By: Diana Orchant, RDN Chronic pain, whether localized or generalized, is a common and debilitating condition experienced by over 100 million adults in the United States. The healthcare cost of managing chronic pain alone, inclusive of treatment and lost productivity, is upwards of $635 billion annually1. This is more than the healthcare cost of diabetes, […]
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As the seasons change and we head into colder months, we are often faced with immune system challenges. From colds and flu to being run down, our immune system needs more support this season than any other. This year especially, we want to provide you with every tool and tip we have to keep you
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By: Michell Miller, MSACN and Diana Orchant, RDN. We love talking about skin health and some of the most important strategies for really getting to the root problem of our skin, whether this is acne, rosacea, psoriasis, dermatitis…you name it. Want to know the secret to clear skin? Let’s dive in! Our skin is our
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By: Diana Orchant, Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian. We hear a lot about healthy fats, but what’s the difference between these healthy and not-so-healthy fats? We’re here to break down the difference between omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids- terms you hear often, but now you can become an expert! Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty oils are essential,
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By: Diana Orchant, Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian. Clinically Reviewed by Michelle Miller, MSACN. Let’s get nerdy! Do you believe that stirring Splenda in your coffee is more beneficial than that pinch of sugar? Think again. Our society has been trained to demonize sugar but our taste buds still crave that something sweet. So, what do
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Our skin mirrors our internal health. If you struggle with common skin conditions like acne, eczema, rosacea, or psoriasis, you are not alone. For years, these conditions have been treated with harsh topicals, antibiotics, or steroids, when what’s really needed is to heal the skin from the inside out. The majority of skin conditions are
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You’re practicing social isolation and have sanitized every single surface of your home. While nothing can really guarantee a sick-free zone, we wanted to share some of our favorite immune-boosting recipes to help your body stay strong during this time. These are not only easy to prepare now that you have that extra cooking time
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By: Dr. Ece Algur, LAc, DACM, MD. In these stressful days of the coronavirus pandemic, we want to talk about practical ways for prevention and share some tips to stay safe, balanced, and support your immune system. About 2,000 years ago, a famous ancient Chinese doctor wrote a book about herbs, herb combinations (we call
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By: Dr. Allison Heffron, DC, LAc. You might think that the flu season is over because its peak month is almost over, but don’t count yourself lucky just yet… Although some of you may try to avoid getting sick with the help of a flu shot and using an entire bottle of Purell a day,
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By: Michelle Miller, MSACN and Rachel Naar, RD. It’s the season of love, and what better way to show love to yourself than supporting your heart! A heart-healthy lifestyle trumps the pharmacy chocolates as a gift to yourself this February and can be instrumental in helping to prevent cardiovascular diseases. (Though if you must, we
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Polycystic ovary syndrome or PCOS is a hormone disorder affecting 1 in 10 women. Common symptoms of this condition include: irregular cycles difficulty losing weight acne irregular hair growth fatigue low libido infertility If you live with this condition and feel like your only hope is to take medication; this webinar is for you! Join
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By: Rachel Naar MS, RD, CDN. Clinically reviewed by Michelle Miller, MSACN. Have you ever looked at a nutrition label and not been able to pronounce an ingredient? Or wondered what natural flavor really meant? Navigating the plethora of food additives can be a daunting task if you don’t know what food additives are good
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