Walk through any grocery store and you’ll see it everywhere: deli meats, bacon, sausages, jerky. Convenient, protein-rich, and marketed as staples. But behind that convenience is a class of compounds that deserve far more attention than they get. Nitrates and nitrites. Continue reading “The Hidden Cost of Nitrates and Nitrites: How “preserved” meats may be disrupting your biology & Which Supplements Can Help”
Lets Talk Collagen!
Collagen has become one of the most talked-about supplements in wellness, but it is far more than a beauty trend. Collagen is a structural protein that plays a central role in healing, repair, gut integrity, skin resilience, joint health, and even nervous system support. Continue reading “Lets Talk Collagen!”
Red Light Therapy Benefits, Concerns, & More
Red light therapy (RLT) is an interesting tool from a natural health perspective. It essentially works by delivering low-level red and near-infrared light to the body, which penetrates the skin and tissues to support cellular energy (ATP production), reduce inflammation, and enhance healing. While it’s not “natural” in the sense of coming from the sun, it mimics the beneficial wavelengths of sunrise and sunset without harmful UV exposure.
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Understanding the COMT SNP: What It Is, Fast vs. Slow COMT, and Natural Ways to Support It with Diet and Supplements
Understanding the COMT SNP: What It Is, Fast vs. Slow COMT, and Natural Ways to Support It with Diet and Supplements
COMT is one of many Genetic SNPs.
Genetic SNPs (Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms) are the most common type of genetic variation among people. Essentially, an SNP is a difference in a single nucleotide—the building block of DNA—within a gene. These variations are widespread and occur naturally in the human genome. They can influence everything from disease susceptibility to physical traits, such as eye color, and can even affect how our bodies process certain medications or respond to environmental factors. Continue reading “Understanding the COMT SNP: What It Is, Fast vs. Slow COMT, and Natural Ways to Support It with Diet and Supplements”
Understanding Th2 and Th17 Dominance: Signs, Causes, and Remedies – In Depth Summary
The immune system is a complex network of cells and proteins designed to protect the body from pathogens and harmful substances. Among the immune cells, T-helper cells play a critical role in orchestrating immune responses. Two important subsets of T-helper cells are Th2 (T-helper 2) and Th17 (T-helper 17) cells, both of which influence immunity, inflammation, and disease susceptibility. In some cases, these subsets can become imbalanced, leading to Th2 or Th17 dominance. This post explores the signs of Th2 and Th17 dominance, their potential causes, and natural remedies that can help restore balance.
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Hiatal Hernia-Friendly Snacks/Recipes
Here’s a low-fat, hiatal hernia-friendly snack that’s gentle on the stomach and easy to digest:
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Natural Blood Thinners
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Gluten Free, Vegan Buckwheat Crepes/Wraps
It has been a long time since I shared recipes here however this is a recipe I’ve been making for 8+ years (since starting my health journey) and they are amazing so I wanted to share. These are technically Crepes however I use them as wraps for tuna, eggs and more! They can be sweet or savory. They are gluten free, dairy free, egg free, vegan, sugar free and candida diet friendly. They are also antihistamine as buckwheat contains rutin! Continue reading “Gluten Free, Vegan Buckwheat Crepes/Wraps”
Best Holistic Practices To Prepare The Body For Spring
Spring! The season of new beginnings with longer and brighter days, warmer weather, blossoming of tress and flowers, rainy days, and singing of birds! Spring represents renewal and rejuvenation… a time of releasing stagnant emotions and energies; an emotional and physical detoxification to embrace regrowth and renewal! There is optimism that shines through as the days get longer and we spend more time outdoors. We feel more energetic as the sun shines more and more hopeful of what is to come. Continue reading “Best Holistic Practices To Prepare The Body For Spring”
Immunology of Mold/fungal Infection
We are exposed to mold and their myctotoxins everyday. For some of us, they don’t have too many affects on our health as our immune system is strong enough to fight them off. However chronic exposure can lead to immune dysregulation and suppression and can cause us to have severe health issues as a result. There are direct fungal issues or mycotoxic effects that occur. If we are to have mycotoxin build up, it functions in such a way that it drives destruction of self tissue (aka autoimmunity). Continue reading “Immunology of Mold/fungal Infection”