How to Order Healthily at Restaurants
Contrary to what some of my clients might assume, I love going out to eat at restaurants! I love the atmosphere, the wide variety of foods on the menu, the memories made with loved ones, and the convenience of not having to cook at home. But as we all know, restaurant meals are often significantly less healthy than those prepared in your own kitchen. Restaurant foods typically have more salt, oil, saturated fat, sugar, and calories than homemade versions of the same foods. And it’s not only the nutrient content of restaurant food that’s a concern. Most restaurants serve genetically modified foods among other not-so-ideal factors…
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How to Detox from Common Toxins (& Why it’s Important!)
Are you experiencing bloating, weight loss resistance, and anxiety? It may be time to detox your body. Almost every summer and around the holidays, when I’m traveling a lot and eating more treats than usual, I notice my muscles are achy, and my brain is foggy. These signs are always reasonable indications that it’s time to detox from common toxins that surround us every day…
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My Guide to Buying Organic (& Why it’s SO Important!)
Did you know that eating non-organic produce can affect your menstrual cycle? Exposure to pesticides sprayed on produce can also negatively impact fertility, the gut microbiome, the central nervous system and so many other critical body systems and functions.
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What’s the Difference Between Animal and Plant Iron?
Let’s talk about iron. It’s a micronutrient that is essential for growth and development. The human body uses iron to form hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that transports oxygen around the body to various organs and tissues. This is crucial because adequate oxygen is required by tissues to perform their various functions effectively…
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Normal vs. Optimal Range: Interpreting Your Blood Work
Tell me if this sounds familiar: you go to the doctor with a specific complaint. They order blood work; everything comes back normal. The doctor sends you on your way. You’re relieved your results came back “normal,” but you don’t exactly feel “normal.” You still suspect something is off but don’t know where to turn….
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8 Ways to Boost Metabolism as You Age (Naturally!)
Are you finding it harder to lose weight as you age? If so, you are far from alone! The underlying cause of your unintentional weight gain is likely related to your metabolism. As we age, our metabolisms slow down…
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How to Balance Your Blood Sugar (Naturally!)
Do you ever feel tired, lightheaded, or anxious between meals? If so, your blood sugar might be the culprit! Let’s back it up and talk a little blood sugar 101…
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How I’m Restoring My Inner Calm Post COVID
Are you feeling more stressed as things return to normal post COVID? I am, too. And we’re not alone. 84% of people said they are experiencing higher stress levels a year after the start of the pandemic, according to a report from the American Psychological Association…
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Why Proper Hydration Is Crucial
There is so much controversy in the world of wellness on what is actually “healthy” for you. Personally, I am a huge believer in bio-individuality, and that one person’s food can be another person’s poison, in other words, what might be extremely healing for you may not be as beneficial for your friend…..
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How to Reduce Inflammation: A Primer
As consumers, readers, and people, it is becoming increasingly important to understand exactly what inflammation is, how it occurs, and what can be done about it….
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Top 10 Immunity-Boosting Habits to Adopt Now
In this monthly column, VitaLife MD’s Carley Cassity helps us navigate the most exciting research in health while offering science-backed guidance on key practices to help improve overall resilience…
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