arrive you’ve got more tasks on your list than expected. Experiences like these typically only lead to one feeling – stress! …
