The Art of Journaling for Healing
Journaling is a practice I have engaged for many years. Twenty some odd years ago I lived with debilitating chronic stress & anxiety to full-blown panic attacks. For a long time I was afraid to leave my house, go shopping, drive, go to my own office, or hang out with friends. I felt the only…
Do We Really Need Vitamins & Supplements?
I believe very strongly in supplements and vitamins especially for Hashimoto’s. Read my bio and you’ll understand why – from a very young age in the 1960s I was taught by my grandma the importance of vitamins and food for good health. She definitely promoted the concept that “food is medicine.” But supplements are only one tool in…
The Fat Conundrum: Good Fat versus Bad Fat
One of the keys to having good energy, staying focused and maintaining a healthy metabolism is by using healthy fats. You can actually program your body to burn fat with good fats! Even if one isn’t overweight, it is important to burn fat because many of the toxins that enter our body are stored in…
Women’s Gluten Free Summit
Do you ever wish you could sit down with some of the most influential doctors, health practitioners and experts in the world and pick their collective brain on gluten sensitivity? With so much misinformation and controversy out there, it can be challenging to know what’s true and what’s not… What’s important and what’s hype… What’s actually going…
Nurses and Nutrition Issues
The reference to Nutritionist versus Dietitian is a hot topic today, and the laws are ambiguous in many states in regard to who can do what and when. I decided to research the issues further and gathered information through my own states nursing board as well as Center for Nutrition Advocacy. Let it be known that Shannon Garrett, RN…
Basal Body Temperature Chart
Dr. Broda Barnes on Thyroid Health and the Basal Body Temperature Chart It is controversial, but many physicians believe that hypothyroidism is underdiagnosed and that many people who have had blood tests indicating normal thyroid function may actually suffer from hypothyroidism. These physicians believe that many patients with normal test results have some thyroid hormone that…
Cauliflower Crackers
Cauliflower crackers are a great and yummy crunchy alternative to rice or almond crackers. They are free of wheat, gluten and grains. Many of my clients have communicated their frustration when the necessity to be gluten free eliminated so many cracker options, but especially those who are sensitive to almonds and/or rice, it’s been a…
Autoimmune Paleo Lemon Cookies
I don’t know about you but I love lemon-flavored treats especially lemon cookies. They’re just so refreshing anytime of year especially with a cup of tea. So, when I came across this recipe for Autoimmune Paleo Lemon Cookies from Lauren Geersten, NTP, I knew I had to share it with you. Lauren is one of…
Designs for Health July Nutraceutical Updates
July 2014: Designs For Health’s Nutraceutical Updates Featuring Top Products: Metabolic Synergy and Arthroben. Introducing New Products – PurePaleoProtein. Product Updates: Emulsi-D3 is now Hi-Po Emulsi D3! **FEATURED TOP PRODUCTS** Maintain Healthy Glucose & Insulin Levels: Metabolic Synergy has been a top selling product for years. 77% of all US adults take multivitamins – are you getting a high quality,…
Natural Beauty & Skincare Tips
Two Reasons to Add Honey to Your Favorite Moisturizer or Cream Honey isn’t only for the kitchen…it’s a valuable skin saver too. Raw local honey is one of the best all-natural remedies you can apply to heal, nourish and protect your skin. It is best applied by adding it to your skin cream. For one, honey has…