You totally want to ditch your scale, don't you? You may have this weird kind of relationship with your “weight”. I mean, it doesn't define you (obviously). What you weigh can matter but only to a certain extent. Dive in with me as we learn where your fat is stored is more important than how much you weigh, as well as some tips for reducing belly fat if you are more ‘apple-shaped’ than ‘pear-shaped’.

Hormone health is all the rage these days. You may have heard about eating to balance your hunger hormones, reproductive hormones, and blood sugar hormones. But what about your thyroid hormones? The thyroid is responsible for producing the hormones T3 (triiodothyronine) and T4 (thyroxine), which play a big role in regulating your metabolism. Learn more about hypothyroidism and how to maintain a healthy thyroid with nutrition by reading here.

Stressed? Tired? Craving sugar? Can’t sleep? All of these can be related to the constant stress we feel in our lives. We know that stress can have a huge impact on our health and wellness. And, since your adrenal glands produce stress hormones, adrenal fatigue is a popular theme lately. But what would happen if you felt constant stress all day? Read more to find out the symptoms of adrenal fatigue and what to do if you have the common symptoms.

Your gut is considered your "second brain." And because of the new scientific discoveries about the vagus nerve, the enteric nervous system, and the amazing influence your gut microbes can have, it's no wonder what you eat feeds not only your body but can directly affect your brain. Dive in to learn more about the gut-brain connection and how you can support and strengthen this relationship with nutrition!

The term “leaky gut” is thrown around a lot these days. It’s been blamed for many symptoms like allergies, intolerances, joint pain, skin issues, digestive disorders and neurological symptoms. But what exactly is leaky gut? What causes it? What kinds of issues are related to it? And most of all, what can you eat for leaky gut? Open up to discover all the details as well as my favourite slow-cooked chicken broth recipe for the ultimate gut soothing remedy.

Oh, the words ‘blood sugar’. Does it conjure up visions of restrictive eating, diabetes medications, or insulin injections? Blood sugar is the measure of the amount of sugar in your blood. You need the right balance of sugar in your blood to fuel your brain and muscles. The thing is, it can fluctuate. A lot. Discover what foods you can eat as well as lifestyle tips to help keep your blood sugar levels stable.

No question that what you eat can affect how you feel, right? Mental health and brain health are complex. So are the foods we eat, and the ways our bodies interact with those foods. While, we don't know the exact mechanisms of how food and nutrition help, we know a few ways food impacts our moods. Read more about mood-boosting and mood-busting foods here!

So much of health is all about habits and actions, but where do these all stem from? What if we don’t have to make as many changes as we think we do? What if there was one powerful thing that makes a lot of difference? That thing is mindset. Mindset is sometimes called “the story we tell ourselves.” It’s our attitude toward things in our life. And we have control over our mindset. And research is showing that it may be far more powerful than we thought. Discover more by reading here!

Considering a digestive enzyme? Or maybe you already are! But, how do you know which one (if any) is right for you? There are SO many different enzymes available that it can be confusing to know what to take or if you even should be taking them. In this post, I break down the most common types of enzymes, what they do, and what you NEED to know before taking any. Keep reading for more!

Well...yes, they do really work! Science shows definite health benefits for people who use mindfulness and meditation. “Meditation” is the ancient practice of connecting the body and mind to become more self-aware and present. It’s often used to calm the mind, ease stress, and relax the body. Mindfulness is defined as “paying attention in a particular way, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgmentally.” Mindfulness meditation is well studied in terms of its health benefits. Read more to find out how!

Yes, I'm serious! You already know that your poop can reflect your physical, and sometimes even emotional, health. You may get constipation or have diarrhea when you eat something that "doesn't agree with you," or when you're super-nervous about something. Did you know there is an “official” standard for poop? Discover the Bristol Stool Scale as well as what to do when you have “imperfect poo” by reading more!

Bloating, stomach pain, diarrhea? These are all common symptoms of food sensitivities. But did you know, symptoms like headaches, muscle pain and eczema can also be related to food sensitivities? A sensitivity or intolerance causes immediate or chronic symptoms anywhere in the body and can take hours or even days to show themselves. Symptoms can be located just about anywhere in the body which is what makes them so tricky to identify. Keep reading to discover how to prevent these sensitivities and where to start.

Do you feel tired, cold or that you've gained weight. Maybe your digestion seems a bit more “sluggish”. You may be convinced that your metabolism is slow. Why does this happen? Keep reading to find out examples of common reasons why metabolic rates can slow down. I promise to give you better advice than just to “eat less and exercise more”.

The word “metabolism” is thrown around a lot these days. You know that if yours is too slow you might gain weight. But what exactly does this all mean? Keep reading to discover what metabolism is, what your metabolic rate is, and what affects your metabolic rate. You won’t want to miss out on this one!

We all have some level of stress, right? It's the chronic stress that's a problem. You see, your body has specific stress reactions. If these stress reactions are triggered every day or many times a day that can mess with your health. Stress (and stress hormones) can have a huge impact on your health. Keep reading to discover the "stress mess" and some stress-busting tips to help you break that cycle!

Stress!! Its causes are absolutely everywhere! Our natural “fight or flight” stress response can sometimes go a little overboard. These days it becomes a long-term chronic reaction. Did you know that too-high levels of cortisol are associated with belly fat, poor sleep, brain fog, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and even lowers your immunity? If you experience any of these symptoms, read on! I have a list of foods, nutrients and lifestyle recommendations to help you lower this stress hormone naturally!

The words “weight-loss” and “snacks” often appear in the same sentence. But that might also bring thoughts of "tasteless," "cardboard," and "completely unsatisfying." Right? Here are my best weight-loss friendly snacks that aren't just nutritious but also delicious! What’re my criteria you ask? They have to be nutrient-dense whole foods where a little goes a long way. As well as foods that contain protein and/or fibre. Open up to find out my 5 favourite weight-loss friendly snacks!

A little self-criticism is a normal mental pattern, and can even be healthy for the most part. But, we can also just as easily open the door to that overly vocal “negative nelly” voice in our head. If you’re sick of having the same old conversation with negative nelly, then be sure to try some of the ideas I’ve outlined in this article on how you can shift away from this damaging mindset, and finally release yourself of these limiting beliefs.

Hormones are like chemical messengers and govern nearly every cellular action in our body. Stress hormones are critical to our survival because they synthesize proteins, maintain cellular electrolyte balance, regulate heartbeat and blood pressure, and transport glucose into our cells - essentially feeding our brain. Keep reading for common signs of a hormonal balance, the main causes of hormonal balances and simple ways to support and rebalance your hormones naturally.

The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland in your neck that releases hormones. Thyroid hormones help your body regulate a few things - not a big deal - just the metabolism of ALL cells. And this is critical for maintaining healthy body weight and having the energy to live your life. Keep reading to discover how the thyroid can become under-active and foods to eat to support a healthy thyroid.