Low Pancreatic Elastase: The Hidden Factor Behind Poor Nutrient Absorption and Gut Imbalance

Do you have clients who are eating a great diet, but their lab tests come back showing low levels of iron, B12, zinc, and other nutrients? The problem...

Understanding the Gut-Microbiome: Key Markers for Addressing Dysbiosis

The gut microbiome is a dynamic and complex ecosystem that is pivotal in overall health, influencing everything from digestion and immune function to ...

Understanding Hormonal Balance

Hormonal balance plays a crucial role in women’s lives, influencing far more than reproductive health. Estrogen, the primary female reproductive hormo...

Understanding the Genetic Risks of Heart Disease

Heart disease and stroke remain two of the most significant health challenges in the United States, with mortality and prevalence rates signaling an u...

Research Spotlight: The Role of Micronutrients and Autoantibodies in Hyperthyroidism

Thyroid diseases are the most common endocrine system disorders, affecting an estimated 5% of the US population, with Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s ...

Healing Hormones Through Gut Health: Practical Strategies for Providers

As a functional medicine nutritionist, I’ve reviewed hundreds of labs and seen firsthand how many health issues—especially those involving hormones—ca...

Understanding the Gut and Mental Health Connection

The gut and brain connection is scientifically proven to have bi-directional messaging across the "gut-brain axis," which is the network of nerves and...

Mycotoxins and Mold Toxicity: Key Players in Chronic Fatigue, Weight Gain, and More

Patients often present with symptoms such as chronic fatigue, brain fog, persistent headaches, sinus congestion, respiratory issues resembling allergi...

What Are Neurotransmitters and Why Do They Matter?

Clinically reviewed by Adair Anderson, MS, RDN, LDN The brain relies on neurotransmitters to keep everything from mood to digestion running smoothly. ...