The following information is by Lily Nichols, American Nutritionist who has been researching all things nutrition and food in relation to pregnancy. Need a little motivation to stick with real, nutrient-dense foods during pregnancy? Below, I’ll give you an overview of some research on how ultraprocessed foods impact pregnancy outcomes, and the findings speak volumes … Read more
You can substitute any number of words to replace those in the heading, but they all amount to the same clever marketing strategy to get your attention. Social media is full of these messages and my emails are also becoming polluted by them. Why are we so inclined to believe that a particular product is … Read more
Are you tired of wasting money on ineffective dietary supplements? Over the past year or more I have seen a steep increase in people seeking help with their anxiety, energy levels, mental ‘fog,’ and memory challenges. A concerning commonality is the amount of dietary supplements many people are using. Often more than 15 different products! … Read more
Delia McCabe has compiled this highly informative breakdown about how your gut interacts with your brain. It also highlights how the probiotic revolution is severely lacking – both in the science and actions. After all, with around 100 trillion bacteria in our gut, how can a few strains rebalance what is out of whack? This … Read more
Additives in modern foods are ubiquitous and ingested all the time. While a single additive in your food might seem harmless, keep in mind that all of your consumption will eventually add up. Furthermore, published studies have linked the usage of food additives to an increased risk of Type 2 diabetes. Globally, around one in … Read more
Senescence and ageing skin Research has identified the skin as a common site for the accumulation of senescent cells, a hallmark of ageing. Senescent cells are those that have ceased replication but continue living. Within the skin, they contribute to ageing further by damaging neighbouring cells, degrading the extracellular matrix and increasing tissue fibrosis. Conversely, … Read more
In recent years, carbohydrates have become the ultimate dietary scapegoat, blamed for everything from obesity to chronic disease. The rise of various low-carb diet trends has painted carbohydrates as the enemy of gut health and weight management, leading many to severely restrict or eliminate this essential macronutrient from their diets. This villainization has been particularly … Read more
Everyday exposure to toxins are silently wreaking havoc on our well-being, causing a surge in chronic diseases and health complications, including declining fertility rates. In this video, Dr Mark Hyman speaks with Dr. Joseph Pizzorno about the hidden dangers of environmental toxins. Learn about practical detoxification pathways, foods that support detox, and effective methods like … Read more
The following article was published by Dr Mercola and is a must-read for anyone who uses and disposes of plastic. Plastic Is Everywhere Now, Including Your Brain Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola Fact Checked May 11, 2023 STORY AT-A-GLANCE We live in a throwaway society, and products intended for short-term consumption are packaged in materials … Read more
Blue eyes? Blonde hair? OR lead, arsenic, mercury, cadmium …..? Heavy metal testing should be the foundation of every preconception and infertility program. Testing available through True Medicine. You may think that you lead a ‘healthy’ lifestyle, but unfortunately we are exposed to innumerable environmental toxins every day – and these toxins build up on our … Read more