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Fast vs. Slow Carbs - What to eat to balance blood sugar!
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Fast vs. Slow Carbs - What to eat to balance blood sugar!

Ever feel like carbs are the villain of the nutrition world? One day they’re “bad,” the next day they’re “essential,” and somehow, you’re just supposed to know which ones to eat and when.

I see this confusion all the time with my patients. They tell me:

"I cut out carbs completely, but now I feel exhausted all the time."
"I tried a low-carb diet, but my cravings are out of control!"
"I eat healthy carbs, but my energy still crashes in the afternoon."

Here’s the deal: Not all carbs are created equal, and the secret isn’t eliminating them—it’s understanding them. Let’s break it down so you can make choices that support your blood sugar, hormones, and metabolism without the carb confusion.

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Marching Forward: Shedding Light on Endometriosis
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Marching Forward: Shedding Light on Endometriosis

Even though the month is almost ending (darn, time flies by!) We thought writing a blog about this very important topic that affects so many women was crucial.


March isn't just about welcoming spring; it's also Endometriosis Awareness Month—a time dedicated to illuminating a condition that affects countless women yet remains shrouded in misunderstanding. If you've ever felt dismissed or alone in your journey with endometriosis, know that you're part of a vast community seeking answers and support. Let's navigate this path together.​

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Not all PCOS is the same…
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Not all PCOS is the same…

Living with PCOS can feel overwhelming, confusing, and sometimes downright unfair. You’ve likely heard generic advice like “just lose weight” or “cut out carbs.” If you’ve tried these and they didn’t work, it’s not your fault. PCOS isn’t a one-size-fits-all condition. [Add a little quip here like do you know your subtype, make it sound more appealing, spark curiosity] 

There are different types of PCOS, each with its own root causes. That means your diet, activity levels, supplements, and even your self-care routine need to match your body’s unique needs—not someone else’s. 

Let’s break this down together so you can find your path to balance.

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Tired but wired?
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Tired but wired?

You’re exhausted. You’ve been super busy all day, fantasizing about sinking into your cozy bed. But when the time finally comes—boom. Your brain is wide awake, running through to-do lists, random memories from 10 years ago, or that awkward conversation you had earlier.

Sound familiar?

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Coffee vs Matcha: A Women's Guide to Hormone Balance, PCOS & the Battle of the Brews
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Coffee vs Matcha: A Women's Guide to Hormone Balance, PCOS & the Battle of the Brews

Picture this: It's 6 AM, and your feet have barely hit the floor before you're bee-lining to the coffee pot you programmed last night. Sound familiar? For many of us, this morning sprint to caffeine is as automatic as breathing. But what if this daily ritual is disrupting your hormonal harmony more than you realize?

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Hormone Healing Hot Cocoa
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Hormone Healing Hot Cocoa

A hot cocoa that actually helps your hormones…I know it sounds too good to be true - but it’s not! Read on for our three favorite iterations of hormone-supporting, blood sugar & insulin respecting, de-stressing hot chocolate recipes you can sip on all winter long!

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Better Sleep in One Week
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Better Sleep in One Week

Better Sleep in One Week… a tall order, I know. But these are some of my favorite (and most successful strategies) we use in our private practice every week to improve our patient’s sleep…a crucial factor for health (and happiness).

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Best Nontoxic Living Sales for Earth Month 2024
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Best Nontoxic Living Sales for Earth Month 2024

Detoxing your home, your life, your body (and your liver) is one of the best things you can do to support your hormones, the health of your loved ones, and even slow down aging! Cultivating nontoxic living and low-tox habits can be done a budget...

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MTHFR - no, I’m not swearing at you.
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MTHFR - no, I’m not swearing at you.

MTHFR...no I'm not swearing at you. It's a genetic variant, a "SN[i]P," that affects our ability to methylate...which causes a whole host of problems. From mood disorders to recurrent miscarriages, being...

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