I am often asked if I believe in the benefits of detoxing. My answer is I absolutely do! With the amount of toxins we are exposed to daily and rates of chronic illness sky rocketing, helping the body lighten its toxic load is more important than ever before. When starting a detox or a cleanse […]
If you have read any of my books or articles, you know I am always focused on your hormones and gut health. In fact, research is very clear that your gut health is linked to your mood, immune system, skin health and even weight loss! So – what can you do to ensure your gut is in tip […]
I love sweet potatoes! Filled to the brim with vitamin A and C and a good source of fibre -both soluble and insoluble which is ideal for gut health, blood sugar balance and weight loss. Sweet potato French fries are actually quite easy to make. Just peel the sweet potatoes, cut them into wedges or […]
At my clinics, half of my practice is over the age 40. Peri or post- menopausal – we have helped thousands of women feel their best and lose weight as they age. What is the magic behind this success? Well…the first step is to finally put an end to overly restrictive, low calorie approaches that often […]
Do detox and cleanses really work? You bet they do! Read on to learn how to optimize liver and gut health naturally.
August 13, 2022 Have you ever noticed that the quality and quantity of food you eat impacts your mood? Do some foods leave you feeling foggy, tired, bloated, achy and a little down? If so- it’s not all in your head! Food, mood and brain chemistry is an emerging science that is clearly demonstrating the […]
Food is not like medicine…food IS medicine. When it comes to nutrition and wellness, there are foods that contains such high nutrient density they are called superfoods. These foods offer incredibly powerful healing and anti-inflammatory benefits. While there are several superfoods that exist, the 5 listed below are the ones that I encourage you to include […]
I am often asked by my clients and readers if going plant based puts them at risk for being protein deficient. Absolutely not! You can definitely get enough protein if you are plant based -but it is important to be aware of the basics. Proteins are made up of building blocks called amino acids. Your body […]
If you have followed me over the years – you know I am always beating the “eat your greens” drum. Why? Because greens are so rich of fibre and phytonutrients and eating them on a regular basis has been shown to prevent and even help to reverse various disease processes. One of the staple green […]