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Still Struggling With Hormones? It Might Be Your Gut Talking
You can do everything right — clean up your diet, fine-tune your supplements, even say yes to the right hormones — and still feel like a...
Dig Nutrition
6 days ago4 min read
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Think You Have Adrenal Fatigue? It Might Be Something Deeper
Your body’s asking for rhythm, not more effort You wake up tired. Not just groggy— bone-deep tired.You rally through the day with...
Dig Nutrition
Apr 204 min read
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Why Low-Histamine Diets Aren’t Enough (And What You Really Need to Do)
Spring is supposed to be a time of renewal—more sunshine, fresh air, and energy to shake off winter. But for many, it’s the season of...
Dig Nutrition
Mar 168 min read
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The Great Transition: Why Your Body Craves a Spring Reset (And How to Do It Right)
“Winter’s end is a time of quiet transformation—one last pause before the renewal of spring.” As February fades, winter begins its gentle...
Dig Nutrition
Mar 13 min read
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Polyvagal Theory: Finding Connection Through Play and Stillness
“The nervous system thrives in community, but it heals in stillness.” The rhythms of our lives are dictated by the state of our nervous...
Dig Nutrition
Feb 223 min read
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Food as Chemistry: How Polyphenols Influence Your Hormones & Health
“Chocolate, wine, and pomegranates—your Valentine’s Day indulgence might be smarter than you think.” Valentine’s Day conjures up visions...
Dig Nutrition
Feb 153 min read
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Oxytocin, the Love Hormone: How Lactobacillus Reuteri and Your Gut Shape Connection
“Love is not just a feeling; it’s a biochemical masterpiece.” When we think of oxytocin, often called the "love hormone," we imagine...
Dig Nutrition
Feb 83 min read
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Balancing Your Immune System: The Art of Not Overreacting
"Your immune system isn’t just a shield; it’s a symphony, constantly tuning itself to keep you well." How many times have you heard...
Dig Nutrition
Jan 313 min read
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Sleep and the Microbiome: Why Your Gut Wants You to Go to Bed
"Sleep is that golden chain that ties health and our bodies together." — Thomas Dekker We know sleep is essential. Yet, in a world that...
Dig Nutrition
Jan 243 min read
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Winter’s Wisdom: Adapt, Appreciate, Align
"Live in each season as it passes; breathe the air, drink the drink, taste the fruit." — Henry David Thoreau Winter whispers to us in...
Dig Nutrition
Jan 173 min read
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The Functional Nutrition Blueprint for 2025: Building Resilience and Vibrancy
As the new year commences , many of us start dreaming about what it might bring. Maybe you’re envisioning more energy, better health, or...
Dig Nutrition
Jan 103 min read
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Start with Your Plate: Small Steps, Big Shifts for the New Year
The new year rolls around, and with it comes a wave of motivation to set goals, break habits, and reinvent ourselves. But let’s face it:...
Dig Nutrition
Jan 63 min read
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Hormone Harmony during the Holidays: Nature’s Secret to Weight Loss and Energy
If you’ve been keeping up with recent health trends, you’ve probably heard of GLP-1 medications, with brand names like Ozempic and Wegovy...
Dig Nutrition
Dec 21, 20243 min read
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A Gift to Your Future Self: The Power of Hair Analysis for Health Clarity
The end of the year often brings a moment of reflection, as we consider where we’ve been and what we want for our future. Amid the...
Dig Nutrition
Dec 13, 20244 min read
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From Guilt to Joy: Navigating the Holidays with the Levels of Vibration Framework
The holiday season can stir up a whirlwind of emotions. It’s a time for connection and celebration, but it can also bring feelings of...
Dig Nutrition
Dec 1, 20244 min read
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The Link Between Estrogen, Cancer, and the One Factor You Probably Haven’t Considered
Many of us know that lifestyle choices, diet, and environmental factors play a role in hormonal health, especially when it comes to...
Dig Nutrition
Nov 8, 20243 min read
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Sugar and the Microbiome: A Sticky Situation
We all know sugar isn’t exactly the VIP in the health world, but when it comes to our microbiome – the trillions of microbes that keep...
Dig Nutrition
Oct 18, 20243 min read
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The Good Gut Good Life Method: Addressing the Root of Chronic Conditions, Fatigue & Feeling "Meh" and Distracted
You can't fix hormones without addressing the gut, and you can't heal the gut with a dysregulated nervous system.
Dig Nutrition
Aug 17, 20248 min read
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All Disease Begins in the Gut: Exploring the Connection Between Leaky Gut, Autoimmunity, and Chronic Symptoms
Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, famously stated, "All disease begins in the gut." This ancient wisdom continues to be...
Dig Nutrition
May 31, 20243 min read
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Could a Food You Eat Every Day Be the Root of Your Digestive Issues, Joint Pain, or Skin Problems?
Do you struggle with persistent digestive problems like bloating, gas, or abdominal discomfort? Are you dealing with chronic joint pain...
Dig Nutrition
May 6, 20242 min read
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