The Role of Diet in Managing Autoimmune Conditions
Autoimmune conditions affect millions of people worldwide, and managing these complex disorders often requires a multifaceted approach. One crucial component of managing autoimmune conditions is diet. Proper nutritional strategies can help alleviate symptoms, support overall health, and improve quality of life. In this blog, we’ll explore the role of diet in managing autoimmune conditions and […]
Understanding Autoimmune Diseases: A Comprehensive Guide
Autoimmune diseases have become increasingly recognized in recent years, but they remain a complex and often misunderstood area of health. Understanding autoimmune diseases is crucial for those who suspect they may be affected, as well as for healthcare professionals aiming to offer the best care. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into what autoimmune […]
Serotonin Brain Food: How Undermethylation Impacts Serotonin Levels
Understanding Undermethylation and Serotonin Serotonin is a crucial neurotransmitter that plays a vital role in regulating mood, sleep, and overall mental well-being. However, undermethylation can significantly impact serotonin production, leading to various health issues. In this article, we will explore the relationship between undermethylation and serotonin levels and provide nutritional recommendations to support healthy serotonin […]
Migraines and Undermethylation: Understanding the Connection and Dietary Changes that Can Help
Migraines and Undermethylation: The Connection Migraines are debilitating headaches that affect millions of people worldwide. Recent research has uncovered a potential link between migraines and undermethylation, a biochemical imbalance that can significantly impact your health. This article will explore this connection and provide insights into how addressing undermethylation may help alleviate migraine symptoms. The Link […]
EP 78: How to Overcome Anxiety Through Nutrition—A Primer on Improving Mental Health
Hello everyone, and happy new year! After taking some time off to move my offices, I am officially back. I want to extend a special thanks to those of you who reached out to check on me. I’m doing great! I just needed to pause for the move and renovation. Thank you for your patience […]
Ep 65: Understanding Die-Off and Herx Reactions with Steven Wright
It’s easy to get sidelined in your healing process and think you’re having a particular detox reaction, die-off, or herx response that is actually something else. Or perhaps there’s an underlying trigger that you’re not quite seeing that’s holding you back. So as we usher in 2023, I’ve brought my friend Steven Wright of the […]
EP 54: Reversing Hashimoto’s and Autoimmune Diseases with Donna Mazzola, PharmD
Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is the most common cause of hypothyroidism. In 2014, it was estimated that 14 million people in the US alone were impacted by this disorder. And women are seven times more likely than men to have Hashimoto’s. When left untreated can create a cascade of debilitating symptoms, which is why today’s conversation with […]
EP 50: Back to Basics: What is Food?
In celebration of Eat for Life’s 50th episode, I’m exploring food. What role does your relationship with food play in your life? Do you see it as good, bad, or neutral? Do you eat to live or live to eat? Is food merely a means to an end or could it have a deeper significance […]
EP 47: Does Zinc Supplementation Deplete Copper? with Dr. Judith Bowman
Our world is filled with dis- mis- and mal-information. I am amazed at how many articles and papers have diametrically opposed views about copper and zinc. So no wonder people are confused about the role these important nutrients play in human health. To be clear copper isn’t bad and zinc isn’t bad. Ideally, we want […]
EP 12: Suicide Prevention Case Study: How Nutrients Can Heal the Brain – Part 1
It’s National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. In this month’s special two-part series, I’m sharing Sara’s story with you along with licensed psychologist, Dr. Perry Passaro, and orthomolecular specialist, Dr. Albert Mensah. This is a story of a young woman who spent two years receiving psychiatric treatment with absolutely no improvement in addition to two hospitalizations […]