Sharing is caring! Have you noticed that your digestive system works more in the colder months? You’re not imagining it. Winter can be hard on you, and that doesn’t just apply to your feelings holiday indulgence or stress (although that one Are a large part of it). There are actual physiological reasons why bloating, constipation […]
Gut microbiome-related interventions for the treatment of disorders of the gut-brain interaction were on the agenda of NeuroGASTRO 2025. In this video interview, Dr. Juan M. Mendive on the role of the gut microbiome in improving outcomes of primary care patients with IBS. Disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBI), previously known as functional gastrointestinal disorders (e.g. […]
Sharing is caring! When you heal your gut… But still washing your clothes with conventional detergents, cleaning your counters with synthetic fragrance sprays and buying pantry essentials filled with dyes and seed oils… Then we have to talk. If I’ve said it once, I’ll have to say it a hundred more times: Healing your gut […]
Sharing is caring! If your stomach gets tight by noon and your jeans feel impossible by 3 p.m., you may not have imagined it. If you’ve done “everything” and still feel like your gut is reacting to foods that used to be safe, you’re not alone. And if you’re a high-achieving woman who doesn’t have […]
“Master Recipe” = Use any combination of fruits and herbs you like I have a few “master recipes” on our website. The most popular is my recipe for Dutch Oven Sourdough Bread (Master Recipe). Basically, a master recipe is any recipe I share that you can adapt! This master shrub vinegar recipe allows you to […]
Chronic constipation is common, but available nutritional advice is vague Chronic constipation, defined as less than three bowel movements per weekHard stools or difficulty urinating without underlying pathology is a long-term condition that affects quality of life and imposes an economic burden on both patients and healthcare systems. Chronic constipation is due to a wide […]
Sharing is caring! Many women do not feel anxious in the traditional sense of the word. They feel wired, tired and constantly ‘on’. It’s me. I am many women. Between notifications, deadlines, parenting, meal planning, and the mental strain of existing in 2026, your nervous system is working overtime. This is not a mentality problem […]
If you’ve ever felt a burning sensation in your chest after a meal, you’re not alone. Heartburn affects millions of people. While occasional discomfort may not be a problem, chronic heartburn (also called acid reflux) can seriously affect your quality of life. The good news is that diet is one of the most effective ways […]
I’m feeling super exhausted from extreme stress – which started with Covid suppression, then two deaths in the family, a violent/angry family member (abuse/assault), buying and setting up a 160 acre off-grid ranch by myselfbusiness stressors (rates, layoffs, reorganization, increased compliance/regulations, deadlines, etc.), extended separation from my husband because he had to be in the […]
Sourdough fermented seed crackers Good news: You can use or discard active starter in these seed crackers. Anyway, your sourdough starter is considered “discarded” in the recipe because you don’t need it for leavening. I made these delicious crackers with some stiff starter from my refrigerator, but you can use any disposable or active starter […]